In Photos: How Kenny G Silenced Kampala After Nairobi Success

Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Kenny G delivered a spectacular performance in Uganda this Sunday.

The show, aptly titled ‘One Night Only,’ transformed the Mestil Hotel grounds in Kampala into a sanctuary for jazz lovers. The musician captivated the audience, following a sold-out success in Nairobi the previous night.

After a few rain showers on Sunday evening, the stage was set. Kenny G took to the stage at exactly 8:30 pm.

He was dressed in his signature understated style. He wasted no time in immersing the audience in his timeless sound.

The Ten-Minute Test of Mastery

The performance was both intimate and powerful. The audience had the rare privilege of watching a master musician.

He performed with nothing but his saxophone and his artistry. He was backed by a band that moved in perfect harmony with him.

The defining moment of the night was a technical marvel. Kenny G sustained a flat note on his saxophone for over 10 minutes.

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The audience held their own breath as he held his, before the room finally erupted into thunderous applause.

This extraordinary feat of breath control proved Kenny G’s mastery. It reminded Kampala why he is a Grammy-winning icon.

For the next hour and a half, he offered a journey of soulful melodies. He serenaded each guest as though they were seated in the front row.

By the time he left the stage at 10:00 pm, the crowd was hungry for more. Hearts were full, and ears were ringing with lingering melodies.

Sold-Out Success in Nairobi

The Kampala event followed Kenny G’s performance in Kenya on Saturday night. On 27 September 2025, the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi hosted the first ‘One Night Only’ concert.

This venue features an amphitheatre that seats over 3,000 people.

The Nairobi concert attracted the city’s high society, top CEOs, and jazz aficionados. Attendees included Safaricom Group PLC CEO Dr Peter Ndegwa and Stanbic Bank Kenya’s CEO Dr Joshua Oigara. The night was a sell-out success.

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Ahead of his main set, Kenny G made an effort to connect. He requested a pen and paper to work on a speech for the following day. He asked for help on how to say his message in Swahili.

The evening in Nairobi was remembered for an emotional reunion. Guitarist Kato Change was surprised on stage by his mother, who had flown in from the United States. The moment reminded guests that music is tied to family and homecoming.