The President of the Musician’s Union of Ghana (MUSIGA), Bessa Simons, has lauded the Ghana Jazz Foundation (GJF) for its mission to form a network with musicians in the country to improve the quality of their music.
He said the launch of GJF would bolster the efforts of Ghanaian musicians to have their songs meet global standards.
GFJ aims to promote live jazz music and other local art forms through collaborations, educational programs, and support for musicians and live music venues.
It was launched in Accra on January 6, 2024, as part of activities at the maiden edition of the Jazz in January Festival at the +233 Jazz Bar & Grill. The festival was from January 4 to January 7.
The Foundation’s President, Dr. Adrian Oddoye, explained that the initiative was formed in 2023 and was a collaboration between lovers of jazz and musicians to offer a fresh approach to how resources could be brought together to enhance the live music scene in Accra and across Ghana.
He said the GJF is committed to using innovative and strategic methods to connect local talents to the African Diaspora and global sister institutions.
In addition, it would work not only for the improvement of performances by local musicians but also for their welfare, insurance, and creativity.
Source: Ghana/MaxTV/MaxFM/max.com.gh/Joyceline Natally Cudjoe
