Ghana Jazz Orchestra inauguration set for Sept. 5
Its first public appearance last April was described as a "soft opening", but the time has come for the Ghana Jazz Orchestra to make a full entrance. This will happen on September 5, 2026, at the +233 Jazz Bar & Grill in Accra.
The Ghana Jazz Orchestra is set to make its grand debut on September 5, 2026, at the +233 Jazz Bar & Grill in Accra. Directed by Bernard Ayisa and conducted by Victor Dey Jr., the orchestra boasts a diverse lineup of five saxophonists, four trumpeters, four trombonists, a clarinettist, a vocalist, a pianist, bassist, drummer, and percussionist.
The orchestra's formation was inspired by the visit of renowned American trumpeter Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra (JLCO) to Ghana in October 2025. Following auditions, the orchestra will officially launch, featuring performances by Lisa Simone, an American singer, composer, actress, and Grammy-nominated recording artiste, as well as the GHJazz Collective.
The inaugural concert is expected to be a significant event, providing valuable educational opportunities for young musicians and offering a memorable night of music to the audience.
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