WATCH | The launch of the 2023 Standard Bank Joy of Jazz festival

Soulful tunes, joyful grooves and swinging rhythms ... you'll “feel the jazz everywhere” when the annual Standard Bank Joy of Jazz festival returns to Joburg this spring.

Now in its 24th year, the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz is SA's premier jazz event, featuring a veritable who's who of the best local and international artists.

Hosted in association with TimesLIVE and Sowetan, the 2023 edition is taking place at the Sandton International Convention Centre on September 29 and 30.

The star-studded line-up was announced at the festival's official launch on Wednesday. This exclusive event included a surprise jam session featuring some local legends — watch the recording above. 

This article was sponsored by Standard Bank Joy of Jazz.

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