Copenhagen is a long-standing favourite for Jazz enthusiasts from all over the world. And from the 3rd to the 12th July 2009 there will be the city’s 31st annual Jazz Festival, welcoming hundreds of artists to perform the best of all Jazz genres in the Danish capital. The main event on Saturday 4th July will be the ‘Sing the Truth’ tribute to Nina Simone at the Concert Hall, featuring Dianne Reeves, Angelique Kidjo, Lizz Wright and Nina Simone’s daughter; Simone. The orchestra will be conducted by the legend’s own favourite, Al Schackman. Other highlights include the solo piano concert by Chick Corea on Sunday 5th July at the Royal Danish Theatre and the 25th anniversary celebration of ‘Aura’, created by Danish musician Palle Mikkelborg.
Clubs and small cafes are a vital part of the festival. Performances start all over town in the mornings and continue throughout the day. The most internationally renowned jazz cub in the city is the Copenhagen Jazz House and other great venues are Plaenen in Tivoli Gardens and The Playhouse theatre on the
waterfront. For a full programme and information on tickets visit www.jazzfestival.dk
