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- ↑ Gwen Ansell Soweto Blues 2005
- ↑ Christopher Ballantine, "Merry Blackbirds", Grove Music Online. "South African dance band founded in Johannesburg in 1930 or 1931. Initially named Motsieloa’s Band (after its founder and manager, the impresario and entertainer Griffiths Motsieloa), it was established as a five-piece group (two violins, trombone, piano, and drums). In 1932 the band changed its name to the Merry Blackbirds, and around the same time one of the violinists left and an alto saxophonist was added, soon to be followed by a tenor saxophonist and Reference Entry. 404 words. "
- ↑ Joe Mogotsi, Mantidane He Who Survives, 2002: "The Blackbird's leader, Peter Rezant was of mixed race and was supported by Griffiths Motsiela and his wife Emily, who had recently returned from studying in England. They brought a special quality to the band."
- ↑ Es'kia Mphahlele, Es'kia education, 2002: "The most famous local bands then, Peter Rezant's Merry Blackbirds, Harlem Swingsters and Jazz Maniacs matured in the...."
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