M.M.Khanna,INVC,
Chandigarh,
Monte Carlo is all set to host its 8th Jazz festival from 26th to 30th November, 2013. As this year marks the 150th anniversary of the Société des Bains de Mer (SBM), the Jazz Festival will be exceptional and fascinating with a number of legends and new talents on the stage. The 5 days prestigious festival will take place at the famous venue Salle Garnier Opera House, a part of Monte Carlo’s history; will be filled with the spirit of jazz and witness a brimming musical experience. The festival intend to celebrate the magical music of Jazz was started in 2006 to honor the history of music in the Principality of Monaco which dates back 150 years. With booming acclaims every year, Monte Carlo SBM with its partners Rolex and Audi will be playing an emcee to some internationally renowned jazz artist. The festival which will take place towards the end of November will have the following in the house –
26th November: Brad Mehldau and Mark Guiliana will open the festival by sharing their new creation Mehliana which assures to take to the borders of jazz. The night will be rocked by the guitar giants Juan Carmona and Larry Coryell Quartet,whose different styles will feature everything from flamenco to blues.
27th November: After as outstanding performance in 2008 with Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra, Marcus Miller will be back with a fresh new collaboration directed by Damon Gupton. The Jazzman will be seen sharing the stage with young talents.
28th November: The performance of the 1970’s legendary bands Remember Shakti, will mark 40 years of friendship between John McLaughlin and Zakir Husain; will be one of the biggest events of the festival this year. With John McLaughlin on the guitar, Zakir Husain on the tabla, Shankar Mahadevan on vocals, Uppalapu Shrinivas on the mandolin and Viniyakram Selvaganeshon the kanjira, the renowned groupadding jazz elements and will create magical moments.
29th November: The promising new generation of Jazz like Raphael Gualazzi, Eric Legnini, Kellylee Evans will be seen showcasing their talents with explosive and passionate performances.
30th November: The day will celebrate Jazz with esteemed performances from the cornerstone of funk music – Maceo Parker, greatest artist in contemporary soul – James Hunter and the harmonic player – Charles Pasi.
