Jazz fans in for global musical journey at festival
Musicians taking part in 26th Standard Bank Joy of Jazz Festival in September at the launch in Sandton yesterday. Picture: Nigel Sibanda
From the inspiring isiXhosa sounds of jazz vocalist Nomfundo Xaluva, to popular American artist Jazzmeia Horn, music followers are in for a memorable treat at this year's three-day Standard Bank Joy of Jazz festival.
Unveiling a star-studded lineup yesterday in Joburg, organisers assured jazz fans of nights of live music, featuring more than 60 musicians from 15 countries and three continents – all performing at the Sandton International Convention Centre from 26 to 28 September.
Mantwa Chinoamadi, CEO at T-Musicman and festival producer said: 'The line-up is focused on more than celebrating great music.'
More than celebrating great jazz music
'We wanted to keep our eye on projecting and cementing the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz Africa's premier jazz event, that is rooted in South Africa's undeniably rich and varied musical traditions – balancing the demands of jazz connoisseur patrons, while creating exciting entry points for the novice jazz lovers too.'
Standard Bank head of brand experience Yolisa Koza said: 'While jazz will always pay homage to its roots, it is by its very nature, a music of innovation and forward momentum.
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'With over 40 years of championing the arts, we are thrilled by the 2025 Standard Bank Joy of Jazz line-up.'
The festival will be held on the Dinaledi Stage and will start with strong female voices.
Strong female voices
The performers signed up for the festival include Grammy Award-winning American bassist and composer, Esperanza Spalding, whose latest record with Brazilian Milton Nascimento honours the spirit of friendship.
Other artists are Thandi Ntuli, with Blk Elijah & The Children of Moroë – featuring special guests Sipho 'Hotstix' Mabuse and Alec Khaoli.
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