#international jazz day

[hancockinstitute]

Enjoy the 2024 International Jazz Day All-Star Global Concert HERE

[az-roser]

Just a Radio Demon and His Piano

Sooo I started this for International Jazz Day a few days ago but work was a nightmare and I couldn’t finish it in time I’M SORRY !!! Can we just pretend I posted this on 4/30 ? k thanks bye 😭

[duothelingo]

Click for a surprise 🥰

[nevadancitizen]

“do you think that the world can ever be fixed?

is [nevada] buried? did it ever exist?”

happy international jazz day from the worst jazz band in nevada!!!! kinda rushed but i like it :3 close ups under the cut

[lionofchaeronea]

Albert Ayler, publicity photo by Chuck Stewart for ABC/Impulse! Records during the recording of Love Cry at Capitol Studios, NYC, 1967-68

[cheddar-baby]

Better late than never but i decided to put together a playlist for international jazz day to celebrate :)

[kaiaden]

HAPPY NATIONAL JAZZ DAY

Who would celebrate this day better than Alastor?

Song: Party Like It’s 1920

By: The Swinghoppers and Wolfgang Lohr

[shadoedseptmbr]

it's apparently International Jazz Day so hey, in no particular order a few of my favorites:

[a-not-so-sure-artist]

Image dump of (sort of) brand new OCs I’ve made!

(subject to change in the future and all that 😁)

Meet Jada and the Jazzy Jamboree!

For some background: These guys were all meant to be throwaway doodles for International Jazz Day this year, but I never got the opportunity to post them because I got distracted and completely forgot about it until now!

To this day I’m still kinda bummed I never got the chance to post them then, but these designs were just too much fun to make to not ever show to anyone until next year soooo yeahg :•]

Dunno what their story is yet, though. Still working on that :’)

[barbielore]

In 2011, UNESCO declared April 30th International Jazz Day, as the end of Jazz Month (April) and to bring together people to celebrate and appreciate jazz culturally and in freedom of expression. This year's celebration is being held in Morocco!

If you search for "Jazz Barbie" most of what you find is the Jazz Baby collection featuring Barbie in the form of three cabaret dancers, a mistress of ceremonies, and the highlight of the collection, the Jazz Diva.

The Jazz Diva is the only doll in the collection who, well, isn't white. Which frankly is not a good look for a collection with "Jazz" in the name.

Actually, last time I talked about this collection, I also left out the Grand Dame, who was a one of a kind doll designed by Bill Greening for the 2007 convention. As a result there are publicity photos of her, but nothing else. (I like her backup dancers.)

In some small step in the right direction, Mattel included First Lady of Song Ella Fitzgerald in their Inspiring Women collection in 2020.

The brief bio on the front of the box describes her as "jazz singer" which is correct while also underselling her significantly.

[hancockinstitute]

Enjoy the 2024 International Jazz Day All-Star Global Concert HERE

[loublu8]

Drew my comfort characters from children’s media playing in a jazz band! Pippen as the singer (because singing is a character trait of her’s), Oona on the drums, Isabella on the bass, Seren on the trumpet (cause of that one Abadas episode) and Nina on the sax (cause of one random gag in the Game Catchers episode Scavenger Hunt where she finds a saxophone, can you tell i’m hyperfixated on these shows?)

This was supposed to be done for International Jazz Day but I got the idea for it and realised that’s what day it was the night before, so here it is two days later. Very proud of this piece, I think Seren on the trumpet the best one I drew.

[moment-japan]

Al Jarreau/Mas que nada

4月30日は国際ジャズ・デー。

ジャズをきっかけに世界の文化に対する理解を深め、発展途上国の子どもたちにジャズを伝え、平和や団結力といった教育につなげることを目的に2011年、ユネスコ総会で制定されました。

動画はジャズボーカリストのアル・ジャロウによるマシュケナダ。

ミュージシャンはぱっと見ただけでも、ピアノにジョー・サンプル、ベースはマーカス・ミラー、パーカッションはパウリーニョ・ダ・コスタ、ドラムスはスティーブ・ガットと物凄い面子。

この日は、全世界195のユネスコ加盟国と共に米国にある1986年設立のジャス専門教育機関であるセロニアス モンク インスティテュート オブ ジャズ（現：ハービー ハンコック インスティテュート オブ ジャズ）とユネスコが中心となって世界中でイベントが行われてます。

[47-possums-in-a-trenchcoat]

Words can't even explain how much I fucking hate jazz

Idek why I hate it so much just get your crazy fucking trumpet away from me I don't need this shit-

[rabbitcruiser]

International Jazz Day 

Join your community in appreciating and recognizing the rich culture and heritage of jazz. Visit a local jazz club, or revisit some of the greatest musicians in history.

