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Loading ...MONTREAL INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL 2009
Between the 30th of June and 12th of July, the City of Montreal, Canada comes alive with the biggest names in Jazz . Since its inclusion in the Guinness Book of World Records in 2004, the Montreal International Jazz Festival remains the largest Jazz Festival in the world with its expected 2 million visitors. 2009 is the 30th Anniversary of this event.
Over the Festival period there are around 500 concerts with 75% free to the public. The range of music styles covers Blues, Latin, Jazz, Brazilian, Cuban, African, Reggae and Electronica.
As befits this great festival, Montreal is blessed with the PLACE des ARTS, a magnificent performing arts centre in an area known as the Quartier des Spectacles, in downtown Montreal. The complex has five theatres for the indoor performances:
Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier
Theatre Maisinneuve
Theatre Jean-Duceppe
Cinquieme Salle
Studio Theatre
The esplanade in front of the Place des Arts with fountains and water cascades is one of the important outdoor sites during the Festival.
The Montreal International Jazz Festival consistently attracts top international talent, both established and up and coming artists.
The 125 performers for 2009 include the following main attractions:
Stevie Wonder
Dave Brubeck
Tony Bennett
Jamie Cullum
Wynton Marsalis
John Pizzarelli
Madeleine Peyroux
Chucko Valdes
Susie Arioli
Jeff Beck
Jackson Browne
Zachary Richard
Above all, the Montreal Jazz Festival is a family-friendly affair. The Festivals Outdoor Site is a great area for the family. The Parc Musical Rio Tinto Alcan provides a range of kids activities all day long. For the 21st year, the Grande-Place Stage will feature Jacques L’Heureux with the unforgettable character called Remi, together with La Bande Magnetik and the Festival Mascot Ste-Cat. Every day The Little School of Jazz is an interactive and educational introduction to jazz for the younger ones. Meanwhile the parents can enjoy the nearby bistros and the Festival Souvenir Boutiques.
During the Festival, Montreal’s 2-5 Star Hotels are offering excellent discount packages. Remember to book in advance.
At the moment (5th June 2009) the temperature in Montreal is 16 Degrees C and cloudy. By Festival time it could rise to 30 Degrees. Wear appropriate clothing and slap on the sun cream! In saying that, Montreal weather can be unpredictable and you may require a jacket. During the evenings it is best to be prepared and take a sweater or jacket.
The place to be this summer is definitely the Montreal International Jazz Festival, so go ahead and enjoy your visit to the Worlds biggest, international jazz festival.
Here is a link to the official site for any further information you may require: http://www.montrealjazzfest.com/default-en.aspx
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