Experience International Jazz Day at Dubai Opera

Prepare yourself for an unforgettable evening of swing, soul, and pure jazz

This International Jazz Day, music lovers are invited to experience a once-in-a-lifetime tribute to one of the most iconic record labels in history, Blue Note Records.

Celebrating 85 legendary years, this exclusive concert will light up the stage at Dubai Opera with timeless sounds and world-class performances led by award-winning bandleader Peter Long.

The heartbeat of Jazz

Since its founding in 1939, Blue Note Records has been the spiritual home of jazz.

From cool bebop to hard-hitting fusion, the label has launched and nurtured the careers of the genre’s most influential figures including John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock, and countless others.

This tribute concert promises to take audiences on a captivating journey through the label’s illustrious legacy, breathing fresh life into classic tracks like So What, All Blues, Cantaloupe Island, and Speak No Evil.

Meet the all-star ensemble

Get ready for a powerhouse lineup of international jazz talent:

Peter Long – Alto sax and musical director, known for his high-energy performances and deep jazz knowledge

Freddie Hendrix – Virtuoso trumpet player with rich, soulful tone

Abraham Burton – Tenor sax dynamo bringing raw emotion and fire

Thomas Bramerie – Renowned bassist with impeccable groove

Sebastian De Krom – Dynamic drummer known for his swinging finesse

Sara Oschlag – Jazz vocalist with a velvet voice and sharp phrasing

Danny Grissett – Pianist extraordinaire, blending tradition with modern sophistication

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