Standard Bank - Arts

01/10/2026

to a festival that once again proved why the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz remains Africa's premier jazz gatherings!

For one incredible weekend, every note, every performance and every shared moment became part of a story much bigger than the continent 💙

As we look back, we're grateful to the artists, audiences and everyone who helped us continue Keeping Jazz Live and Alive.

Until the next encore…🎷

27/09/2026

Kamasi Washington performs Vi Lua Vi Sol off his Heaven and Earth (2018) LP.

27/09/2026

26/09/2026

Some performances entertain. Others stay with you.

for Jazz Melanie Scholtz delivered a masterclass in artistry, bringing together rich vocals, fearless creativity and a sound shaped by journeys across the world.

26/09/2026

Unleashing a kaleidoscopic alchemy of funk, spoken word, and gospel-infused jazz, Tank and the Bangas turned the Diphala stage into a masterclass in joyful, boundary-pushing theatricality.

26/09/2026

turned his performance into one of the standout moments of the festival, drawing a crowd that filled the venue to the brim.

With his signature blend of soul, storytelling and undeniable stage presence, he had audiences locked in from start to finish, singing along and hanging on every note.

The packed crowd and roaring applause said it all.

26/09/2026

With breathtaking physical control and a tone both searing and deeply nuanced, Nubya Garcia turned the Diphala stage into a canvas for technical brilliance and emotional depth.

Every line she sculpted was a testament to her precision.

26/09/2026

Tank and the bangas

26/09/2026

Nubya Garcia