Chavunduka, pronounced (Cha-voon-doo-ka), is a multi-dimensional song stylist who comes from the school of artists whose music is not limited by categories. Her vocal repertoire draws from the deep reservoir and tradition of the great black music genres, Jazz, R&B, traditional African and Gospel music.

She has performed at universities, concert venues, and festivals throughout the United States, in Moscow, West Africa, and the Virgin Islands. She has shared stages with Wynton Marsalis, Lou Rawls, Pharoah Sanders, Roy Ayers, Peabo Bryson, the late Kenny Kirkland and many other renowned musical artists. Blessed with a three-octave range, Chavunduka possesses a distinct vocal signature through which she displays her soulful spirit and artistic brilliance.

Listening to Chavunduka's self-titled debut recording, you'll feel her magnetism and experience her precise vocal dexterity, which is matched only by the creativity of her arrangements. She caresses each song with uncommon honesty, as in her performance of "My Funny Valentine" and the sizzling eye-opener "My Favorite Things," inspiring emotion and excitement.

Chavunduka is also the co-founder of Cobbala Productions, along with her husband Kwame Steve Cobb, with whom she co-wrote and produced their first collaboration recording called Seven Principles. Chavunduka and Kwame have eight children and reside in Chicago.

In My Own Words - Cha's Blog

My story is not that deep. I love music. I have loved music forever. A good song can replace a meal - but they go very well together. I listened to the singers that my mother listened to. Lou Rawls, Nancy Wilson, Gloria Lynne, James Cleveland. I never really thought of these singers as influences when I was younger but I hear it more as time goes by. .......read more