International Jazz Day 2025: Abu Dhabi becomes a jazz capital!

International Jazz Day 2025: Abu Dhabi becomes a jazz capital!

Abu Dhabi, Vereinigte Arabische Emirate - On April 30, 2025, the International Jazz Day will be celebrated for the 14th time worldwide. This special day, initiated by UNESCO, unites over 190 countries and brings people together through the universal language of jazz. The highlight of the celebrations takes place in Abu Dhabi, a UNESCO Creative City of Music, which was chosen as a global host city. As [ots] reported, in addition to concerts, education and cultural initiatives are also on the program.

The UNESCO and Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz lead the organization of this important event. UNESCO General Director Audrey Azoulay emphasizes the cultural diversity and connecting power of jazz and emphasizes its role in promoting peace, intercultural dialogue and respect for human dignity. The international jazz day reaches over 2 billion people annually and offers a platform for master classes, jam sessions and workshops in various institutions worldwide, including the Louvre Abu Dhabi and Nyu Abu Dhabi.

diverse events in Abu Dhabi

In the five weeks before the international jazz day, the audience awaits a varied series of jazz appearances and educational programs in Abu Dhabi. At the highlight of the celebrations, the All-Star Global Concert takes place in the Etihad Arena. Under the direction of Herbie Hancock, the event of Jeremy Irons is moderated and offers a stage for a wide range of artists, including famous names such as Dee Dee Bridgewater, Kurt Elling and Arturo Sandoval.

The concert is broadcast live via Untv, UNESCO, and various social media, which means that fans can take part in the world. In addition, other artists will be announced in the coming weeks that will be part of this extraordinary evening.

The contribution from jazz to society

jazz, who has played an essential role since its introduction as an international jazz day in 2011, is more than just music. It is seen as an instrument for empathy, dialogue and human dignity. The celebrations promote appreciation for this art form and show their positive influence on the world. How [UNESCO] has significantly to combat discrimination and racism contributed and strengthened the communities that live and love him.

Abu Dhabi will not only host the international jazz day, but also as part of the cultural burial, which takes place at the same time, bring leading personalities from the cultural and creative industry. The event is supported by the Doris Duke Foundation and United Airlines.

The mission to preserve and promote jazz as a global art form remains firmly in the hands of the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz, which is commissioned to promote young talents and give them the opportunity to develop their musical skills.

For more information about events and the celebrations, a visit to the website [jazzDay.com] and [UNESCO] .