2009 Jazz Music Festivals You Won’t Want to Miss
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It’s that time of year again when the weather gets warmer and the days get longer- and that means it’s also time for some of the best jazz festivals around the country! Check out our list of 2009 Jazz Music Festivals You Won’t Want to Miss for a great time.
Introduction
Jazz music has been a staple in American culture for over a century, and the genre has produced some of the most influential musicians in history. From Louis Armstrong to Miles Davis, jazz has had a profound impact on the development of popular music. Today, jazz is enjoyed by people of all ages and backgrounds, and its popularity shows no signs of waning.
One of the best ways to experience jazz is to attend a live concert or festival. Jazz festivals are held all over the world, and they provide an opportunity to see some of the greatest musicians in the genre perform live. If you’re a fan of jazz, here are nine festivals that you won’t want to miss in 2009:
1. The North Sea Jazz Festival – Rotterdam, Netherlands
2. The Montreux Jazz Festival – Montreux, Switzerland
3. The Newport Jazz Festival – Newport, Rhode Island
4. The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival – New Orleans, Louisiana
5. The Playboy Jazz Festival – Los Angeles, California
6. The Detroit Jazz Festival – Detroit, Michigan
7. The Chicago Jazz Festival – Chicago, Illinois
8. The Vancouver International Jazz Festival – Vancouver, Canada
9. The Sydney International Jazz Festival – Sydney, Australia
Jazz Festivals in the U.S.
2009 is a great year for jazz music festivals! There are festivals for all types of jazz lovers, from traditional to contemporary. Here is a list of some of the best festivals in the United States.
New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival
Held annually in New Orleans, Louisiana, the Jazz & Heritage Festival is a celebration of the music and culture of New Orleans and Louisiana. The festival features a wide variety of music, including jazz, blues, R&B, rock, funk, soul, and more. In addition to the music, the festival also features food from some of New Orleans’ best restaurants, as well as arts and crafts from local artisans.
Detroit Jazz Festival
The Detroit Jazz Festival is one of the world’s foremost jazz festivals. It is held annually over Labor Day weekend in downtown Detroit, Michigan, at Hart Plaza and Campus Martius Park. The festival features performances by leading jazz musicians from all over the world. past performers include Miles Davis, Ella Fitzgerald, Dizzy Gillespie, Billie Holiday, John Coltrane, Thelonious Monk, Charlie Parker, and Sonny Rollins.
The Monterey Jazz Festival
One of the longest running jazz festivals in the world, the Monterey Jazz Festival takes place over three days in mid-September on the grounds of the Monterey Fairgrounds. Set against the stunning backdrop of Monterey Bay, this festival has something for everyone, with performances ranging from traditional jazz to contemporary and experimental improvisations. Artists appearing in 2009 include Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, Stanley Clarke Band, Brad Mehldau Trio, McCoy Tyner Quartet and many more.
Jazz Festivals Outside the U.S.
Jazz music has been around for over 100 years and has been enjoyed by people all over the world. There are many different types of jazz music, from traditional to contemporary. If you’re a fan of jazz music, you’ll want to check out some of these international jazz festivals.
North Sea Jazz Festival
The North Sea Jazz Festival is an annual jazz festival held in The Hague, Netherlands. The first edition of the festival was on July 2, 1976 and featured Miles Davis, Charlie Mingus,nl:Dizzy Gillespie, Max Roach and Sonny Rollins. The festival has since grown to an attendance of over 70,000 people, making it one of the largest jazz festivals in the world.
The North Sea Jazz Festival is usually held on the last weekend of July. It generally features three main stages (with a fourth stage added in recent years), as well as a selection of smaller venues spread throughout the city centre. The main stages feature a wide variety of jazz styles, including bebop, fusion and funk. In addition to the music stages, the festival also has a dance tent and various other attractions.
The 2009 edition of the North Sea Jazz Festival will be held from July 10-12. Headliners include Herbie Hancock, Francisco Mela and Templado (Friday); Al Jarreau, Maceo Parker and Ramsey Lewis (Saturday); and Sonny Rollins, Joe Lovano and John Scofield (Sunday).
Montreal International Jazz Festival
The Montreal International Jazz Festival (June 26-July 6) is the largest jazz festival in the world, with more than 2,500 musicians from over 50 countries performing in more than 650 concerts. The majority of the concerts are free, with ticketed shows featuring some of the biggest names in jazz.
Cork Jazz Festival
The Cork Jazz Festival is one of the biggest and best-loved jazz festivals in the world. It takes place every October in Cork, Ireland, and attracts some of the biggest names in jazz, as well as tens of thousands of fans from all over the world.
This year’s lineup includes Wynton Marsalis, Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, McCoy Tyner, Joe Lovano, Joshua Redman, Dave Douglas, Cassandra Wilson, Stefon Harris and many more. If you’re a fan of jazz, this is one festival you won’t want to miss.
Conclusion
In 2009, there are many fabulous jazz festivals around the world to enjoy. From the well-established Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland to the more recent Cape Town International Jazz Festival in South Africa, there is something for everyone. So get out your calendar and start planning your trip to one of these great festivals today!
