PARIS And WASHINGTON And Abu DhabiThe water,, March 28, 2025 / Prnewswire / – The 2025 edition of International Jazz Day will be celebrated in more than 190 countries on April 30with Abu Dhabi selected as a world host city. Organized by UNESCO and Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz, this celebration will showcase concerts and educational and cultural initiatives.
“We are delighted to celebrate this international day on a high note in the city of creative music of UNESCO Abu Dhabi. This edition will highlight the rich tapestry of creativity and the cultural heritage of the city while presenting the capacity of jazz to connect communities and to promote dialogue and peace through the continents”, ” declared General Manager of UNESCO Audrey Azoulay.
Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates) will serve as a dynamic center of this world celebration. A series of jazz performances, educational programs and community events on the city level of five weeks will take place in the city, including the World Consultation of the International Jazz Day 2025 to April 30 Arena EtihadThe largest place of domestic entertainment in the region.
Directed by an emblematic pianist Herbie Hancock and hosted by the award -winning actor of the Oscars Jeremy IronsThis concert will bring together an extraordinary range of jazz, blues, classics and hip-hop artists from around the world. Among those who are ready to play: Arqam al shelter (UNITED ARAB EMIRATES), John Beasley (USA),, Dee Dee Bridgewater (USA),, It is (China),, Terre Lyne Carrington (USA),, Kurt Elling (USA),, José James (USA),, Rhani Krija (Morocco),, John McLaughlin (UNITED KINGDOM), Hélène Mercier (France/ /Canada),, Marcus Miller (USA),, Linda May Il Oh (Australia),, John Pizzarelli (USA),, Dianne Reeves (USA),, Arturo Sandoval (USA),, Naseer Shamma (Iraq),, Danilo Pérez (Panama), And Varijashree Venugopal (India). Additional artists will be announced in the coming weeks.
“Jazz has always been to bring people together, break barriers and inspire creativity through cultures. International. Jazz day Reminds us that music has the power to transcend borders, promote dialogue and stimulate joy and hope, ” said Herbie Hancock.
Tickets are available here. The concert will also broadcast millions live via UNTV, UNESCO, Jazzday.com, Facebook, Youtube and other media partners.
International Jazz day will have thousands of Events in the world. Artists, educators and institutions will organize masterclasses, jam sessions, round tables and educational workshops, reflecting the deep impact of jazz as a unifying force.
A full month of events in Abu Dhabi
Activities will take place in the main cultural and educational establishments, including the Louvre Abu Dhabi, Berklee Abu Dhabi and Nyu Abu Dhabi, as well as hospitals, higher centers, children’s and school libraries. Special performances will highlight the integration of jazz with traditional instruments such as Oud, Qanoon and Ney.
International Jazz day 2025 coincides with the summit of Abu Dhabi culture. The annual gathering brings together leaders of culture and creative industries and will include panels and conversations with Herbie Hancock and other renowned artists.
The major global support for International Jazz Day is provided by the Doris Duke Foundation and United Airlines, the international partner of the world airline for jazz day.
About International Jazz Day
Created by UNESCO in 2011 and recognized by the United Nations General Assembly, International Jazz Day brings together countries and communities around the world April 30. The annual celebration highlights the power of jazz and its role in promoting peace, dialogue between cultures, diversity and respect for human dignity. International Jazz day has become a global movement reaching more than 2 billion people per year. Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz is the main non -profit organization responsible for producing International Jazz Day.
Learn more and record events on www.jazzday.com Or www.unesco.org/en/international-jazzz-day.
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