Jannie du Toit

(194*-) Afrikaans musician, singer and performer.

Completed legal studies and language studies, then became a professional musician. In the 1970’s he made a name as folk musician and singer with the group Trilogie, and in the 1980s he wrote some stage musicals, did cabaret and wrote songs. He worked closely with Christa Steyn for many years, producing variety shows and cabarets. They were also involved with the ATKV projects for popular music and judges for various music competitions. Also very active in promoting Afrikaans songs and music on the internationals stage. In November/Desember 2006 he participated in Die Rooi Lorrie ("The Red Truck") , with Carel Trichardt, Petru Wessels, Ruco Pretorius and a vocal ensemble, en ‘n vokale ensemble. In May-June 2008 he played one of the leads in Houtkruis ("Wooden Cross") in the Opera of the State Theatre, Pretoria.