Goa - a global music hub!Musicians from every corner of the world have been
landing up and performing in Goa ever since a paradise called Goa was
discovered on planet Earth. Many of them choose to leave their luxurious
lifestyles back home to enjoy the simple ‘susegaad’ lifestyle that Goa is known
for. The people’s warmth and hospitality radiates even brighter than the Sun.
Goa is a tourist destination not just for it’s beaches and scenic beauty, it is
a live music haven too. Hundreds of live music venues dot every tourist belt
across Goa. If a census is done, Goa may emerge as a place with the most live
music venues in the world. Small wonder then, why so many musicians from all
over the world choose to make Goa their second home, some of them even setting
up a permanent home in Goa.
Having international musicians perform alongside local artistes has raised the
entertainment bar in Goa, often resulting in world-class acts at even low
profile venues. One great place to actually be a part of this global melting
pot is the seasonal Saturday Night Market at Arpora. Thousands of local and
international visitors are entertained by a series of acts that change by the
hour. A big stage/sound/light set-up keeps every performer in the spotlight.
What started as a small flea market evolved into a mind boggling event with
thousands of stalls catering to the whole world actually. Goa has always been
all about the ‘vibe’. You feel it loud and clear at places like the Saturday
Night Market.
Jazz Goa is a platform for visiting artistes, having recorded and hosted shows
for many of them. The music produced in collaboration with local artistes meets
international standards. It is available to be enjoyed by all through the Jazz
Goa app that can be downloaded for free at www.jazzgoa.com
