Name: Afrocentric Jazz Fusion by Ivan Akansiima
Start: 2025-09-12T19:00:00-04:00
Location: 2323 Stadium Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49008, Kalamazoo, MI

Experience an evening of rhythmic brilliance and soul-stirring melodies as internationally acclaimed jazz pianist and composer Ivan Akansiima brings his Afrocentric Jazz Fusion to life. Drawing on a rich musical palette of Ugandan folk, gospel, classical, Caribbean, Latin, and jazz traditions, Ivan’s music bridges continents and cultures, crafting a sound that is both rooted and revolutionary.
This dynamic program features both instrumental jazz standards and vocal interpretations by featuring vocalist and artist Svetlana Stone, blending timeless melodies with fresh global grooves. From bossa nova to soulful ballads, from samba to Latvian folk, every piece invites listeners into a world where tradition meets improvisation and heart meets harmony.