Absa Jazz Sessions at Marble

Absa and the Marble Group will host the fifth edition of the Absa Jazz Sessions at Marble on Sunday, 19 July 2026. This exclusive experience celebrates music, connection and culinary artistry through an intimate afternoon of live jazz, exceptional cuisine and meaningful conversation.

Set against the iconic Rosebank skyline, invited guests will gather at Marble for a curated cultural experience where world-class jazz and contemporary dining come together to celebrate love in all its forms: a love of music, culture, creativity and shared moments.

"This month we celebrate our passions, our culture, and the moments that bring us together," says Candice Thurston, Managing Executive: Brand and Marketing at Absa Group. "The Absa Jazz Sessions at Marble celebrates the artists, chefs and creatives who pour their hearts into their craft. At Absa, we see your story, and we believe every story deserves to be seen, heard and celebrated, because your story matters."

This edition features a thoughtfully curated line-up showcasing the richness of South African jazz. Guests will enjoy performances by Amongst The People I Know, whose contemporary sound offers a fresh interpretation of modern jazz, followed by acclaimed pianist, composer and vocalist Thandi Ntuli, whose evocative music seamlessly blends heritage, improvisation and contemporary storytelling. The experience concludes with a soulful DJ set by PhiloCali, extending the atmosphere into the evening before guests gather to enjoy a live screening of the FIFA World Cup Final.

More than a series of performances, the Absa Jazz Sessions at Marble offers an immersive cultural journey. Throughout the afternoon, guests will enjoy a specially curated multi-course menu created by celebrated chef, author and Marble co-founder David Higgs, together with Executive Chef Jandri Niemand. Inspired by the spirit of the occasion, the menu reflects the same warmth, depth and layered expression found in the music, with each course thoughtfully composed to complement the experience.

Since its debut, the Absa Jazz Sessions at Marble has evolved into a signature quarterly series, an intimate, invitation-only experience created exclusively for a select circle of Absa clients, partners and guests. Each edition introduces a distinctive theme, celebrates new creative voices and offers a fresh lens through which to experience African excellence across music, food and culture.

"The Absa Jazz Sessions invites us to slow down, connect deeply and celebrate the power of music to move and unite us," concludes Thurston. "At Absa, we believe every story deserves to be seen, heard and celebrated. Through experiences like these, we create spaces where meaningful connections flourish, because #WeSeeYourStory and #YourStoryMatters."