From August 5th to 9th, Jazz@Tohatohabato will bring together artists from diverse backgrounds, ranging from jazz and Hira Gasy to rap, across several iconic locations in the capital.
For over a decade, Jazz@Tohatohabato has established itself as an essential cultural event in Antananarivo, gathering thousands of people every year around music and creativity. For this new edition, the event aims to foster artistic diversity by opening its program to artists from all disciplines, not limited to jazz. The public will be able to discover artists from Hira Gasy, rap, and other musical genres, including Raozy Gasy, 18.3, the group Soahary, and many others.
The program will span several venues and institutions in the capital, notably in front of the Tranompokon’olona Isotry and at the Tohatohabaton’Antaninarenina. This presence in different spaces will bring artists closer to the residents and make the programming accessible to a wider audience. The event will also host two renowned German musicians, double bassist Martin Zenker and singer Robin Henn, who will participate in this meeting between the Malagasy and international scenes.
Several events will punctuate these five days. ‘Jazz Kids’ will offer a stage dedicated to young musicians, accompanied by the CGM Jazz Club, while ‘Jazz Quartier’ will go directly to meet residents in their neighborhoods to make music accessible to all. ‘Jazz Street’ will provide an open stage for musicians in the capital, creating a space for expression, meeting, and sharing. A cappella performances will also enrich the program.
The ‘Grande Scène’ (Main Stage) will be one of the highlights of the event. It will host Malagasy artists and international guests, including those selected following the call for applications, for a day dedicated to music, heritage, and living together. The program will thus allow the public to discover different styles while providing visibility to artists from the capital and beyond.
Captured & Published at: 2026-07-30 05:38:45 (Madagascar Local Time EAT)
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