VOICED : Ethio jazz: burned to the ground but the beat goes on

The Jazz Amber Club in Addis Ababa, a key venue for Ethio Jazz, was destroyed by a fire, impacting local musicians and the music community. The club was a hub for live performances and music education. Despite the loss, there is optimism for rebuilding and continuing the vibrant music scene in Addis Ababa.

What was the impact of the fire on local musicians like Missile Legacy?

• They received financial support from the community.

• They lost their favorite venue to perform.

• They were unaffected by the fire.

• They gained new opportunities elsewhere.

What role did the Jazz Amber Club play in the local music community?

• It was a place for musicians to relax.

• It hosted live music and educational workshops.

• It was a recording studio for local artists.

• It was a venue for international music festivals.

How did the Jazz Amber Club contribute to music education?

• By providing a platform for students to perform live.

• By offering free music lessons to children.

• By publishing music theory books.

• By organizing international music competitions.

When did Ethio Jazz first emerge as a genre?

• In the early 80s.

• In the late 60s and early 70s.

• In the mid-90s.

• In the early 2000s.

What is the outlook for the music scene in Addis Ababa after the fire?

• It is optimistic about rebuilding and growing.

• It will shift focus to other genres.

• It is expected to decline significantly.

• It will remain stagnant for years.