The Arches Stage 

Friday 27 & Saturday 28 March

Located at the Monument, The Arches is the festival’s main stage – set against the mountains and framed by the vineyards of Franschhoek.   

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Over the last three decades, Róisín Murphy has established herself as one of electronic pop’s most ingenious and forward-thinking voices, with a fearless sense of exploration and artistic spirit that’s proved both influential and singular.

The Irish singer, songwriter and record producer first became known in the 1990s as one half ofthe pop duo Moloko alongside English musician Mark Brydon. After four albums and a career that included the indelible hit Sing It Back, Moloko split following the release of 2003’s Statues.  

Murphy moved to London and kickstarted a new era of creativity, teaming up with producer Matthew Herbert for the beguiling Ruby Blue in 2005.

Numerous quirky albums later, Róisín has been described as “a purveyor of adventurous, omnivorous pop that blends influences as far-flung as disco and hot jazz” [AllMusic], while Out In Perth has called her “Ireland’s queen of the avant-garde”.

Discography: Ruby Blue (2005), Overpowered, (2007), Hairless Toys (2015), Take Her Up to Monto (2016), Róisín Machine (2020), Hit Parade (2023)

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Wet Wet Wet are undoubtedly a musical phenomenon, having made an immense impact with their music over the last four decades and becoming one of the most successful bands in British pop history.

Selling more than 15 million singles and albums, the band has featured in the official UK singles and album charts for over a colossal 500 weeks, and their albums have been certified 20 x platinum in the UK alone. Their 27 Top 40 hit singles include 3 number 1’s, with Love Is All Around spending 15 weeks at the top, a record for any UK artist that still stands.

Alongside vocalist Kevin Simm, the ever-present Graeme Clark (bass) and Graeme Duffin (guitar) front the seven-piece band on the road where Wet Wet Wet continue to wow audiences in venues throughout the world.

Discography: Popped In Souled Out (1987), The Memphis Sessions (1988), Picture This (1995), Timeless (2007), The Journey (2021), Strings Attached (2025).

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The Kesivan amaBig Band Experience ft Boohle, Moonchild Sanelly and BONJ (SA, Switzerland, France, Spain and Brazil) 

A bold collaborative statement led by acclaimed South African drummer and composer Kesivan Naidoo, based between Switzerland and South Africa, who brings together a 26-piece ensemble of South African and European musicians, with strong Swiss representation. The project reimagines Amapiano, traditionally electronic and groove-driven, through the language of a large acoustic jazz ensemble, the performance establishes a rhythmic and collaborative foundation for the festival.

Featuring lead vocalists Boohle, Moonchild Sanelly and BONJ, the ensemble is anchored by Boohle’s unmistakable voice – one of the most emotionally resonant in contemporary Amapiano. Her presence provides a vital connective thread between the genre’s electronic origins and its orchestral reinterpretation, grounding the collaboration in authenticity, intimacy and feeling.

The amaBig Band line-up: Kesivan Naidoo (band leader, composer/arranger, drums) Tlale Makhene (percussion), Shaun Johannes (electric bass), Joan Codina (Spain/ Switzerland – Double bass), Bokani Dyer (piano), Brathew van Schalkwyk (keyboards), Keenan Ahrends (guitar), Fabio Gouvea (Brazil/Switzerland – guitar), Jon Savage (guitar), Danél Dippenaar (alto sax), Mthunzi Mvubu (alto sax), Charley Rose (France/Switzerland – tenor sax), Jess van der Merwe (tenor sax), Charlotte Lang (Switzerland – baritone), Lukas Wyss (Switzerland – trombone), Hope Hadebe (trombone), Tamzyn Freeks (trombone), Karen Hess (trombone), Lukas Thoeni (Switzerland – trumpet), Darren English (trumpet), Lee Thomson (trumpet), Kathleen Racionzer (trumpet), Boohle (vocals), Moonchild Sanelly (vocals) and BONJ (vocals).

