30 April 2024 : Tangier, a city blending European and African influences, has a vibrant history of jazz music.
On 30 April 2024, Tangier, Morocco, will host the International Jazz Day Global Concert. It’s a big event celebrating jazz music from all over the world. People will gather in Tangier to enjoy performances from famous jazz musicians. If you can’t be there in person, you can still watch the concert online through various websites. It’s a day to celebrate the wonderful music of jazz in a beautiful city like Tangier.
Tangier, a city blending European and African influences, has a vibrant history of jazz music. Famous jazz stars like Josephine Baker, Ornette Coleman, Herbie Mann, and Archie Shepp have performed there.
On April 30, a special concert called the All-Star Global (Claudia Acuna, Richard Bona, Ambrose Akinmusire) Concert will be broadcast live from Tangier’s Palace of Arts and Culture. You can watch it on YouTube, Facebook, as well as through the United Nations and UNESCO websites. It’s expected to be seen by millions around the world.
Leading up to the big concert, you can join free online classes on jazz at jazzday.com, as well as on the International Jazz Day YouTube and Facebook pages. These classes are taught by respected musicians and educators, and they’re available in different languages. They’re designed for learners of all levels, showing just how important and interesting jazz can be.
