Jazz is coming back to the city this April Weekend as City of Derry Jazz Festival launched in the cities newest establishment The Bishops Gate Hotel.
the launch of the City of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival – with four days of the very best live music set to transform your May Bank Holiday Weekend, April 28-May 2.
Details of the programme were revealed today by Derry City and Strabane District Council and topping the bill for the entertainment extravaganza is one of the most renowned names in the Jazz music scene, Roy Ayers.
Known as the Godfather of Neo-soul, Ayers’ inimitable style spans the genres as well as the generations as an iconic figure in jazz, soul and R&B. And his music has been sampled by some of the biggest contemporary stars including 50 Cent, Tupac, Ice Cube and Mary J Blige.
Vibrophonist and vocalist Ayers will be heading up an impressive array of talent, with over 200 performers taking to stages in over 80 venues across the northwest for the biggest event of its kind here.
ver 40,000 people descend on the city annually for the local music event of the year.
So it looks like it's gonna be a great weekend of Jazz in the city so keep April 28th to May 2nd free in your diaries...
the launch of the City of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival – with four days of the very best live music set to transform your May Bank Holiday Weekend, April 28-May 2.
Details of the programme were revealed today by Derry City and Strabane District Council and topping the bill for the entertainment extravaganza is one of the most renowned names in the Jazz music scene, Roy Ayers.
Known as the Godfather of Neo-soul, Ayers’ inimitable style spans the genres as well as the generations as an iconic figure in jazz, soul and R&B. And his music has been sampled by some of the biggest contemporary stars including 50 Cent, Tupac, Ice Cube and Mary J Blige.
Vibrophonist and vocalist Ayers will be heading up an impressive array of talent, with over 200 performers taking to stages in over 80 venues across the northwest for the biggest event of its kind here.
ver 40,000 people descend on the city annually for the local music event of the year.
So it looks like it's gonna be a great weekend of Jazz in the city so keep April 28th to May 2nd free in your diaries...
See Full Line Up For City of Derry Jazz Festival on cityofderryjazzfestival.com
Launching the programme Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District, Councillor Elisha McCallion, said she was looking forward to a fantastic weekend. “There is no doubt that the Jazz Festival weekend is possibly the highlight of the year for us in terms of visitor experiences. The place just comes alive with music and the buzz about the streets is incredible.
“I think that what makes it so appealing is that there are events for all ages, so while we always attract a dedicated Jazz audience, there’s plenty of entertainment on offer for families and music lovers of all kinds.
“The programme this year is as always packed full of talent from home and abroad, and I’m looking forward to what promises to be a busy weekend for visitors and a booming time for local businesses.”
Jazz programmes will be available from entertainment venues across the northwest, and online at cityofderryjazzfestival.com. For all the latest news and event updates check out DerryJazzFestival on Facebook, or follow us on Twitter @derryjazzfest
For details on any remaining accommodation deals over the Jazz Festival contact www.visitderry.com
“I think that what makes it so appealing is that there are events for all ages, so while we always attract a dedicated Jazz audience, there’s plenty of entertainment on offer for families and music lovers of all kinds.
“The programme this year is as always packed full of talent from home and abroad, and I’m looking forward to what promises to be a busy weekend for visitors and a booming time for local businesses.”
Jazz programmes will be available from entertainment venues across the northwest, and online at cityofderryjazzfestival.com. For all the latest news and event updates check out DerryJazzFestival on Facebook, or follow us on Twitter @derryjazzfest
For details on any remaining accommodation deals over the Jazz Festival contact www.visitderry.com
