The singing group Insingizi from Zimbabwe plays Harrison on Nov. 18.

The group performs in the ‘mbube’ style, which is the a cappella music of the Zulu of Southern Africa made famous by Ladysmith Black Mambazo and Paul Simon’s Graceland album.

The roots of the genre date back to the royal music, sung a cappella by males, for the legendary King Shaka.

The style developed further in the 1940s as Zulu and Swazi left their families to work in the mines. To preserve a sense of community, these young men formed choirs and held music contests that continue to this day.

Insingizi built their reputation in Zimbabwe by winning many of these contests. Inspired by the success of Ladysmith Black Mambazo over the last 20 years, “mbube” has been influenced by the softer “isicathamiya” style.

Founded in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe in 1987, Insingizi is an a cappella trio that’s become known for their high-energy singing and choreographed moves.

For information 604-796-3664 or check the website at www.harrisonfestival.com or www.insingizi.net

Insingizi, $18, Saturday, November 18 8:00 p.m., Memorial Hall, Harrison Hot Springs.