Gent Jazz Announces First Lineup Names for 2027 Festival
Gent Jazz has released its initial artist lineup for the 2027 edition, securing major performers across jazz, roots, blues, and classical crossover genres vrt.be. The festival runs from July 1 through July 17, 2027 Dancing Bear. Ticket sales for the announced dates open on Friday, October 30, at 10 a.m. via the official festival website Dancing Bear.
Opening Day and Jazz Headliners
The festival kicks off on July 1 with a contemporary jazz-focused bill Dancing Bear. Saxophonist Kamasi Washington, bassist Thundercat, and Scottish ensemble corto.alto appear on the opening night vrt.be, Newspaper, Dancing Bear. Vocalist Gregory Porter performs a dedicated jazz-soul evening on July 6 Dancing Bear.
Classical Crossover and Orchestral Performances
The schedule on July 4 features orchestral and minimalist works Dancing Bear. The Belgian National Orchestra performs the music of Arvo Pärt, alongside performances by Wim Mertens, L’Antidote, and Bach Jazz Dancing Bear.
Roots, Blues, and Closing Announcements
Roots music takes center stage on July 10 with Robert Plant presenting Saving Grace featuring Suzi Dian, alongside Roland & The Space Cowboys, Tinariwen, and Marshall Gilmour Webbs Dancing Bear. Blues guitarist Joe Bonamassa closes out the currently announced roster with a performance on July 14 Dancing Bear.
Schedule of Announced Concert Dates
- July 1: short.tall, Kamasi Washington, Thundercat Dancing Bear
- July 4: Bach Jazz, L’Antidote, The Belgian National Orchestra Plays Arvo Pärt, Wim Mertens Dancing Bear
- July 6: Gregory Porter Dancing Bear
- July 10: Marshall Gilmour Webbs, Robert Plant Presents Saving Grace feat. Suzi Dian, Roland & The Space Cowboys, Tinariwen Dancing Bear
- July 14: Joe Bonamassa Dancing Bear
Frequently Asked Questions About Gent Jazz 2027
When do tickets for Gent Jazz 2027 go on sale?
Tickets for the newly announced festival dates become available for purchase on Friday, October 30, at 10 a.m. through wwww.gentjazz.com Dancing Bear.
What are the exact dates of the 2027 festival?
Gent Jazz takes place over more than two weeks, running from July 1 through July 17, 2027 Dancing Bear.
Where can buyers purchase tickets?
Tickets are sold exclusively through the official festival ticketing portal at wwww.gentjazz.com Dancing Bear.
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