World Celebrates 2025 International Day of Jazz Today
Rana Atef
Today, April 30, the world celebrates the International Day of Jazz. This day symbolizes a tribute and a love letter to jazz music and its impact on culture, creativity, and social change.
Established by UNESCO in 2011, the day recognizes jazz as a unique art form that transcends national, cultural, and racial boundaries, bringing people together through its improvisational spirit and diverse influences.
Jazz is also a symbol of freedom and expression. Originating in the early 20th century, jazz turned out to be a global movement, inspiring musicians across the world; from its African American sounds to influencing several areas of arts such as blues, rock, and pop.
Several concerts are organized around the world, in addition to workshops and gatherings to honor a music that influenced all kids of arts.
Tonight, All-Star Global Concert will be hosted at the Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Led by iconic pianist Herbie Hancock and hosted by Academy Award-winning actor Jeremy Irons, this concert will bring together an extraordinary lineup of renowned jazz, blues, classical, and hip-hop artists from around the world.
Among those set to perform: Arqam Al Abri (UAE), John Beasley (USA), Dee Dee Bridgewater (USA), A Bu (China), Terri Lyne Carrington (USA), Kurt Elling (USA), José James (USA), Rhani Krija (Morocco), John McLaughlin (UK), Hélène Mercier (France/Canada), Marcus Miller (USA), Linda May Han 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.
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