Glasgow Jazz Festival concludes 39th edition with record-breaking performances
The Glasgow Jazz Festival has concluded its 39th edition, celebrating the city's vibrant jazz scene.
The event, running from June 19 to 22, showcased a dynamic mix of legendary performers, rising stars, album launches, and community events across Glasgow.
With more than 200 musicians taking part in over 35 performances, the festival saw an increase in audience size compared to 2023, with several shows selling out.
Brian Jackson (Image: knkography) The festival offered a wide range of events, including free jam sessions, one-off collaborations, a children's music workshop, and a book reading.
The festival has supported the music industry's gender equality initiative, Keychange, since 2017, and this year, 75 per cent of performances included female artists.
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Jill Rodger, director of the Glasgow Jazz Festival, said: "The 39th Glasgow Jazz Festival has been one to remember – from packed venues to incredible performances, the energy brought by both artists and audiences has been wonderful.
"Our commitment to inclusivity, giving young and emerging talent a platform, and celebrating all genres of jazz, are at the heart of what we do.
(Image: Campbell Skinner) "I want to personally thank everyone who played a part in making this festival such a success.
"We're already looking forward to what's in store for our very special 40th edition.
"See you next year, Glasgow."
The Glasgow Jazz Festival 2025 was supported by Creative Scotland and the Glasgow 850 Festivals Fund.
The festival is set to return for its 40th edition in June 2026.
For more information, visit www.jazzfest.co.uk.
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