Worldwide Celebration on 30
April
PARIS and WASHINGTON and ABU
DHABI, July 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/
-- Every year on 30 April, International Jazz Day is
celebrated around the world, honouring the sound of artistic
freedom. UNESCO Director-General Audrey
Azoulay and UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Herbie Hancock are pleased to announce that
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates,
will serve as the Global Host of the 2025 edition of International
Jazz Day.
Abu Dhabi, United
Arab Emirates, has been selected as the Global Host City for
International Jazz Day 2025.
"International Jazz Day heads to Abu Dhabi in 2025, infusing new energy and
basking in the mélange of cultures. The celebration in this
cosmopolitan city will embody the power of jazz to unite and
delight in our shared humanity."
Audrey Azoulay, Director-General
of UNESCO
"Jazz is a language of unity and a beacon of
hope that continues to inspire new generations of artists from all
corners of the globe. In Abu
Dhabi, a renowned group of international artists will join
us to share their musical vision, build bridges through the power
of music, and create harmony in our diverse world."
Herbie Hancock, UNESCO Goodwill
Ambassador
Presented in partnership with the Department of Culture and
Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu
Dhabi), the celebration will be anchored around its cultural
heritage defined as a tapestry of an Arab and Emirati culture.
Classical instruments like Oud, Qanoon and Ney will introduce
global audiences to 'Arabic Jazz'. As the 2025 Global Host City,
Abu Dhabi, the UNESCO Creative
City of Music, will showcase the interplay of local musical
traditions and Jazz dating back decades.
"We are honored that Abu Dhabi has been selected as the Global Host
for the 2025 edition of International Jazz Day. This recognition
underscores our city's thriving music scene and unwavering
commitment to cultural diversity and artistic excellence. As a
UNESCO Creative City of Music, Abu
Dhabi has long been a beacon of musical innovation, where
traditional Arabian melodies blend seamlessly with global genres,
creating a vibrant and unique cultural tapestry. Hosting
International Jazz Day reaffirms our dedication to the arts and
provides a global stage to showcase our dynamic music scene. Our
city consistently celebrates and nurtures musical talent from
around the world."
HE Mohamed Al Mubarak, Chairman
of DCT Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi's investment in the
culture sector has transformed the city into a global destination
for arts and creativity, attracting world-class cultural
institutions while also supporting home-grown institutions and its
Arabic roots.
Along with the concert, educational programmes and community
outreach are key features of the Day. On 30 April, Abu Dhabi will bring musical education to
local schools across the city. Higher-education institutions like
Berklee Abu Dhabi and New York
University Abu Dhabi and other UAE-based universities will
also open their doors, offering workshops and masterclasses in
their lecture halls, exhibition spaces and auditoriums. Special
attention will be paid to the participation of young musicians,
encouraging them to cultivate their interest in music and pursue a
career in jazz.
Established by the General Conference of UNESCO in 2011 and
recognized by the United Nations General Assembly, International
Jazz Day brings together countries and communities worldwide every
30 April. The day pays tribute to the art form of jazz, its
capacity to bring people together, and its power to promote
dialogue, freedom of expression, as well as respect for human
rights and diversity.
The global movement has reached more than 2 billion people on
all continents through education programmes, performances,
community outreach and online platforms. The Herbie Hancock
Institute of Jazz is the lead nonprofit organization charged with
planning, promoting, and producing International Jazz Day each
year.
To learn more about International Jazz Day and register events
on the official website, visit www.jazzday.com or
www.unesco.org/en/international-jazz-day.
About UNESCO
With 194 Member States, the
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
contributes to peace and security by leading multilateral
cooperation on education, science, culture, communication and
information. Headquartered in Paris, UNESCO has offices in 54 countries and
employs over 2300 people. UNESCO oversees more than 2000 World
Heritage sites, Biosphere Reserves and Global Geoparks; networks of
Creative, Learning, Inclusive and Sustainable Cities; and over 13
000 associated schools, university chairs, training and research
institutions. Its Director-General is Audrey Azoulay. More
information: www.unesco.org.
About the Herbie Hancock Institute of
Jazz
The Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz preserves,
perpetuates and expands jazz as a global art form, and utilizes
jazz as a means to unite people of all ages, backgrounds and
nationalities. The Institute is a nonprofit education organization
with a mission to offer the world's most promising young musicians
college level training by internationally acclaimed jazz masters
and to present public school music education programs for young
people around the world. More information:
www.hancockinstitute.org.
About the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi
The Department of
Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi
(DCT Abu Dhabi) drives the sustainable growth of Abu Dhabi's culture and tourism sectors, fuels
economic progress and helps achieve Abu
Dhabi's wider global ambitions. DCT Abu Dhabi cements the ecosystem around a
shared vision of the emirate's potential, and use the best tools,
policies, and systems to support the culture, creative and tourism
industries. More information:
dct.gov.ae
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