NORTON – It is indeed with a very heavy heart that Oliver Mtukudzi, wife Daisy and family, Tuku Music and Pakare Paye Arts Centre have learnt of the passing of musician Adam Chisvo in Harare yesterday. Last night Mtukudzi visited the Chisvo family in Mbare to pay his respects.

^ Adam Chisvo (right) in a file photo shot only last month at The Mannenberg in Harare

Below is a message of condolence from Mtukudzi to the Chisvo family, the arts, culture and entertainment fraternity.

Another of our heroes a fine gentleman, great percussionist and father Adam Chisvo (48) has departed after battling diabetes for some time.
It was there for all to see how Adam had redefined contemporary percussions with so much ease and clarity which made him the musician of choice for many artistes who sought his unparalleled talent and expertise in their productions.

I did not necessarily work with Adam in my band The Black Spirits but we performed together in so many collaborative productions. His percussion was contagious, irresistible and inimitable that I fell for it and invited him to record on my music.

Adam made a huge difference wherever he laid his skills – the kind of uniqueness that we all seek in our music.

As I join Adam’s wife, children and family and friends during this dark hour of grief I pray and hope that they all draw solace and strength from Adam’s celebrated work and great personality.
Adam is a hero.  – Oliver Mtukudzi / tukumusik.com