Jazz Meets Samba Tickets

Experience Jazz Meets Samba – an Afro-Brazilian journey blending samba, Afro-Brazilian rhythms, jazz, and spoken word. Presented by IU Africana Studies, this dynamic concert brings together Bahia-born Magary Lord, Juliana Ribeiro, acclaimed poet Lasana D. Kazembe, and the Rob Dixon Quintet for a night at The Jazz Kitchen in Indianapolis. This performance is part of Indy Jazz Fest Sunset Series, offering a rich cross-cultural experience that highlights Brazilian roots and modern jazz innovation. Secure your seats for September 14, 2025, and dive into the rhythms that bridge continents.

About Jazz Meets Samba: A collaboration that fuses Bahia’s vibrant musical vocabulary with contemporary jazz and expressive spoken word. Magary Lord, a Carnaval award winner in Bahia (2012), brings electric energy and soulful vocals. Juliana Ribeiro, with a Caymmi nomination and strong Bahia press, adds lyrical depth and melodic prowess. Lasana D. Kazembe contributes poetic narration, while Rob Dixon’s tenor saxophone and ensemble provide a tight, improvisational frame. Indianapolis venues like The Jazz Kitchen offer an intimate setting where fans can experience this cross-cultural performance up close. Follow the artists for updates and tour dates on social media, and check the Indy Jazz Fest 2025 schedule for additional appearances within the festival lineup.