The 2021 Standard Bank Jazz Festival bringing the ‘jazz’ closer
JOBURG – Standard Bank cardholders qualify for a discount of 20 per cent when using a valid Standard Bank debit, cheque or credit card.
A star-loaded line-up will celebrate the magic of making dreams possible when the 2021 Standard Bank Jazz Festival presents a fresh way of Bringing the Jazz Closer during the Virtual National Arts Festival, online.
This year, Grammy award-winning Richard Bona and eight-times nominated Gerald Albright, along with Mzansi’s own Marcus Wyatt, Nduduzo Makhathini, Lira and Judith Sephuma, Sisonke Xonti and Bokani Dyer are poised to overcome limitations occasioned by the Covid-19 pandemic with a selection of specially selected jazz performances during the National Arts Festival Online from July 8 to 31.
The programme will bring friends, family and fans together for a uniquely global jamboree – connecting audiences joining the fun from their digital device of choice.
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The Standard Bank Jazz Festival Makhanda is defined by an exciting programme of world-class jazz musicians performed in a rare and accessible context alongside the Standard Bank National Youth Jazz Festival (SBNYJF).
“It is exactly during challenging times such as we find ourselves that we get to test the best parts of our heritage and tradition. Jazz music is an art form that teaches us that we can always improvise beyond a bad situation in the pursuit of our dreams. This year’s festival allows us to live up to this principle and keep presenting the best of our local musicians alongside their international counterparts for new and returning audiences,” said Standard Bank Jazz Festival director, Alan Webster
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“Our festival has always been a uniquely international offering. Over the years, we’ve brought world-class jazz musicians from across Europe, the Americas and from across the African continent to the small town of Makhanda for a unique jazz experience that is centred on the development of young people and their dreams. This year, we’ve once again found a way to respond to the limitations imposed by the Covid-19 pandemic by reaching out to a larger global audience through the power of digital,” said Standard Bank head of sponsorship and events, Desiree Pooe.
Standard Bank cardholders qualify for a discount of 20 per cent when using a valid Standard Bank debit, cheque or credit card. The discount is applicable to online purchases only. This offer is subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply.
Tickets to the online shows are available through www.nationalartsfestival.co.za
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