Step into the rich, evolving world of jazz with the Rudy Ray Jazz Show at Union Summer. This captivating series explores jazz across the ages, weaving together timeless traditions and global influences. Each week an eclectic mix of musicians brings boundary-pushing sounds—it’s an immersive musical journey that celebrates the artistry, history, and soul of jazz.

Waleed Abdulhamid’s AfroKush Jazz closes the series with a powerful fusion of jazz, African rhythms, and contemporary global influences. Rooted in deep musicality and improvisation, the performance blends groove-driven textures with expressive instrumental storytelling, creating a reflective and high-energy finale to the Rudy Ray series.

This program is in partnership with Rudy Ray.