The greatest emotions of the summer with Umbria Jazz 2019 in Perugia
We could refer to the stories of those summer evenings in the historic center of Perugia, in the company of the blues notes of the immense Riley B. King. It is still possible to retrace and sing the sweet piano melodies of Keith Jarrett. Or again, you could relive the emotions of goose bumps by listening to the chords of Sting and Eric Clapton. The stories of the extraordinary pages experienced by one of the most famous musical events in the world can certainly help to give an idea of what we are talking about. But another thing is to live directly that whirlwind of sensations that only the international Jazz festival offers since 1973. That’s why, with the summer approaching, it is natural to think about the arrival of Umbria Jazz 2019 in Perugia.
Every word used to describe what is Umbria Jazz International Festival seems reductive in relation to the magnitude of this event. That’s why it becomes easy to choose when to visit this region and therefore the city of Perugia. There is nothing better than doing it during the expected and close month of July. Yes, because even the Umbria Jazz 2019 dates will develop in those moments of the year in which you only expect to spend open-air evenings between music and fun. A regular event for jazz lovers, as well as music in general. A mandatory experience for those who want to get to know one of the most important events on the music scene.
A tradition for this city of Umbria that will return on time with its 46th edition from 12 to 21 July 2019. The international artists of Umbria Jazz 2019 have the task of confirming an announced success. Electric and melodic jazz accords will resound in the most suggestive corners of Perugia:
- Arena di Santa Giuliana
- Teatro Pavone
- Oratorio Santa Cecilia
- Piazza IV Novembre
- Giardini Carducci
- San Francesco al Prato
Short story of the Umbria Jazz Festival History
There is no doubt that talking about Umbria Jazz means paying homage to Carlo Pagnotta. From the insights of this man, in fact, what is now considered one of the most important music festivals in the world was born. It was the month of August 1973 when this merchant and music enthusiast organized the concerts of Aktuala and the orchestra of Thad Jones and Mel Lewis, inaugurating the event. Perugia was not the only venue for the first editions of the jazz festival. During those years a sort of itinerant Umbria Jazz was chosen among various cities.
The unexpected immediate success aroused, however, began to create many logistical and organizational problems. It seems that too many people were every year ready to visit Umbria during the Umbria Jazz Festival. Those present swear that it even happened that it was impossible for the artists to reach the stage blocked by the crowd in anticipation!
This is why since 1982 we arrived at the definitive and current formula of Umbria Jazz Festival. The whole historical center of Perugia was elected as a real stage for extraordinary concerts. Another important innovation was the consideration towards other musical genres; not just jazz then, but interesting “excursions” even in black and pop-rock music. A new look that has allowed Perugia to have performances of giants of music like Elton John, Carlos Santana and Eric Clapton.
Umbria Jazz 2019 in Perugia. How to participate and whole program of the most awaited event in Umbria
The dates from 12th to 21st July 2019 will be a unique opportunity to admire Perugia in its most lively and particular period.
An atmosphere to live to understand how it is so special and sought after both for international musicians and for all music and art lovers. The edition of Umbria Jazz 2019 in Perugia proposes a program full of great names:
- Thom Yorke
- Paolo Conte
- Chick Corea
- Diana Krall
- Lauryn Hill
- Alex Britti e Max Gazzè
- Gino Paoli
The certainties will be the pleasant evening walks along the historic center in the company of the innumerable notes of jazz. During the daily stops in Piazza IV Novembre or in the Carducci Gardens you can attend the many free concerts of Umbria Jazz program 2019. A total of 280 events, located in historic and new locations. Events for children with the UJ4Kids workshops and opportunities to meet for lunch and dinner at the Bottega del vino or at the Taverna, or with the aperitif in music.
Dates and line up of the performances and concerts of Umbria Jazz 2019
Friday 12th July
- Santa Giuliana Arena main stage 9.00 pm: Robben Ford Band, popular guitarist with a strong mix of heart and blues technique.
- Arena di Santa Giuliana 9.00 pm: Max Gazzè – Alex Britti – Manu Katchè and Falvio Boltro with “We’re on a mission for God”. A concert that will bring together artists to compose an extraordinary formation with voices, guitars, basses and trumpets.
Saturday 13th July 2019
- Morlacchi Theater 5.00 pm: Gino Paoli with “A long story”. Sixty years of career to celebrate together with the Perugia Chamber Orchestra. There will be also Danilo Rea and the jazz notes of Rita Marcotulli, Ares Tavolazzi and Alfredo Golino.
- Santa Giuliana Arena 9.00 pm: Diana Krall with Joe Lovano. Krall returns to Umbria Jazz and will combine her elegant sax style with one of the greatest contemporary jazz musicians.
Sunday 14th July 2019
- Santa Giuliana Arena main stage 9.30pm: Paolo Conte with “50 years of Azzurro”. Space for the Italian song with a great performer for over fifty years. An artist born with jazz and who has enriched his songs with an unmistakable style.
Tuesday 16th July 2019
- Santa Giuliana Arena 9.00 pm: Chick Corea & Spanish Heart Band. Eight members for the band of an incredible artist who won 22 Grammys and was awarded the NEA Jazz Master!
Thursay 18th July 2019
- Morlacchi Theater 10.00 pm: Dianne Rieves feat Peter Marti, Romero Lubambo Reginald Veal and Terreon Gully. At Umbria Jazz 2019 in Perugia the queen artist of 2018. She had the nomination to NEA Jazz Master and already winner of the Grammy for the best soundtrack in a film by Clooney.
Saturday 20th July 2019
- Santa Giuliana Arena 9.00 pm: Thom Yorke with “Tomorrow’s Modern Boxes”. The British singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and historian frontman of Radiohead will perform songs from his solo works. Special Guest Andrea Belfi.
Sunday 21st July 2019
- Santa Giuliana Arena grand finale with Ms. Lauryn Hill. No doubt one of the most influential artistic personalities of the last 30 years.
To discover all the incredible events of Umbria Jazz 2019 in Perugia and hot to buy tickets you can consult the official website of the Fesitval!
There are no more doubts! The most beautiful summer is in Umbria with the sound of Jazz in the historic center of Perugia!
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