Dee Dee Bridgewater, Bisera Veletanlić, Dennis Chambers: The 8th Annual Made In New York Jazz Festival in Montenegro

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Known for its impressive lineups of world-class musicians that gather to play together an all-star event, this year is no exception. Dee Dee Bridgewater, Bisera veletanlić, Dennis Chambers, Santi Debriano, Ashley Pezzotti, Aaron Goldberg, Alexis Baro, Vasil Hadzimanov, Yaacov Mayman, Sule Jovovich, Goran Potich.

New York, NY (PRUnderground) May 9th, 2023

The Made In New York Jazz Competition and Festival, powered by Porto Montenegro, the premier luxury marina and residential destination, in partnership with Rabbit Records announces the 8th Annual Made In New York Jazz Festival / Montenegro taking place in the beautiful coastal area of the Country, Tivat and the capital city of Montenegro, Podgorica, from June 16th to 18th, 2023.

Known for its impressive lineups of world-class musicians that gather to play together an all-star event, this year is no exception. Dee Dee Bridgewater, Bisera veletanlić, Dennis Chambers, Santi Debriano, Ashley Pezzotti, Aaron Goldberg, Alexis Baro, Vasil Hadzimanov, Yaacov Mayman, Sule Jovovich, Goran Potich.

The festival also welcomes two very special guests: the legendary Triple Grammy® Winner, TONY® Winner, UN Goodwill Ambassador, ASCAP Champion, and NEA Jazz Master Dee Dee Bridgewater, as well as the legendary singer from the Balkans, Bisera Veletanlić. The festival promises to be a memorable experience for all attendees

The main events of the festival will take place across three venues:

  • June 16: Synchro Stage, Tivat
  • June 17: Live at Sejdefa, Podgorica
  • June 18: The Capital Plaza, Podgorica

Michael Brovkine, Founder of the Made In New York Jazz Brand, highlights the unifying power of the festival: “By showcasing an all-star lineup, we’re not only attracting a diverse audience from the region and around the world, but also uniting some of the most exceptional musicians who will share the stage for a once-in-a-lifetime collaboration and a captivating program.”

Vladimir Maras, the Affiliate Director of the Made In New York Jazz Festival, expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming event: “The 8th Annual Made In New York Jazz Festival in Montenegro promises to be a spectacular musical extravaganza, featuring a remarkable array of talented artists. We have no doubt that this year’s festival will exceed expectations and create an indelible impact on everyone who attends the events.”

In just eight years, the Made In New York Jazz Festival has become a significant cultural event not only for Montenegro but the entire Balkan region. The festival has successfully showcased the rich heritage and vibrant spirit of jazz music, attracting thousands of music lovers and fostering a sense of unity and togetherness among the diverse communities in the region. The Made In New York Jazz Festival prides itself on featuring a diverse and international blend of performers, bringing together legendary artists from the United States and special guests from around the globe, alongside talented regional musicians from Montenegro, Serbia, Croatia, and more. This unique fusion of musical styles and backgrounds creates a rich tapestry of jazz, showcasing the very best the genre has to offer and promoting cross-cultural collaboration and understanding.

By providing a platform for local musicians from the region to share the stage with global jazz artists, the festival highlights the impressive talent and potential of the Balkan jazz scene while fostering creative exchange and mutual respect among the artists. The Made In New York Jazz Festival’s commitment to inclusivity and diversity has been a driving force behind its success and has helped to establish the event as a key player in the global jazz community, attracting both musicians and jazz enthusiasts from far and wide.

“Porto Montenegro, Rabbit Records and all our partners’ dedication to supporting the Made In New York Jazz Festival demonstrates their commitment to enriching the local community and fostering artistic talent in the region.” Says Michael Brovkine

Since December 2022, the Made In New York Jazz Festival has been recognized by the Montenegrin Ministry of Culture and Media as an event of national cultural importance. This prestigious designation underscores the strong cultural partnership and support from the Government of Montenegro paving the way for a bright and collaborative future in celebrating and promoting jazz and culture in the region.

About Made In New York Jazz Competition and Festival

Featuring a worldwide audience of jazz fans, as well as a slate of musicians from dozens of countries, the Made In New York Jazz became a landmark brand of New York introducing it’s first-ever online jazz competition in 2013, International Jazz Gala in New York City in 2014, Made In new York Jazz Festival Montenegro in 2016, Made In New York Jazz Cafe & Bar in 2019. Made In New York Jazz Competition is the number one jazz competition on Google, Yahoo and Bing – out of millions results

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