ABOUT US
Thank you for visiting our website! We are proud to share with you important information about our educational programmes and our concerts, and to give you an opportunity to get to know us a little better.
The Cayman Arts Festival (CAF) concept was born when the internationally acclaimed “Micallef – Inanga” piano duo was invited to perform in Grand Cayman. Following their performance in 2001, the duo decided that the most appropriate response to the overwhelmingly positive feedback that they received was to create a unique festival primarily for the benefit of the Cayman Islands community. Incorporated in 2003, CAF was originally formed as a three day event, committed to bringing world class offerings ranging from classical music to opera and jazz, while ensuring music education was among its core purposes. All visiting artists conduct workshops, master classes and/or concert demonstrations for the educational benefit of Cayman’s youth. These days, still following their original vision, and with a lot of work and support from sponsors and dedicated volunteers, CAF produces a two week annual festival, as well as piano concerts and other ad hoc events during the year, an afterschool programme, and many different projects that serve more than 250 musically inclined students.
We hope that after you have browsed our website, you will have a clearer picture of what CAF means to the Cayman Islands community, and we look forward to welcoming you to one of our events very soon! In the meantime, click here to check out our documentary - 2020: A Retrospective.
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMMES
Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, Cayman Arts Festival has been providing extra-curricular instrumental tuition to students from various public and private schools across the island for the past ten years. These group lessons have focused on students who are musically inclined and passionate about music. With instruments provided by Cayman Arts Festival, the results have been spectacular.
EVENTS
Over the years, CAF has been able to present to its devoted audience a significant number of great performers such as Wayne Marshall (pianist, conductor, organist), Glen Inanga (pianist), Jennifer Micallef (pianist), John McLaughlin Williams (pianist, Grammy Award winner), the Juilliard Jazz Ensemble, Cambridge Ensemble, Canadian Brass, Peter Dugan (pianist), String Fever Quartet, Harlem Gospel Choir, soloists of the London Philharmonic Orchestra with the Cayman National Choir, Amy Dickson (classical saxophonist), Danny Driver (pianist), Sodi Braide (pianist), Ingrid Schoenlaub (cellist) and many, many more.
Since 2016, more events have been added to the festival agenda. As CAF continued to invite more talented musicians to the Cayman Islands it became clear that the annual events held in February could not always accommodate visiting artists’ schedules. To ensure that no one would miss out on extraordinary performances that may not be available during the festival weeks, events were added in the autumn, with a major event held in November each year. Among the invitees were Elizabeth Pitcairn (violinist), Catrin Finch (harpist), Sheku Kanneh - Mason (cellist) and Isata Kanneh - Mason (pianist).
In 2016, CAF also began a piano concert series and have presented performances from pianists such as Allie Cortens, Glen Inanga, Matei Varga, Rebeca Omordia, Adam Heron and recently, Martin Roscoe, with all proceeds going toward various projects of the CAF after school programme.
JUNE 2026
MUSIC AT THE LIBRARY
"The Jazz Collective" Thursday, June 18th | 6pm - 7pm George Town Public Library Tickets: CI$ 25 (door) / US$ 30 (online) (adults) - Special online offer: Bring a friend with you for free. CI$ 10 (door) / US$ 10 (online) (students)
Get Your TicketsExperience the Birth of a Brand New Sound in Grand Cayman, The Jazz Collective! Join us for an extraordinary night of live music as five of the Cayman Islands' finest music educators and artists unite for their highly anticipated debut concert. Blending technical mastery with raw passion, this powerhouse quintet is breathing fresh life into timeless jazz traditions. Prepare for a high-energy journey through the syncopated rhythms of classic Dixieland and the infectious grooves of big-band Swing. From the soulful depths of Moanin' and the vibrant bossa nova rhythms of Agua de Beber, to the foot-stomping energy of Stevie Wonder’s Sir Duke, this performance promises a diverse, world-class musical experience. Don't miss the historic first performance of the island's newest jazz force! Marlon Cortes (piano) Faye Williams (alto saxophone) Cody Gifford (tenor/trumpet) Duncan Andreson (trombone/bass) Alannah Smith (drums) ✨ An inspiring evening of music awaits - we look forward to welcoming you!
For more information and to purchase or reserve tickets, please contact us at 922-5550 or enquiries@caymanartsfestival.com.
PRELUDE TO A PRIMA DONNA
Iyanla Powell Thursday, June 25th | 6pm - 7pm St. George's Anglican Church Tickets: CI$ 25 (door) / US$ 30 (online) (adults) - Special online offer: Bring a friend with you for free. CI$ 10 (door) / US$ 10 (online) (students)
Get Your TicketsJoin rising soprano Iyanla Powell for an inspiring evening of music that showcases her growing passion for classical repertoire and vocal artistry. Featuring selections from some of the world's most celebrated composers, including Rossini, Mozart, Handel, Bach, Delibes, Strauss, Fauré, and Andrew Lloyd Webber, this recital will take audiences on a journey through opera, art song, and musical theatre. From beloved arias such as Una voce poco fa, Lascia ch'io pianga, and the dazzling Queen of the Night Aria, to the timeless beauty of The Flower Duet and Phantom of the Opera, the programme highlights both technical brilliance and emotional expression. Blending classical masterpieces with enchanting modern favorites, this promises to be a memorable evening celebrating music, artistry, and the continued growth of a talented young performer. Join us for an unforgettable evening of beautiful music and exceptional talent.
For more information and to purchase or reserve tickets, please contact us at 922-5550 or enquiries@caymanartsfestival.com.
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P.O. BOX 11811, KY1-1009, Geroge Town Grand Cayman Cayman Islands enquiries@caymanartsfestival.com (345) 922-5550