Pat Metheny, Snarky Puppy and Cécile McLorin Salvant, among the figures of the 2025 International Jazz Festival
The Colsubsidio Theater presented the lineup for the upcoming 2025 International Jazz Festival, which will take place from September 9 to 21 in Bogotá.
The lineup includes international acts Pat Metheny, Snarky Puppy, Cécile McLorin Salvant, Zaccai Curtis Quartet, and Chris Potter Trio from the United States.
The fifth edition of the jazz competition will feature Colombian talents Felipe Cárdenas "Tambor Supreme" and the Nicolás Gámez quintet.
In addition to the varied musical offerings, the festival includes special events such as the "College Big Band Gathering" on September 9 and the "Jazz Camp 2025 Closing Concert" on September 14.
It's worth noting that the Jazz Camp is a program developed with jazz students, where a performance is held with ensembles directed by the designated artists, and whose repertoire is presented in the closing concert.
Since its creation in 2021, the festival has positioned itself as one of the most important of its kind in Bogotá , along with the Teatro Libre Jazz Festival, thanks to its academic programming and guest artists.
Jazz singer Cécile McLorin Salvant. Photo: Courtesy Teatro Colsubsidio
- Pat Metheny, guitarist and composer, is one of the most innovative musicians and influential figures in the history of modern jazz. Throughout his career, he has fused jazz, folk, Latin American music, progressive rock, and electronica, and has won 20 Grammy Awards in 12 different categories. A must-see for contemporary jazz lovers, the performance will take place on September 18th.
- Snarky Puppy: A band known for their sound that fuses jazz, funk, rock, R&B, and gospel. Their structure is fluid, with a rotating repertoire of up to 25 musicians, allowing for constant creative renewal and vibrant musical interaction. Their performance will take place on September 19th.
- Cécile McLorin Salvant: composer, singer, and visual artist who has won three consecutive Grammy Awards for Best Jazz Vocal Album. Her unique style is distinguished by her ability to unearth forgotten songs from jazz, blues, folk, and cabaret and breathe new life into them. Her concert will be on September 12.
- Zaccai Curtis: American pianist, composer, and producer joins the festival with his mastery of fusing traditional jazz with Afro-Cuban rhythms. He recently won the 2025 Grammy Award for Best Latin Jazz Album. His performance will be on September 13.
- Chris Potter Trio: One of the most versatile and respected saxophonists in contemporary jazz, renowned for his ability to move between different musical styles. This is the closing concert of the festival on September 20.
- Felipe Cárdenas: A Bogotá-based saxophonist and arranger, he has collaborated with groups such as ChocQuibTown and Monsieur Periné, and his signature style is evident in the fusion of jazz with a variety of tropical music. He will be at the festival on September 10.
- Nicolás Gámez Quintet: A Colombian electric bassist recognized for his versatility in the jazz scene, he has participated in major festivals in the country such as Estéreo Picnic, Jazz al Parque, and Rock al Parque. He performs on September 17th.
International Jazz Festival Program Photo: Courtesy of Teatro Colsubsidio
Tickets for all concerts at the fifth edition of the International Jazz Festival are available at TuBoleta.com and at the Teatro Colsubsidio box office.
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