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Ghana Jazz Foundation launched
Dr Odoi speaking at the launch
Ghana Jazz Foundation (GJF), a non-profit organisation, aimed at promoting artistic performances and elevating the country’s music has been launched in Accra.
The Foundation is committed to using innovative and strategic methods to connect local talents to the diaspora and global sister institutions.
The launch came off during the Jazz Festival dubbed “Jazz in January” which took place from January 4 -January 7.
Speaking at the launch, the lead Founding Member, Dr Adrain Oddoye Odoi said, the foundation would work with local musicians to sustain and grow jazz music in the country.
He said, GJF will thrive on collaborations, educational programmes, support for musicians and live music venues.
Dr Odoi added that the foundation would ensure a deep collaboration between lovers of jazz and give a fresh approach to how resources could be mobilized to promote live music in Ghana.
Dr Odoi further told The Spectator Agoro that the foundation would roll out Accra Jazz Academy in February, which would be a musical education programme including specific courses, workshops, masterclasses and concerts.
The President of the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA), Bessa Simons applauded the originators of the move, saying it has come at the right time.
According to him, in the near future, MUSIGA will collaborate with GJF to improve upon the music industry.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Prophet Atarah opens new studio, launches Atarah Praise 2025
Prophet Joseph Atarah has launched his annual event aimed at bringing believers together in an atmosphere of worship and praise.
The theme for this edition is ‘Restoration’ with the belief that patrons would be restored in the face of their challenges.
The programme will be in two parts, with the first scheduled to take place in the United Kingdom at 5pm on May 11, at Pleasant Place Church.
The Ghana edition will take place at the forecourt of Believer’s Grace Crown Ministry International, Bond Square, Adenta Barrier, at 4pm on May 25.
Prophet Atarah has paraded Piesie Esther, Kofi Owusu Peprah, Nana Yaw Asare and Mavis Asante among others for the Ghana edition.
For the UK edition, patrons will enjoy performances from Kofi Owusu Peprah, Kobby Mantey, Emmanuel Smith, and Ern Ruthy.
Speaking at the launch, Prophet Atarah said, God has been good throughout last year, and 2025 has started on a positive note.
Against this backdrop, he wants to bring believers together and, in unity, to praise God.
He said, like what happened last year, a lot of miracles will take place.
In a related development, Prophet Atarah also commissioned a new studio for rehearsals and live recordings.
This, he said, was not limited to him, but open to every musician across all genres.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Empress Gifty to thrill patrons at MTN Stands In Worship on Easter Sunday
Ghanaian gospel heavyweight, Empress Gifty is set to thrill thousands at this year’s MTN Stands In Worship event.
The programme brings believers together annually to celebrate the death and resurrection of Christ.
This year’s edition, slated for the Grand Arena on Sunday, April 20, will feature Empress Gifty.
Against this backdrop, the anointed gospel musician has urged all patrons to come with a heart of worship and praise.
She is optimistic that a lot of miracles will happen through the ministration.
“Through our ministrations instant miracles will happen and you are going to have an encounter with God,” she told The Spectator.
Empress Gifty again appealed to patrons not to come alone, but with their families and friends to receive blessings.
Empress Gifty, who had a big song dubbed Watch Me, has been nominated in the Best Traditional Gospel Song of the Year and Gospel Artiste of the Year categories at this year’s 26th Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
