20/04/2026
๐ท *UiTMโUNESCO INTERNATIONAL JAZZ DAY CELEBRATION 2026: MANTRA*
Join us for a full day of inspiring jazz experiences on Tuesday, 28 April 2026, at Dewan Konsert Seri Budiman, UiTM Shah Alam!
โจ *MASTERCLASS* (10:00 AM โ 12:00 PM)
Be part of an exclusive session featuring international and local talents. Explore improvisation, intercultural fusion, and creative expression through live demos and interactive learning:
โข Rodrigo Parejo (Spain) โ Nomads & Mantras: The Art of Intercultural Jazz Synthesis
โข Rizal Tony (UiTM) โ State of Flow: Storytelling Through Jazz Improvisation
โจ*JAMMING SESSION* (2:30 PM - 4:30 PM)
This session, featuring performances by UiTM students, is open to the public with complimentary admission.
โจ*CONCERT (8:45 PM)*
Experience Meditative Jazz โ a powerful fusion of serenity and technical brilliance featuring:
Rizal Tony (UiTM), Tom Pierard (Sunway University), Justin Lim (UCSI), Ken Chung, Hajarul Bajunid (UiTM), Alwagera (UiTM), Sarah Alia (UiTM), Khairunnisa Diyana (UiTM), Aiman Ikram (UPSI), and Intan Shafinas. The student performances include:
โ UiTM Ensemble
โ UPSI Big Band
โ SMK Bukit Jalil Kuala Lumpur
โจ*TALK SESSION (5th MAY 2026-10AM)*
_JAZZ; DOES IT MATTER TODAY?_
A 2 hour talk session featuring Malaysian Icons and legendary Jazz practitioners, discussing the importance, relevance, its evolving role in the industry, academia and its impact on shaping the global culture of contemporary music. (free admission)
Speakers:
- Michael Veerapen
- โ Justin Lim
- โ Rizal Tony
Expect a series of breathtaking harmony, original compositions, and a soulful celebration of global jazz heritage.
๐ Dewan Konsert Seri Budiman, UiTM Shah Alam
๐ 28 April 2026
๐๏ธ 5 Mei 2026 (Talk Session)
๐ Get your tickets here:
https://uitmjazzseries.ubertickets.asia/
Donโt miss this exclusive musical journey!