About:
Founded in 1980, the Festival International de Jazz de Montreal is one of the premier jazz events in the world. It features performances by some of the best jazz musicians and bands from around the globe, as well as workshops and other activities encouraging involvement between artists, promoters, and fans.
Famous For:
The Festival International de Jazz de Montreal is known for its incredible lineup of musicians and bands from around the world. It also offers a variety of activities for fans, such as workshops, conferences, and conversations with experts.
Creation Purpose:
The Festival International de Jazz de Montreal was founded by Alain Simard, Andre Menard, and Remi Jean LeBlanc, the three friends wanted to bring attention to jazz music and create a platform for the genre in all its forms. The founders were inspired by iconic jazz festivals like Newport Jazz Festival and Montreux Jazz Festival, which had been hugely successful in France and Switzerland respectively.
Fun Facts:
The first edition of the festival in 1980 had over 500,000 attendees.
It is the world’s largest jazz festival, attracting over 2 million people yearly.
Over 3,000 musicians from more than 30 countries have played at the festival since its inception.
In 2013, it was designated a Major International Event by Canadian Heritage and received $15 million in funding over five years.
Impact on the Music Industry:
The festival has been dubbed "the largest jazz festival in the world" by Guinness World Records due to its massive audience turnout. The festival also provides a platform for emerging talent, giving them an opportunity to perform alongside seasoned veterans.
Festival was scheduled from 28 Jun to 08 Jul 2017 (10 day(s)).
Festival International De Jazz De Montreal takes place in Montréal, Canada. Here is the full address of the festival: 1275 St-Antoine Ouest Montreal, QC, Canada H3C 5L2
Ludovico Einaudi, Pink Martini, Rosalía, King Crimson, Jacob Collier, Carly Rae Jepsen, Buddy Guy, Melissa Etheridge, Caravan Palace, Apashe, Joss Stone, Walk Off the Earth, Anderson .Paak, Gipsy Kings, Charlotte Cardin, Jesse Cook, Thievery Corporation, Lola Marsh, Four Tops, Bill Frisell, Matt Andersen, Wax Tailor, The Strumbellas, Rodrigo Amarante, Harry Manx.
The most popular genres and subgenres of the past edition were:
jazz
rock
folk
instrumental
contemporary jazz
experimental
indie
piano
post-bop
fusion
alternative
indie rock
acoustic
free jazz
jazz fusion
rnb
indie pop
chillout
dance