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The sublime collaboration of two of South Africa’s most popular Afro jazz bands – Kujenga and The Brother Moves On (TBMO) is a heaven-sent addition to the Montreux Franschhoek stage.

Johannesburg-based TBMO is known for their multi-disciplinary live shows dubbed as “tradition-trouncing trans-Atlantic Afro-centric futuristically ancient fusion”, in which core members take on various roles combining storytelling, theatre, drawing, video installation and other experimental media.

Kujenga’s playlist also hones in on continental sounds with Owethu Ndwandwe on vocals and keys in the frontline, twin brother Zwide Ndwandwe on bass, Thane Smith on guitar and Keno Carlese on drums. This Mother City band blends various genres from the African diaspora, with Black improvisational music as the core of the band’s sound.

Expect a fusion of Xhosa funk, rock, and jazz, with influences from traditional South African sounds and contemporary experimental music.

Discography:
Kujenga:  Nationality (2019), In the Wake (2014), Common Ground (2025)
TBMO:  A New Myth (2013), The Golden Wake (2015) $/He Who Feeds You… Owns You (2022)

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One of the most iconic documented collaborations between Robert Glasper and Bilal is an NPR Tiny Desk Concert, which showcases the intimacy and expression that defines their shared musical language. Their joint work is often described as “warm, accessible, and polite” – serving as a soundtrack to a literal dinner party.

Bandleader Robert Glasper’s piano music is a study in convergences – he has a strong foothold in modern jazz, whilst orbiting contemporary gospel, alternative hip-hop and R&B – the category under which he won his first two Grammy awards. 

Philadelphia-born Bilal Oliver is a schooled musician and energetic live performer whose artistry draws from jazz, soul, and hip-hop. Together this supergroup represents a true united meeting of minds.

Discography:

Robert Glasper: Black Radio (2012), Code Derivation (2025), Keys To The City Volume One (2025)
Bilal: 1st Born Second (2001), In Another Life ( 2015), Adjust Brightness (2025).

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Since their disruptive third studio album, Dance, No One’s Watching, in 2024, Ezra Collective have continued to break down barriers for UK jazz.  They are the first local jazz band to win a BRIT Award (Group of the Year), having been nominated for four awards; they have a Top 10 album in the UK; have been playlisted on BBC Radio 1 & 1Xtra; have performed on Live Lounge; and have been nominated for the BBC Sound Of poll. 

Written during a blistering 2023, which saw Ezra Collective tour the world, No One’s Watching continues to be an ode to the sacred, joyous act of dancing.

The London-based quintet is composed of drummer and bandleader Femi Koleoso, bassist TJ Koleoso, keyboardist Joe Armon-Jones, trumpeter Ife Ogunjobi, and tenor saxophonist James Mollison. Together they fuse elements of Afrobeat, Calypso, reggae, hip hop, soul and jazz.

Discography: You Can’t Steal My Joy (2019), Where I’m Meant To Be (2022), Dance, No One’s Watching

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Widely regarded as The Golden Voice of Africa, Keita is one of the most influential artists in African music history, with a career spanning more than five decades. His appearance at Montreux Jazz Festival, Franschhoek is both rare and resonant – a master artist whose presence embodies the festival’s belief in musical legacy, cultural truth and artistic courage.

A pioneer of Afropop, his career has produced more than 20 albums, five Grammy nominations and globally recognised songs such as Yamore and Madan. For Montreux Jazz Festival Franschhoek, Salif will be accompanied by his Electric Band.  

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Nothing short of mesmerising, Thandiswa is one of the most influential post-Apartheid singers in South Africa. She began her career in 1996 with Jack Knife and pioneering kwaito act Bongo Maffin.

After 6 award-winning albums with Bongo Maffin, she ventured into a solo career which saw her first project, Zabalaza, reach double platinum status, winning a Kora award for Best African Female and four South African Music Awards.  Her critically acclaimed sophomoric release Ibokwe and third album, Belede, reached gold status within a few weeks of release.