International Jazz Day is a beautiful time to celebrate the gift of music and to come together as a community. It’s a chance to listen to a variety of musicians and hear their talents live all around the world.

Learning more about the day will help any musical enthusiast to appreciate all the benefits of listening to jazz. Music lovers from around the world will gather to attend jazz festivals, parties, and events to help celebrate the day and this specific type of music. Now is the perfect opportunity to take up a musical instrument such as the trumpet, saxophone, piano or clarinet and start to make music so one can understand what all the hype is about.

International Jazz Day highlights the ability for jazz to unite people from all walks of life and draw together folks from around the globe. No one is left out, as this day brings together artists, schools, communities, historians, academics, and jazz aficionados to raise awareness around this type of music and educate the public about the roots, impact, and future of jazz. There’s a deep-rooted message attached to this day of celebration, such as reinforcing international cooperation and communication.

It brings to light the need for intercultural dialogue and mutual understanding through one of the best ways possible, music. The power of the music will be apparent when participants view people of all backgrounds, forgetting about their differences and joining together to celebrate jazz. Any adverse circumstances from the past or present are suddenly forgotten or pushed aside, and people begin to focus on friendship, freedom, hope, and dignity instead.

The day itself is intended to promote peace, diversity, respect among different cultures, and highlight the need for human rights and dignity. The music itself addresses the desire for eliminating discrimination and promoting the freedom of expression. Youth are also encouraged to participate by enacting change and helping to foster gender equality. One will have the chance to experience how much life and love emerges when the day kicks off, and musicians from all over begin to jam and play their music.

History of International Jazz Day

It all began in 2011 when the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization declared International Jazz Day as an opportunity to give recognition to jazz music and state its role to unite people all around the globe. It’s been going strong ever since and people look forward to this day each year when music lovers from around the world can share in the experience of listening to and making jazz music.

The idea itself emerged from jazz pianist and UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Herbie Hancock. Together, the UNESCO Director-General and Hancock chair the event and ensure people from all over come out to participate in the celebration each year. Cities such as Paris, New Orleans, and New York were some of the first to begin to educate the public on the event and draw excitement to Jazz Day.

The Host City goes as far as to organize an All-Star Global Concert which brings together over two-dozen jazz musicians from all parts of the world in or around a historical landmark. It’s interesting to know that the popularity of the day has grown immensely over the years. Now, nearly 200 countries participate in International Jazz Day.

You can visit just about any location and hear and experience jazz music at its finest. You’ll witness artists and onlookers expressing themselves in their own unique and individual way. Cape Town, South Africa is the Host City for 2020, so one should make a note of this if he or she wants to travel and see some of the best musicians perform their music live. Not only will there be music present at the event, but organizers are also planning an extensive educational and community outreach program for people to participate in and as a way for them to expand their knowledge.

How to Celebrate International Jazz Day

There are many ways for how people around the world can celebrate International Jazz Day. There is no right or wrong way to go about it, and all communities may have their unique take and twist on the day. For example, there may be live concerts and events to attend, and people might want to host their own parties.

Not only are there concerts and events taking place internationally, but many will also hold jam sessions and educational workshops and conferences, as well as organize community outreach programs. Anyone can locate and access jazz educational materials from the International Jazz Day website to help them run their event. The public shouldn’t be afraid to insert themselves in the conversation and start an event or discussion around the topic to help create awareness around the day.

The common denominator is that there will be a lot of jazz music to be heard and played. It’s an opportunity for those unfamiliar with this type of music to get more acquainted with it and learn about its roots and history. One can witness people of all ages and backgrounds moving to the music and enjoying themselves while the performers work hard to put on a show that anyone can appreciate.

International Jazz Day is undoubtedly a celebration to be aware of and take part in if a person is looking to expand their horizons and musical knowledge. There’s so much to see and take in around the globe when this day rolls around. There will be no choice but to participate in some sort of event that’s happening in the area. It’s a time to appreciate the musicians and their talents and bring people together to experience this particular type of music without any judgment.

Go ahead and give one of these events or jam sessions a try and see for oneself how engaging jazz music is and witness its ability to bring together people from across the globe and find common ground. Let this year be the year that people let their guards down and allow themselves to experience the day by listening, conversing, and moving their bodies to the wonderful sounds of jazz.

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