You simply cannot afford to miss the Montreal International Jazz Festival if you love this genre of music. Being the largest jazz festival in the world, it’s like Mecca for jazz fans. This year round, hundreds of renowned artists from all across the world will come together to treat over two million jazz fans. There will be as many as 1000 concerts and related events, including the much sought-after outdoor performances. Here is a quick look at the highlights.
A Peek into the 2015 Line-up
Like its previous edition, the Montreal International Jazz Festival 2015 is packed with iconic artists. Speaking of iconic, let us delight you by announcing that the 2015 line-up features Dee Dee Bridgewater. The three-time Grammy winning, UN ambassador, radio host is the queen of jazz music. Then we have Wayne Shorter, the standard-setter jazz saxophonist and composer; Al Di Meola, the guitar magician; and Jamie Cullum, the charmer. Bebel Gilberto, daughter of the legendary Joao Gilberto, will also be there. And guess who else is making headlines this year? Huey Lewis! If the music of the Eighties has a special place in your heart, don’t miss this performance. Huey Lewis and the News will perform on 1st July at Place des Arts’ Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier. For a detailed look at the line-up, you can visit the website www.montrealjazzfest.com.
Dates
26th June to 5th July, 2015
Location
Montréal – one of the loveliest cities in Québec province, Canada.
Important Information
- The first aid stations are at De Bleury Street, south of De Maisonneuve Boulevard and Clark Street, at the corner of De Montigny Street.
- If you misplace your belongings, contact L’Équipe Spectra at 514 288-1971 or email objetstrouves@equipespectra.
- Information KIOSKs are conveniently located at the corner of Jeanne-Mance and Ste. Catherine, and on the Place des Arts esplanade.
- Guests with limited mobility will have access to a specially designated area near the main stage on the Place des Festivals.