Sankofa, her fourth album, combines archival Xhosa samples, jazz and West African music.  It includes songs produced by Meshell Ndegeocello, Chris Bruce and Nduduzo Makhathini.

Known for her electrifying performances, the iconic singer has appeared all over the world and continues to be one of Africa’s most dynamic artists.

Discography: Zabalaza (2004), Ibokwe (2009), Dance of the Forgotten Free (2010), Belede (2016), Sankofa (2024). 

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One of South Africa’s most compelling contemporary composers and bandleaders.  Known for his deeply expressive trumpet work and genre-fluid compositions, Dyantyis represents the evolving language of African jazz today – sophisticated, emotive and unafraid to draw from classical, folk and modern influences.

His performance underscores Montreux’s commitment to artists who are actively shaping the future of global music from the African continent.  A multi award nominee and award-winning recipient, he has sold out many major stages across South Africa. Mandisi’s 2019 Somandla album was nominated for Best Jazz Artist at the 2019 Mzantsi Jazz Awards and Best Jazz Album at the 2019 SAMAs. His second album, Cwaka, won the 2022 SAMA Award for Best Adult Contemporary Album.

In October 2025, Mandisi released, Intlambululo: Ukuhlambulula, which translates to the act of purification and reflection. The response to this body of work has exceeded all expectations. For Montreux Jazz Festival Franschhoek, Mandisi’s performance will be backed a choir.

Discography: Somandla (2019)
Cwaka (2022) Intlambululo: Ukuhlambulula (2025)

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Bringing together acclaimed musicians Moss Mogale and  Vusi Mahlasela, this rare convergence of guitar voices promises a powerful and unexpected musical dialogue – rooted in African storytelling, social memory and shared virtuosity. True to the Montreux spirit, this collaboration exists specifically for the festival, offering audiences a moment that cannot be replicated elsewhere.

Billy is part of a new generation of musicians who aim to take the music of the African continent to greater heights, and this historic meeting of strings and styles is pure genius. Moss Mogale was inspired by the late Frans Mothoka Maake and Geoff Mphakathi; while the music of legendary singer-songwriter and activist Vusi Mahlasela, aka “The Voice,” echoed South Africa’s transition to freedom. Together they share stories of the guitar in South African music, featuring styles such as kwela, marabi, mbaqanga, mbube, Mgqashiyo and Malombo. Billy dubs the trio’s union as “a triple threat of guitar convergence”.

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Each member of The Ploemies brings a distinct musical voice to the ensemble, creating a dynamic sound that honours the roots of South African jazz whilst pushing its boundaries. A fusion of jazz, rock, and alternative sounds peppered by the joys of improvisation, each band performance is unpredictable and high-octane.

The four-piece houses Bradley Prince (guitar), Duncan Johnson (saxophone), Shaun Johannes (bass), and Keno Carelse (drums). Led by composer and bandleader Johannes, The Ploemies have emerged as a standout act on the Western Cape’s live circuit, delivering performances that blur the line between tradition and experimentation.

Their debut album, Unfinished Business, was released in April 2025, and spotlights eight instrumental tracks which blend Cape Jazz, ghoema, funk, reggae, and Latin influences.

Band lineup: Bradley Prince (guitar), Duncan Johnson (saxophone), Shaun Johannes (bass), and Keno Carelse (drums).

Discography: Unfinished Business  (2025) 

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Soweto-born DJ Kent has a catalogue of over 150 songs, some of which have been remixed by Black Coffee (SA), DJ Rock (France), and Lucien Foort (Netherlands).

A multiple award-winning house DJ, producer and author of dance music, his production achievements include a SAMA for Best Remix (2011 – 2012), a Metro FM win for Best Single & Collaboration (2009 – 2010), and a Best Urban Dance Album SAMA (2008 – 2009). 

Early in his career, Khensani Mabaso (aka DJ Kent), was part of Kentphonik, a production collective that helped shape the sound of early 2000s South African house with hits like Uwrongo and Masingita.

