Jannie du Toit

(1951-) Afrikaans musician, singer and performer. Born Johannes Hendrik du Toit on 13 Desember 1951 in Heidelberg, Transvaal.

Completed legal studies and language studies at the University of Pretoria, 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. An important role was that of organiser of the influential and popular weekly PACT programme, Kerslig, Vers en Melodie ("Candle light, verse and melody" - 1988 to 1992). 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. In 2011 he appeared in ONDERWEG 2011, a special stage show to highlight his role in SA music over the course of 40 years. Text by P.G. du Plessis.