Matare Heritage Institute
I present my work through the Dr. Matare Heritage Institute.
Through the institute, I develop research, publications, and musical projects dedicated to education, creativity, and the preservation of African musical heritage.
Published Works
An Echoe of the Native Minds
Matare, J. (2026)
Excavating implicit meanings, understandings, and experiences of musical thought in formulating performance.
Tredition Verlag
Exploring the Nature of Performance Processes
Matare, J. (2026)
A study of musical problem-solving processes, comparing performance and improvisation among European and African (Zimbabwean) musicians.
Tredition Verlag
Order the Books
Both books are available for purchase.
To place an order, please send an email including the following information:
Full Name
Email Address
Title(s) of the book(s) you wish to purchase
Quantity
Please complete your payment by bank transfer using the details below.
Price: CHF 30.00 per book
To : Joseph Matare
IBAN: CH12 0077 8807 0255 1200 1
Email for orders: octaveelephants@gmail.com
Once your payment has been received, your order will be processed and shipped as soon as possible.
Thank you for your interest and support.
Works in Progress (2026)
Shato the Python and Nherera the Orphan
A children’s Shona storytelling book focused on teaching and learning through narrative
The Journey to Mystification
In search of undiscovered, lost, or existing heritage
A structured practicum of African music in the classroom (Science of Teaching series)
For teachers, students, and musicians
Musical Compositions Series
An Echoe of the Native Minds II
For three voices, bass, and percussion
An Echoe of the Native Minds III
For soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone saxophones with percussion
An Echoe of the Native Minds IV
For flute, violin, viola, cello, or double bass
An Echoe of the Native Minds V
For trumpet, tenor saxophone, trombone, and bass
Matare Heritage Institute
I present my work through the Dr. Matare Heritage Institute.
Through the institute, I develop research, publications, and musical projects dedicated to education, creativity, and the preservation of African musical heritage.
Published Works
An Echoe of the Native Minds
Matare, J. (2026)
Excavating implicit meanings, understandings, and experiences of musical thought in formulating performance.
Tredition Verlag
Exploring the Nature of Performance Processes
Matare, J. (2026)
A study of musical problem-solving processes, comparing performance and improvisation among European and African (Zimbabwean) musicians.
Tredition Verlag
Order the Books
Both books are available for purchase.
To place an order, please send an email including the following information:
Full Name
Email Address
Title(s) of the book(s) you wish to purchase
Quantity
Please complete your payment by bank transfer using the details below.
Price: CHF 30.00 per book
To : Joseph Matare
IBAN: CH12 0077 8807 0255 1200 1
Email for orders: octaveelephants@gmail.com
Once your payment has been received, your order will be processed and shipped as soon as possible.
Thank you for your interest and support.
Works in Progress (2026)
Shato the Python and Nherera the Orphan
A children’s Shona storytelling book focused on teaching and learning through narrative
The Journey to Mystification
In search of undiscovered, lost, or existing heritage
A structured practicum of African music in the classroom (Science of Teaching series)
For teachers, students, and musicians
Musical Compositions Series
An Echoe of the Native Minds II
For three voices, bass, and percussion
An Echoe of the Native Minds III
For soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone saxophones with percussion
An Echoe of the Native Minds IV
For flute, violin, viola, cello, or double bass
An Echoe of the Native Minds V
For trumpet, tenor saxophone, trombone, and bass
Matare Heritage Institute
I present my work through the Dr. Matare Heritage Institute.
Through the institute, I develop research, publications, and musical projects dedicated to education, creativity, and the preservation of African musical heritage.
Published Works
An Echoe of the Native Minds
Matare, J. (2026)
Excavating implicit meanings, understandings, and experiences of musical thought in formulating performance.
Tredition Verlag
Exploring the Nature of Performance Processes
Matare, J. (2026)
A study of musical problem-solving processes, comparing performance and improvisation among European and African (Zimbabwean) musicians.
Tredition Verlag
Order the Books
Both books are available for purchase.
To place an order, please send an email including the following information:
Full Name
Email Address
Title(s) of the book(s) you wish to purchase
Quantity
Please complete your payment by bank transfer using the details below.
Price: CHF 30.00 per book
To : Joseph Matare
IBAN: CH12 0077 8807 0255 1200 1
Email for orders: octaveelephants@gmail.com
Once your payment has been received, your order will be processed and shipped as soon as possible.
Thank you for your interest and support.
Works in Progress (2026)
Shato the Python and Nherera the Orphan
A children’s Shona storytelling book focused on teaching and learning through narrative
The Journey to Mystification
In search of undiscovered, lost, or existing heritage
A structured practicum of African music in the classroom (Science of Teaching series)
For teachers, students, and musicians
Musical Compositions Series
An Echoe of the Native Minds II
For three voices, bass, and percussion
An Echoe of the Native Minds III
For soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone saxophones with percussion
An Echoe of the Native Minds IV
For flute, violin, viola, cello, or double bass
An Echoe of the Native Minds V
For trumpet, tenor saxophone, trombone, and bass