GLASGOW Jazz Festival has unveiled its programme for 2024, with performances from some of the biggest names in jazz set to be hosted in the city this summer.
Taking place between June 19 and 23, there are more than 20 captivating events confirmed across Glasgow.
This year sees Glasgow Jazz Festival return to well-loved venues including the Mackintosh Church and Oran Mor in the west end, the city centre’s Nice N Sleazy, Saint Luke’s in the east end and The Glad Cafe in the southside.
The Glasgow Jazz Festival 2024 line-up showcases everything from the legendary to the up-and-coming, and promises an electrifying line-up that festival audiences have come to expect of the world-renowned event.
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At the east end’s iconic Saint Luke’s, the spotlight will shine on jazz luminary Bobby Watson and his quartet.
Making a triumphant return to Glasgow after a hiatus of more than a decade, the esteemed US saxophonist is best known for his unparalleled improvisational prowess.
Spiritual jazz act Mama Terra will recreate songs from the classic album Head Hunters by Herbie Hancock in their own sound, while kitti’s Caledonian Songbook pays homage to songs in the Scots tradition from Robert Burns right up to Paolo Nutini.
Winner of 2023 BBC Radio Scotland Young Jazz Musician of the Year, pianist Ben Shankland, also performs an afternoon show as well as the Glasgow Improvisers Orchestra who reunite with Orphy Robinson, one of the most engaging and influential voices in British jazz.
Jill Rodger, director of Glasgow Jazz Festival, said: “We are delighted that some of the biggest names in jazz will be joining us this summer.
“With over 20 confirmed events spread across the city, the 38th festival is set to be another iconic edition of this annual event.
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“This year’s line-up showcases everything from the legendary to the up-and-coming, promising an electrifying mix that festival audiences have come to expect from our event.
"We’re thrilled to present such an eclectic line-up of jazz luminaries at this year’s festival, from international to local talents, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.”
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