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The 2023\u00a0Standard\u00a0Bank\u00a0Joy of\u00a0Jazz returns with the promise of exhilarating experiences for music lovers to Feel the Jazz, Everywhere!<\/p>\n
Africa\u2019s premier jazz festival takes place on\u00a029 and 30\u00a0September 2023\u00a0at the Sandton\u00a0International\u00a0Convention\u00a0Central, with an exciting line-up of headlining jazz stars from across the world.<\/p>\n
Over two fun-filled days, across the four main stages, the producers of the\u00a02023 Standard Bank Joy of Jazz\u00a0have curated a show for music lovers to reconnect\u00a0and\u00a0feel the jazz everywhere. <\/p>\n
The Dinaledi Stage\u00a0will be headlined by the most successful cross-over musician of his generation,\u00a0Grammy Award winner Swiss harpist\u00a0Andreas Vollenweider\u00a0and Friends Ayanda Nhlangothi, Vusi Nhlapo and Vuyo Tshuma on Vocals whowill represent the Mzansi version of the grand doowop tradition with inimitable style. The Grand Stage will also feature the marvellous trumpeter, multi-band leader and composer,\u00a0Marcus Wyatt; and Kwa Zulu Natal bred guitar maestro,\u00a0Ernie Smith.<\/p>\n
Another Grammy Award winner, pianist and composer Robert Glasper\u00a0will headline\u00a0The Conga\u00a0Stage, alongside a league of contemporary jazz\u00a0giants respected in straight ahead jazz and their foray into other genres.<\/p>\n
Both casuals and connoisseurs will be wowed by leading reedman\u00a0Alexander Beets\u2019 Quintet\u00a0with pianist\u00a0Miguel Rodriguez, bassist\u00a0Marius Beets, drummer\u00a0Sven Rozier\u00a0and tenor man\u00a0Lucas Santana. They will present a\u00a0perfect blend of swing, ballads, standards and originals, drenched in verve of contemporary\u00a0jazz.
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\u201cWe have been a sponsor and partner to the Joy of Jazz for over 20 years, and we are immensely proud to be affiliated with an event of such high quality. We\u2019re excited about this world-class festival\u2019s future and our continued association with Johannesburg\u2019s premier jazz event \u2013 it is cause for celebration and a tribute to the city. Since its inception in 1997, the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz festival has provided a platform for African artists to join the world stage along with global icons,\u201d says\u00a0Yolisa Koza\u00a0Head of Brand Experience at Standard\u00a0Bank.
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She adds: \u201cBringing international artists to local audiences is as important to us as nurturing and growing local jazz talent: The 2023 Joy of Jazz will bring jazz enthusiasts the best of both. Standard Bank is committed to supporting the arts as we recognise the importance of encouraging creative expression, engagement and social interaction. We have seen the role that the arts play in meaningfully growing and transforming people and communities.\u201d
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Standard\/Stanbic Bank Card Holder Discount:
Tickets are available at Computicket (both online and instore) and Standard Bank card holders qualify for a discount of up to 15%.\u00a0 The offer is limited to two tickets per person, and only on usage of a valid Standard Bank debit, cheque or credit card and is subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply.
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Full Ticket Prices Are:
R950 Day Pass
R1800 Weekend\u00a0Pass
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Early Bird discount which ends on 30th August 2023 on is:
R875 Day Pass
R1750 Weekend\u00a0Pass
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The 2023 Standard Bank Joy of Jazz is Africa\u2019s most premier jazz festival taking place in the heart of Africa\u2019s wealthiest square mile at the Sandton International Convention Centre. It features four stages showcasing the best jazz musicians from across African and the world. These are Dinaledi Stage, Conga Stage, Mbira Stage and The Market Place. The festival takes over two nights with a series of activations across the city of Johannesburg and the surrounds in the lead up to the main event.<\/p>\n
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