Julian Roy to end off Jazz’Afro Sundays
Singer-songwriter Julian Roy is the final act in the current cycle of Jazz’Afro Sundays at The Barn Theatre at the PE Opera House at 5pm on Sunday, December 2.
Roy’s vibrant musical talent was discovered in a church in 2013 by guitarist Peter Jacobs, while he was performing with gospel group The Living Waters.
Roy then learnt to play the acoustic guitar – and now he is rarely seen without it.
It was in the latter part of 2016 that Roy decided to let go of his fears and fully immerse himself in his true calling of being a full-time musician.
This is when he started making appearances and performing at PE’s popular pubs, bars, restaurants, clubs and various open-mic sessions to introduce himself to the vibrant live performance scene in Nelson Mandela Bay.
His efforts soon paid off as he was introduced to well-established musicians from the Bay such as Mano Smith, Dennis Spence, Mzwanele Maqhosha, KoraX and Lefa Mosea, to name a few.
It is through these relationships and collaborations that Roy has become a more refined performer, helping him gain confidence and much-needed exposure.
Through his journey, he has had the privilege of sharing stages with national acts such as Lira, Mafikizolo, Zahara, Micasa and the Drum Boss Heavy-K.
Roy successfully recorded and released his debut single entitled Ree (Girl Of My Dreams) in June 2018, which was well-received.
Tickets are R70, (R50 for pensioners) and seating is limited, so be sure to be early.
Further information from Cingiwe Skosana, cingiwe.skosana@gmail.com or Nomgcobo Mkize, nomgcobomkize@gmail.com, or call 041-586-2256.
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