The 4th Edition | Historic Jeddah
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About Jazz In Jeddah
Evolution from a local event to a national platform bridging local talent with the global music community.
About Jazz In Jeddah
Evolution from a local event to a national platform bridging local talent with the global music community.
Strategic Pillars
Production & Publishing
Empowerment & Song Writing
+60Artists
15Countries
Twinning with Global Festivals
Special Programs
"Women in Jazz" Soirée
Jazz Art Exhibition
First Saudi Jazz Album
JNJ Award
Guests & Lineup
Gordon Williams
Grammy Winner
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Gordon Williams
Grammy Winner
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Gordon Williams
Grammy Winner
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Gordon Williams
Grammy Winner
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Gordon Williams
Grammy Winner
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Gordon Williams
Grammy Winner
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Gordon Williams
Grammy Winner
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Gordon Williams
Grammy Winner
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The Jury
Chicho Valdes
World Class Artist
A seven-time Grammy and six-time Latin Grammy winner who defined modern Afro-Cuban Jazz, his portfolio includes founding the legendary band Irakere and collaborations with jazz titans such as his father Bebo Valdes, Chick Corea, and Herbie Hancock, as well as celebrated figures like Paquito D’Rivera, Arturo Sandoval, and Roy Hargrove.
Paul Pacifico
Music Comm CEO
The CEO of the Saudi Music Commission and a creative strategist who bridges music policy, education, and performance, his portfolio includes leadership roles at the Association of Independent Music (AIM) and collaborations with music legends such as Quincy Jones, Stevie Wonder, and Nile Rodgers, as well as global brands like Aston Martin and Coca-Cola.
Gordon Williams
Grammy Winner
A multiple Grammy winnerand artist that bridges Jazz, R&B, Hip Hop, and Soul, his portfolio includescollaborationswith music legends such as Quincy Jones, Aretha Franklin, and Earth, Wind & Fire, as well as modern icons like Amy Winehouse, Beyonce, Jay-Z, Alicia Keys, and Will Smith.
JNJ Award
A competition for international producers to blend Saudi heritage with global jazz rhythms.
Award's Terms & Conditions
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Twinning
Since 2005
Since 1981
Since 1980
Legacy
“First Saudi Jazz Album 2026” — creating authentic works by Saudi and international artists.
Legacy
Songwriting Workshop
Cultivating the next generation of composers
Partners & Media
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FAQ
It is a premier cultural festival that uniquely blends global jazz with Saudi Arabia’s authentic musical heritage.
The 2026 festival is hosted in the heart of the UNESCO-recognized Jeddah Historic District (Al-Balad).
We proudly partner with leading jazz festivals to foster global cultural and talent exchange.
Expect a world-class lineup featuring classic jazz, Afro-Cuban rhythms, Mediterranean music (takasiem), and our signature Saudi Fusion.
It is the seamless blending of free-flowing global jazz with the traditional instruments and soulful melodies of the Saudi Traditional Music.
Yes, JNJ 2026 will launch the first-ever collaborative Saudi Jazz Album featuring original tracks recorded during JNJ residencies and Talent Training Program.
It is a prestigious award for emerging musical innovators.
Through our partnership with the Music Commission at Ministry of Culture and other partners, we provide dedicated songwriting scholarships and intensive cross-cultural artist residencies.
Box office dates will be announced soon; please subscribe to our newsletter and follow our social channels for the earliest updates.
Yes, all main stage viewing areas and designated pathways within Al-Balad are designed to be fully accessible for everyone.