Acclaimed for seamless mixes and dynamic live sets, he has embraced Afro-tech, amapiano, and deep-house; with his single Horns in the Sun showcasing his experimental approach and crossover appeal.

Discography: Evolution X (2016), The Weekent ((2013), I Can’t Survive (2010), EP (2023) 

In 2025, DJ Kent’s release schedule was headlined by high-profile collaborations and a major update to his most iconic track. The year’s primary highlight was the official release of “Alegria” on 14 March 2025, a long-awaited Afro-house collaboration with THEMBA released via Armada Music. This track, which blends tribal percussion with melodic basslines, became a staple of his live sets, including his residency at Cabo Beach Club.

Another significant milestone was the July 2025 release of the Liva K Remix of his 2011 classic “Falling”. This reimagining by the Greek artist Liva K updated the track with a modern Afro-house groove and became one of the most sought-after IDs of the 2025 summer season. Additionally, Kent launched the Nocturnal Mix series, a new alternative to his famous “Sunset Mixes,” designed to capture a more energetic, uptempo nighttime vibe. He also appeared on the track “Kent’s Groove” from the album The Dawn by Stixx, further cementing his presence in the evolving house scene

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A trailblazing force in the music scene for over two decades, DJ Zinhle continues to command the stage with masterful Afro house sets. Holding the title as Africa’s Number 1 Female DJ for more than 4 years in a row, she’s cemented her spot as a key player in the industry.

Whether she’s dropping triple platinum-selling anthems like Umlilo, or leading a monumental a crowd, this “Queen of the Decks” remains an unrivalled icon whose formidable stage presence leaves audiences spellbound.

In addition to impeccable musical curation and a striking aesthetic, DJ Zinhle is also a successful business entrepreneur and TV star, appearing in her own reality show, The Unexpected; The Lucky Star CoLab, and the SABC’s 1s & 2s.

The recipient of a Basadi in Music Award and Forbes Woman Africa Entertainer Award, DJ Zinhle is one of the most celebrated female house DJs in South Africa.

Discography:  Feminine Touch (2009),  My Name Is (Remixes) (2013), ZEE Nation Volume 1 (2025).

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Cape Town-based Cassiem Latief has been immersed in the local electronic scene for over two decades. Recognized for his soulful energy and ability to showcase the full spectrum of deep house, he’s often seen playing extended sunset and day-to-night sets.

A Feeling Groovy Management artist, Latief’s passion for pushing boundaries stems from early music influences grounded in soul, R&B, hip hop, jazz, reggae, and 80’s to 90’s house music released on labels such as Nu Groove, Movin, Strictly Rhythm, Eightball and Guidance.

From humble beginnings working in a record store, to holding residencies at national events, Latief has earned an appreciative and ever-growing following. As a DJ performance artist, he has released productions on the Magique Music, Nomadiq Music, Mohaus and Garden Groove record labels.

He’s a co-founder of the We House Sundays movement, which celebrates the true essence of house music and brings together cultures from across the globe.

Discography: Be Patient (2016).

Leighton Moody (SA)

With influences rooted in his family’s record collection of gospel, soul and jazz, Leighton Moody was naturally drawn to the deep and soulful sounds of house. Respected by dancers and music lovers alike, he has a unique way of storytelling through his DJ sets.

Also known as Soulsideup, Moody’s intricate style fuses abstract textures with nostalgic sounds, taking audiences on a journey with every set. His versatility as a DJ has seen him appear at many top festivals, including Ultra SA, Lighthouse Festival, Bazique Festival, Wolfkop Weekender, Synergy and Oppikoppi.

The Durban-born DJ is a co-founder of the We House Sundays movement, co-hosting monthly events and annual outdoor events. He is a signed Feeling Groovy Management artist, and is a key figure of the house music scene. He has shared the stage with the likes of Kerri Chandler, Monique Bingham, Dixon, Andy Compton, Jimpster, and Atjazz.

Discography: Boiler Room: Cassiem Latief & Leighton Moody (2016), How You Do – Leighton Moody & Aizo Clutch (2025).

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Renowned for her dynamic DJ sets, Rosey Gold draws from the tapestry of the Southern African diaspora, skilfully intertwining the vibrant sounds of house, amapiano and gqom.

With a life shaped by travel, she grew up immersed in a mosaic of cultures, sounds and rhythms that continue to define her artistry. Her youth was marked by movement across continents, each experience leaving an imprint on her ear and inspiring a sound that bridges electronic and Afro house.

In 2025 she secured a residency at Hï Ibiza alongside Black Coffee and Damian Lazarus, plus appearances at Chinois Ibiza. Her Boiler Room sets also captured her instinctive understanding of energy and space.

Following a sold-out headline show at EartH London and recognition as Beatport’s 2025 “One to Watch,” Gold continues to translate her global perspective into a timeless sound that is distinctly her own.

Discography: Warriors (2019), Deep Rooted  (2023).

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Kenneth Bekizizwe Nzama began his career in 1998 with performances at poetry sessions in and around Johannesburg, but made his name deejaying alongside the likes of Tumi & The Volume, Lebo Mashile and Simphiwe Dana.

Moving to Cape Town in 2001, he became a resident DJ at clubs and lounge bars including Marvel, Baraza and Armchair; playing as headline DJ for bands like Freshlyground and Max Normal.

Since his return to Gauteng in 2004, DJ Kenzhero continues to be a regular feature on YFM, Tuks FM, and Mutherfm.com as a DJ, co-producer or co-host. He is well-known on the club scene for his off-centre sessions, claiming residencies at The Colourbar, and Sidewalk Café, and touring to festivals like Macufe and Urban Voice.

His unique style, which combines hip-hop, soul, funk and jazz, invites listeners to give ear to the history of music as the sound flows from one genre to the other. He has shared the stage with Mos Def and Dead Pres. known for the Party People series, regular on festival circuits, co-owner of Untitled basement.

Discography: DJ Kenzhero Plays Ade Damola* – The Break Even Mixtape (2022),  Party People Vol. 1 (2008), Hype Sessions Vol. 24: Party People Presents Summer Madness (2008), Winter Warmers: DJ Kenzhero (DJ Mix) (2025).

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DJ Lelowhatsgood bridges the gap between raw, hometown gqom and global electronic influences. His energetic sets often feature a mix of house, amapiano, ballroom and baile funk. 

As a cultural curator, DJ Lelo (Ntsikelelo Meslani) is the pioneering force behind VNJ Ball – an inclusive ballroom movement that champions the LGBTQI+ community through art, music, fashion and dance.

He has received numerous awards and recognition for his contributions to the arts and culture scene – these include a SAMA nomination for Best Gqom Album (2025), as well as being a 2x Feather Awards recipient.

DJ Lelo lists performances at Boiler Room, Afropunk and Tresor Berlin as career highlights. His experimental, underground sounds have resulted in collaborations with the likes of Babes Wodumo, DNB Gogo, and Moonchild Sanelly.

A unique voice in club culture, his signature dark, gqom-driven sound can be described as moody, and euphoric.

Discography: Demon’s Kiss (2022), Next Level (2024), Ekhoneni (2025), Ba Ko Kae? (2025).

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Trev The Japanese, real name Kulane Trevor Mavikane, is from Giyani, South Africa. He blends deep house, bruk, jazz, funk, and soul with a focus on percussive, soul-driven sounds and a “6-and-a-half-minute” narrative style.

Trev has been flaring up the dance floors and captivating audiences since 2004. A co-founder of the Johannesburg-based Avant Garde Troupé, he is known for playing deep-house and downtempo music.

Together with Thabo Phalatse and Khaya Simelane, he is continuously impacting the dance scene. To date, the collective has hosted acts like Dego, Abase, Shuya Okino (Kyoto Jazz Massive), Ge-ology, Rich Medina, Yukari BB and Femi Koya.

In 2022, he introduced TrevTober, an annual celebration of the life and times of Trev. It celebrates his journey in music and is also a tribute to his coming of age.

He has appeared on Hit Refresh on Vuzu, The Urban Beat and Urban Music Lounge on Metro FM, and decked international scenes such as Munich, Manchester, Brasil, and Toyko.

Discography: Deep Inspiration Show 250 Guestmix (2013).

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Mayibuye Ntsatha, aka DJ Mighty, is the founder of Vinyl Meditationz. A legendary vinyl DJ, educator and mentor, his name is synonymous with soulful soundscapes and deep musical healing.

With over two decades of experience, he is widely recognised for his pioneering vinyl listening sessions – creating sacred spaces for music lovers to connect and reflect.

Known for his deep crates and genre-fluid sets, Mighty has performed at hundreds of festivals. These include Bushfire (Swaziland), Red Bull Electronic Music Festival, Rocking the Daisies, African Space Station (Chimurenga) and Search Festival.

Through Vinyl Meditationz, DJ Mighty mentors a growing global community of vinyl DJs and music lovers – sharing not just music, but a lifestyle rooted in soulful education, mindfulness, and cultural preservation. He has held residencies at iconic venues such a GiGi Rooftop and The Biscuit Mill in Cape Town; and Kitcheners in Johannesburg.

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Hip-hop producer and engineer Kay Faith, real name Karien Barnard, is one of the few women producers in local hip-hop. Having worked with some of the biggest artists in the country, she has proven herself not only as Cape Town’s tastemaker, but an important part of South Africa’s music scene.

Known for her production work on hits like YoungstaCPT’s OWN 2016 and Kwesta’s Day One, she is also an award-winner who has snagged Apple Music Artist of the Month, and engineered multiple SAMA-award-winning titles where her expertise has placed her in categories such as Best Engineered Album.

Faith’s work lives at the intersection of technical excellence and storytelling while being shaped by her background in engineering and her instinct as a curator. She creates moments that remind us how deep our catalogue is, and how iconic our local sound really is.

Discography: In Good Faith (2017), Antithesis (2022).

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Homie. Lover. Friend is a genre-defying collective of audio archivists redefining the soundscape of connection. Made up of Lungi Molefe (Brownpepperann), Phola Gumede (LoveslavePhola) and Qhawe Luthuli (Q.hawekazi), the trio blends jazz, house, hip hop, R&B and eclectic global sounds into immersive sets that move across decades and time zones.

Together they curate spaces of release and liberation, designing moments where music becomes community, nostalgia meets now, and every set feels like home.

Inspired by MoRuf’s similarly titled track, Homie.Lover.Friend isn’t just a name – it’s a love language; and as archivists, they aim to nurture relationships built on a mutual appreciation for the syntax of music.

By airing their love of cross-disciplinary sounds, Lungi, Phola and Qhawe hope to bring novelty seekers into a space that cultivates a social experience for like-minded individuals from all walks of life.

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That Guy S’bu is a Cape Town-born vinyl collector and selector dedicated to the art of the analog groove. Since 2015, he has translated a lifelong obsession with music into a curated palette that spans jazz, hip hop, Afrobeat, bossa nova and neo-soul – a sound deeply rooted in the soul, R&B and mbaqanga records of his childhood.

As the founder of the Listen & Digest pop up concept, S’bu (Sibusiso Ncangayi) has built a premier platform for alternative music culture. What began as a podcast in 2015 has evolved in a vital movement which hosts selectors from across Mzansi and Eswatini.

From commanding floors at TrevTober to The Dig’s AfroDiaspora Connection, he has cemented his reputation as a go-to purveyor of sophisticated alternative sounds. He’s always sure to bring eclectic vibes and jazz-dance sprinkled with samples and hip-hop beats.

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  • Prelude (General Access) and
    Heineken Crescendo Lounge (Premium Hospitality) – CLICK HERE
  • Adagio (Premium VIP Hospitality) – email hospitality@mjfsa.com