UJ Weekend of Jazz Listening Session

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) Arts & Culture, a division of the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture (FADA), is thrilled to announce the return of the much-anticipated UJ Weekend of Jazz taking place from 29-31 August 2024 at the UJ Arts Centre. Additionally, before the weekend commences, an exclusive listening session in collaboration with Untitled Basement will take place on 18 August 2024.

Headlining the Weekend of Jazz is METRO FM 2024 Best Jazz Album of the Year winner, renowned trumpeter and composer Mandla Mlangeni, followed by the award-winning songwriter and jazz vocalist, Gabi Motuba, and concluded by renowned pianist and composer, and UJ Artist in Residence Keenan Meyer.

This musical celebration is set to captivate jazz audiences and cultural enthusiasts alike with an unforgettable musical experience featuring an exciting album launch from Gabi Motuba as well as the launch of Keenan Meyer’s 7 Track Extended Project (EP). Furthermore, our exclusive listening session offers a unique opportunity for audiences to engage with the performers and explore their musical styles in an intimate setting.