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MELORIE JANE'S LATEST

OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

‘Dancing and Laughing (From Vir Elsa)’ A Standalone Celebration of Art, Growth, and Joy

Following the success of her recent album, ‘Hold the Stars’ which featured the original song “Vir Elsa,” Melorie Jane is thrilled to announce the release of a standalone single: “Dancing and Laughing (From Vir Elsa).” This reimagined rendition takes the heart of the original and transforms it into a vibrant South African jazz-style piece with a full sextet arrangement and soulful vocals. Rooted in personal reflection and collaboration, this single promises to resonate deeply with listeners through its joyous energy and heartfelt narrative, reflecting the South African jazz-style as this piece is inspired by legends like Hugh Masekela, Abdullah Ibrahim, and Miriam Makeba.


A Celebration of Creation and Faith

The music video, shot at Amazink Live in Kayamandi—a venue dedicated to empowering the local community—beautifully parallels the process of artistic creation with life itself. It showcases Melorie Jane’s mother, an abstract artist called Elsa van der Klashorst, crafting a piece of art from inception to completion, mirroring the divine process of God’s hand in our personal growth. Each brushstroke and moment in the video reflects how faith and perseverance shape us into who we are meant to be.

Joyful Music Rooted in South African Heritage


Grounded in the rich traditions of South African jazz, “Dancing and Laughing” fuses rhythmic complexity and soulful melodies to create a piece that feels both timeless and contemporary. Its joyful and upbeat tone is a celebration of life, resilience, and connection. The lyrics are deeply resonant:


"I'm dancing and I'm laughing,

 I'm smiling

 'Cause my heart is yours

 I'm dancing on the sky painted with joy."


This imagery captures the transformative power of love and faith, resonating with listeners on a universal level.


The Journey Continues

 For Melorie Jane, this single is not just a song but a celebration of collaboration, family, and community. The process of working with her mother and shooting the video at Amazink Live highlights the importance of relationships, creativity, and giving back to the community.


“Dancing and Laughing (From Vir Elsa)” invites listeners to experience joy, reflect on growth, and celebrate the beauty in life’s unfolding journey. With its heartfelt story, captivating visuals, and soulful sound, it’s poised to become a standout piece of art in the contemporary music scene.


Stay tuned for the release of “Dancing and Laughing (From Vir Elsa),” and don’t miss the chance to watch the music video—a love letter to creativity, community, and the divine artistry of life.

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Dancing and laughing (From Vir Elsa)


Melorie Jane Sextet, 2025

This new single and music video was inspired by her original track 'Vir Elsa', and reinvented to a new joyful piece. The video also features abstract artist Elsa van der Klashorst, capturing the process of creating an artwork.


Melorie Jane on piano, Bonga Mosola on trumpet, Ryan Hendricks on saxophone, Chadleigh Gowar on bass, Chanté Phillips on drums, Ashsmit Malan on electric gu.


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Female Jazz pianist, singer and South African Jazz composer, Melorie Jane's album Hold the stars

Hold the stars



Melorie Jane Quintet, 2024

Hold the Stars is more than just a collection of songs - it is a testament to the power of collaboration, creativity, and the human spirit, inspired by Godly encounters.


Melorie Jane on piano, Bonga Mosola on trumpet, Danél Dippenaar on saxophone, Chadleigh Gowar on bass, Chanté Phillips on drums.


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Female Jazz pianist, singer and South African Jazz composer, Melorie Jane's single Vir Elsa

Vir Elsa



Melorie Jane Quintet, 2024

Written for the artist's mother, this is about the love of a parent, much like God's love for his children.


Melorie Jane on piano, Bonga Mosola on trumpet, Danél Dippenaar on saxophone, Chadleigh Gowar on bass, Chanté Phillips on drums.


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Melorie Jane; Album; More or Less; female jazz artist; South African Jazz jazz music jazz pianist

More or Less


Melorie Jane Quintet, 2021 

Dealing with human resilience, solitude, connection and faith.


Melorie Jane on piano and voice, Neo Mathebula on trumpet, Jed Petersen on saxophone, Alex Mayers on bass, Lilavan Gangen on drums, and Jarryd West on drums on 'Amina'.


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New Day by Melorie Jane, online streaming platforms; South African Jazz jazz music, jazz pianist

New Day


Melorie Jane trio, 2021 

Written for artists during the challenges of the global covid pandemic.


Melorie Jane on piano and voice, Alex Mayers on bass and Jarryd West on drums.


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Amina


Melorie jane trio, 2021 

A celebration of women in jazz, dedicated to Amina Figarova. 


Melorie Jane on piano, Alex Mayers on bass and Jarryd West on drums 


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'Till the morning comes

Melorie jane trio, 2017 

A beautiful love song, she wrote for her husband.


Melorie jane on piano and vocals, Gilbert Sithole on bass and Thato Tswai on drums. 


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Different View

EP by Melorie jane quintet, 2018

Coming into a new world of music and a new way of thinking. 


MelorieJane on piano and vocals, Gilbert Sithole on bass, Thato Tswai on drums, Lehlohonolo Ntsoko on saxophone and Nstikelelo Jack Mcwabe on trumpet.


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YOUTUBE VIDEOS

Dancing and laughing (From Vir Elsa) - official music video

Melorie Jane Sextet: Melorie Jane, Chadleigh Gowar, Chanté Phillips, Bonga Mosola, Ryan Hendricks, Ashsmit Malan

New Day - Live at the Cape Town Jazzathon 2024

Melorie Jane Quintet: Melorie Jane, Chadleigh Gowar, Chanté Phillips, Bonga Mosola, Danél Dippenaar

At Last - Gordon and Warren

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