Calgary Herald
An Unforgettable Evening of Afro-Jazz
King Udofia leads an ensemble that defies genre, weaving cultural storytelling into every bar.
Media
Press & Coverage
CBC Music
Gbèdu Sells Out in Calgary
The sold-out premiere of Gbèdu signals the arrival of a major new voice in orchestral Afro-jazz.
Jazz Canada
The Music Director Redefining Cultural Performance
With meticulous craft and cultural depth, Udofia is carving a singular space in Canadian music.
The Globe and Mail
Calgary's New Sound: The Rise of Afro-Jazz
A deep look at how King Udofia is building a new genre vocabulary in Canadian music.
Exclaim!
Gbèdu Review: A Cultural Milestone
An evening that proved orchestral music can be both intellectually rich and deeply communal.
Alberta Arts
Five Artists Redefining Alberta's Cultural Landscape
King Udofia is among a new wave of artists bringing global perspectives to Alberta's cultural scene.
What People Say
King has an extraordinary ability to translate emotion into sound. Working with him elevated every moment of our production.
— A Collaborating Artist
Live Performance
The musicianship and intentionality King brings is rare. Every arrangement felt purposeful and deeply felt.
— Cultural Organization
Festival Production
Gbèdu was a transformative experience. The room felt it — every single person. We're bringing him back.
— Venue Presenter
Cultural Institution