Book Female Entertainment in Johannesburg for Women’s Day Events

Celebrate women in music with South Africa’s finest female artists

At SoWhat Entertainment, a female-led music agency, we proudly showcase South Africa’s top female artists who bring energy, elegance, and authenticity to every event. From female-fronted acts like Chilli & Lime Jazz Band, All Stars, and Organic Lounge to all-women groups like Cinematica String Quartet and Meisie Music, our musicians create unforgettable experiences. With dynamic solo performers like violinist Naomi Tagg and DJ Q, our Women’s Day entertainment celebrates sisterhood, empowerment and the power of women in music. Here are some compelling reasons why you should book female entertainment for your Women’s Day event:

Why book female entertainment?

In South Africa, women have always been at the heart of music, as storytellers, healers, leaders and creators. Yet, they often remain underrepresented, especially in headline roles. Supporting women in the arts means amplifying diverse voices, fostering equality, and creating space for the stories that shape our collective identity. This Women’s Month, honour the spirit of South African women by booking acts that reflect resilience, creativity, connection and fun. Here are our top picks of female artists in Gauteng to uplift your Women's Day event with authentic female artistry.

Naomi Tagg – Electric Violinist (Nationwide)

Naomi is a classy, fun, and dynamic electric violinist whose genre-blending sets, from cinematic pop and Afrobeat to Ibiza lounge and local favourites, are a hit with female audiences. Her performances are filled with energy, elegance, and feel-good vibes, featuring empowering anthems by strong women. Always engaging and interactive, Naomi roams the crowd with her violin and isn’t shy to boogie with guests, making her the perfect choice for vibrant Women’s Day events or background entertainment for a quieter ladies lunch.

🎻 “She was sensational… guests were spellbound.” – Ralph K

Naomi Tagg, electric violinist, performing at Women’s Day event

DJ Q – Female DJ (Johannesburg)

DJ Q is a warm, professional, and versatile performer who knows exactly how to read a room, whether it’s setting the tone at a stylish cocktail party or filling the dance floor at a celebration. With experience at high-end events and a polished yet down-to-earth style, she adds a touch of sophistication and fun to any gathering. As a female DJ, she brings a fresh energy and is a fantastic, cost-effective choice for Women’s Day events.

🎧 Performed for Samsung, Moët, Sun Met, Mercedes-Benz and more.

Female DJ adds a sophisticated touch to your celebration

Cinematica Strings – All-Female String Quartet (Johannesburg)

Cinematica Strings is a chic all-female string quartet that blends the elegance of classical music with fresh takes on pop hits and South African favourites. Perfect for Women’s Day events, they bring a sophisticated yet playful vibe to ladies’ lunches, teas, and Bridgerton-style banquets. Their light, easy-listening sound sets a graceful backdrop ideal for conversation, connection, and a touch of musical magic. Whether playing Mi Casa, Miriam Makeba or Adele, Cinematica String Quartet creates an elegant background atmosphere that’s a beautiful balance of listening and mingling.

🎻 Yes, they can play Beyoncé, Mi Casa, and Brenda Fassie on strings.

Cinematica Strings: Bridgerton-style female string quartet, Johannesburg

Organic Lounge – Female DJ + Sax/Violin Duo (Gauteng)

Organic Lounge is effortlessly cool and undeniably versatile, pairing a female DJ with a female saxophonist or violinist for a chic, one-of-a-kind musical experience. Whether it’s a stylish cocktail event or a high-energy celebration, their smooth blend of house, AfroHouse, and Amapiano, enhanced with live improvisation, sets the perfect tone. Each set is thoughtfully tailored to suit the vibe of your unique event, bringing flair and a fresh feminine energy to the stage.

🎷 Seen at the Nedbank Golf Challenge, MTN Radio Awards, and luxury launches.

Organic Lounge female DJ and sax combo at luxury event in Johannesburg

Chilli & Lime – Jazz Duo (Johannesburg & Pretoria)

Chilli & Lime is a soulful jazz duo of vocals and keys, blending timeless elegance with a proudly South African flair. Their repertoire honours iconic women in jazz (think Ella Fitzgerald, Nina Simone, Miriam Makeba, and Dorothy Masuku) and is rich in AfroJazz, offering a vibrant musical experience rooted in heritage. Perfect for Women’s Day lunches, teas, and elegant dinners, their music brings warmth, sophistication, and a relaxed atmosphere that encourages connection and conversation, all while celebrating sisterhood in style.

🇿🇦 They’ve played everywhere from Joy of Jazz to presidential events.

Chilli and Lime female-fronted jazz duo, Johannesburg

Meisie – Female Heritage & Storytelling (Gauteng & Mpumalanga)

Meisie is a heartfelt celebration of women's stories through music. This female group blends film, cabaret, Afrikaans, folk, and South African music to tell the stories of women through deeply moving performances. Led by violinists Naomi Tagg and Janette Rottcher with Lizanne Barnard on vocals, flute, and piano, Meisie is perfect for meaningful Women’s Day events that honour heritage, healing and sisterhood.

🫶🏻 “They cracked me wide open… they played to my heart.” – Denise S

Meisie performing heritage music for Women’s Day

Let’s celebrate sisterhood in style and book female entertainment for your Women's Day event

Looking to make your Women’s Day event unforgettable? SoWhat Entertainment showcases top South African female musicians, including string quartets, jazz duos, electric violinists, and DJs. Whether you're hosting a ladies' luncheon, corporate celebration, or garden tea, our women-led music acts bring a unique blend of class, energy, and soul to your gathering. From AfroJazz and pop covers to cinematic performances and local favourites, our artists create musical moments that celebrate the power and stories of women. Our female entertainers are based in Johannesburg, Pretoria, Nelspruit and Cape Town and available to travel nationwide.

👉 Get in touch to book female entertainment for your Women’s Day event: naomi@sowhatentertainment.co.za