24/ HAPPY INTERNATIONAL JAZZ DAY

 Usually, I don´t feel involved in those “international days” which try to make people aware of something. Mainly, I don’t see the usefulness and, even more, the resources invested in those celebrations should be used in the causes they claim for. But this time is different.

Jazz is the universal language of diversity and inspiration. Although Jazz has born in USA it has no nationality, all around the world, people feel jazz, people play jazz. 

Jazz is a great lover, if jazz make love with other tune, a beautiful song will surely born. The essence of jazz is mixture and freedom despite the fact that it came out from slaves. There is no other artistic expression as free as jazz is. Jazz break harmony rules creating a new one. Jazz’s disorder is not a chaos. Many times, Jazz is composing during the performance, so improvisation can became a miracle sometimes.

Perhaps you think you don’t like jazz, well, I suggest you to take a walk through this empire of diversity, because there is a special jazz sound waiting for you.  

"Jazz has been a force for positive social transformation throughout its history, and it remains so today. This is why UNESCO created International Jazz Day. From its roots in slavery, this music has raised a passionate voice against all forms of oppression. It speaks a language of freedom that is meaningful to all cultures. The same goals guide UNESCO in its efforts to build bridges of dialogue and understanding between all cultures and societies." 

Irina Bokova, Director General


A brief history of jazz: