Jacob Asiyo - Jazz Symphonic

Tribute to Zach Amunga: An exceptional stealth Jazz pianist in Kenya

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Post published:December 18, 2021
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As a musician or a creative person, it is very easy to feel defined by what we do. At times I wonder, what do we do when that is suddenly…

Nairobi to tune up for International Jazz Day 2019: Celebrating African Jazz

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Post published:April 18, 2019
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Jacob Asiyo and Kavutha MwanziaCredits: Courtesy Jazz Appreciation Month fondly known as J.A.M was officiated under the auspices of Smithsonian National Museum of American History in 2012 and is celebrated…

Jazz in Kenya: A beginner’s guide to artists you need to hear

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Post published:February 26, 2019
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Interesting jazz artists in Kenya who have stretched and personalized modern jazz conventions, dictating new terms without discarding the old.

Musical Collaborations take over at the Safaricom International Jazz Day Celebrations 2018

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Post published:May 8, 2018
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I will say this with all honesty; there is nothing as beautiful as music crafted by musicians and the audience can resonate and connect with. I am still buzzing with…

Safaricom Jazz at 5 – A Motley of Baby Steps.

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Post published:April 30, 2018
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Safaricom Jazz at 5 – A Motley of Baby Steps. Mackinlay Mutsembi – Nairobi Horns Project When the first edition of SIJF I was not residing in Nairobi yet; I…

Celebration of live jazz music and a taste of Mediterranean culture at Karel T Lounge

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Post published:April 17, 2018
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Celebration of live jazz music and a taste of Mediterranean culture at Karel T Lounge I will tell you this for free, Italians, French or Greek do not need to…

Rich sounds from Africa at the Safaricom International Jazz Day Celebrations 2018

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Post published:April 6, 2018
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If you know me personally, then you know that I absolutely love jazz. I am just from the 19th Cape Town Jazz Festival, and my whole inner being is still…

Kavutha Mwanzia Asiyo: I am a proud beneficiary of Safaricom Jazz Festival

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Post published:February 22, 2018
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Kavutha Mwanzia Asiyo Jazz in Kenya today reflects the culture of the beautiful people of Kenya. Just like any other medium of communication TV, radio, internet and music in general.…

Kenyans to pay tribute to Hugh Masekela

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Post published:January 26, 2018
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Celebrating Hugh Masekela written by Mackinlay Mutsembi. Legacies fascinate me. Legends even more. I did not grow up listening to Hugh Masekela, but I was exposed to his music in…

Makuti Bar & Grill : Home to Kenyan Jazz Stars

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Post published:January 9, 2018
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Our little Kenyan 'Birdland' Haven: Makuti Bar & Grill at Intercontinental Hotel, Nairobi Whether you’re a long-time jazz enthusiast or a newbie to the Kenyan jazz circuit, Nairobi’s Live music…