International Jazz Day
When is International Jazz Day? This holiday is always celebrated on May 30
International Jazz Day is today. This May 30 holiday celebrates Jazz music and history, as well as Jazz musicians. Jazz music was born in America in the 1800s. Over the years, it has become popular around the world. Everyone has their favorite style of music, and many say Jazz is tops. Some people have a type of music that they do not like. But everyone likes and /or loves Jazz.
The birthplace and home of Jazz music is New Orleans, La. Until you visit New Orleans and attend a real Jazz show in an authentic setting, you can’t fully appreciate the culture and beauty of this great style of music.
Enjoy International Jazz Day by sitting back and listening to your favorite Jazz tunes. Preferably, listen to them today as they are being played by a live jazz band.
Did You Know? There is a second holiday with the same title. An International Jazz Day was also created by the United Nations.
How to Celebrate and Participate in International Jazz Day
How can we celebrate and participate in International Jazz Day?
- Attend a jazz concert.
- Listen to the music.
- If you are a music teacher, hold a jazz concert today.
- Take lessons in the trumpet, saxophone, or other common jazz instruments.
Today's Quote
“I urge all young people to go for their dreams. If they do, many of the world’s problems will be solved.” – – Michael Jackson
History and Origin of International Jazz Day
In 1991, D. Michael Denny, a musician and bandleader, created International Jazz Day. At the time, he was on the Board of Directors of the New Jersey Jazz Society.
In 1991, a statement was recorded in the U.S. Congressional Record recognizing the creation of International Jazz Day. This holiday was originally celebrated on the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend. Somewhere in the early 200s, it was changed to be a May 30 holiday.
This Day in History
Besides International Jazz Day, here are some of the things that happened on this day:
- During the Hundred Years’ War, English authorities under the direction of Bishop Pierre Cauchon, burned 19-year-old Joan of Arc at the stake
- Herminie Cadolle invents the brassiere. As we understand, it received a lot of support. (1889)
- Peter I (Peter the Great), Emperor of Russia, was born on this day in 1672.
Related Holidays
People who like today’s holiday will surely enjoy celebrating:
International Jazz Day – While it is uncommon for two holidays to have the same title, it is not unheard of. And, that’s the case with International Jazz Day. These two holidays, created about a decade apart and have different authors.
More May 30 Holidays
Additionally, here are more May 30 holidays you will certainly enjoy:
More About Today
This Day in History – Indeed, many other important events occurred on this date in May. See what happened on this date in history.
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Ecards – Send a free Ecard daily for International Jazz Day or just about any calendar holiday, occasion, observance, or event. Undoubtedly, it’s fun for both the sender and the recipient.
Flower of the Day: Carnation, :Chabaud
Recipe of the Day: Mexican Goulash
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