[Jon Batiste]

[Chaka Khan]

[Janelle Monae]

[WILLOW]

[Center, L to R: Lauren Daigle, Maxwell, Jon Batiste]

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The second annual Montreux Jazz Festival Miami unfolded over a spectacular sold-out weekend at The Hangar at Regatta Harbour in Miami’s Coconut Grove neighborhood, delivering a series of unforgettable musical moments.

Friday Night: The festival kicked off with a vibrant performance by Jon Batiste & Friends, featuring a 20-piece band. The evening was highlighted by surprise appearances from JoJo, Lauren Daigle, Maxwell, and Matteo Bocelli. Trumpeter Ibrahim Maalouf and opening act Justin-Lee Schultz also graced the stage, adding to the dynamic atmosphere. The highlight of the evening was Batiste's "Love Riot," a parade with his band through the audience, creating an intimate experience for festival-goers. WILLOW delivered a levitating performance earlier in the night. The evening culminated in a late-night jam session that saw Batiste and over 30 musicians, including Shania Twain and Lauren Jauregui, deliver an improvised performance that lasted nearly two hours. 

Saturday Night: The energy continued into Saturday, with Chaka Khan and Janelle Monáe taking the headlines, captivating the audience with their powerful vocals. British artist and Eras tour opener Griff kicked off the night (with Batiste on piano), paving the way for a night of soulful and dynamic performances. Khan and her band brought classics like “Ain’t Nobody” and “I’m Every Woman” to new heights, while Monáe and her band dazzled with an electrifying, extensive set.  The evening again concluded with a legendary jam session led by Jon Batiste, where musicians from the night's lineup and beyond (including Twain and Jauregui) joined together for another spontaneous and vibrant musical collaboration.

Sunday Night: The festival concluded on Sunday with the much-anticipated Afro-Cuban “La Descarga” jam, co-hosted by Jon Batiste and Cimafunk, with Cimafunk’s band. Over 2 hours of music with nearly 30 musicians on stage at one point, highlights included a duet between Cuban legends Chucho Valdés and Paquito D’Rivera, dueling pianos with Gonzalo Rubalcaba and Batiste, plus Pedrito Martinez, Ibrahim Maalouf, Alfredo Rodriguez, Aymee Nuviola, Emily Estefan, Hamilton de Holanda, Sammy Figueroa, Yilian Cañizares, Yissy Garcia, Brenda Navarrete, Robe L Ninho, Victor Campbell, Yusa and Wampi…taking on a set list that included everything from “House Party” (Fred Wesley) to Fania All Stars’ “El Raton” to festival closer “Don’t You Worry ‘Bout A Thing.”  The day started with engaging sets from Monsieur Periné and Alfredo Rodriguez, which perfectly set the stage for the evening's performances.

[Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Hamilton de Holanda, Jon Batiste, Alfredo Rodriguez]

[Chucho Valdés and Paquito D’Rivera]

[Cimafunk]

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Attendees of the festival enjoyed exquisite dishes from Michelin-starred Chef Henrique Sá Pessoa and explored a pop-up installation from Wynwood’s Dante’s HiFi vinyl bar.

The 2024 inaugural edition of the festival featured performances from Jon Batiste, Rock and Roll Hall Famer Daryl Hall, Queen of Axé Daniela Mercury, as well as Cimafunk, The Wailers, Cory Henry, Emily Estefan, Israel Houghton, Cécile McLorin Salvant, Lia de Itamaracá, Justin Kauflin, Adrian Cota & The Winston House Band, ELEW, and Mathis Picard.

The Montreux Jazz Festival Miami was honored to have Audemars Piguet as its Global Partner, continuing a legacy of craftsmanship and heritage in music and culture.

A longtime partner of the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland, Meyer Sound served as the Official Sound Partner of Montreux Jazz Festival Miami, delivering a world-class audio experience.

Alongside these prestigious partnerships, the festival was proudly supported by an exceptional lineup of partners. The culinary experience was enhanced by Saratoga®️ Signature Blue, the striking color of Saratoga®️ Spring Water bottles, which were served throughout the weekend. Blacklane, the luxury door-to-door chauffeur service, joined as the official mobility partner, ensuring seamless transportation for artists and guests. The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) promoted Greater Miami as a world-class destination and supported live music festivals to further elevate the diverse experiences available to residents and visitors.

Hospitality partners included Taittinger, La Fête Wine Co, Bacardí Ocho, SWAF Beer, and Mr. C Miami Coconut Grove.

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About Montreux Jazz Festival

The second annual Montreux Jazz Festival Miami is a new extension of the legendary Montreux Jazz Festival, now in its 59th year.  

The Montreux Jazz Festival takes place for two weeks every summer in Switzerland, on the shores of Lake Geneva. Created in 1967 by Claude Nobs and directed by Mathieu Jaton since 2013, the Montreux Jazz Festival has become over the years an essential event, generating fantastic stories and legendary performances. Nearly 250,000 spectators come to the Festival every year, enjoying a breath-taking setting, concerts with renowned acoustics and many free stages. Montreux Jazz Festival celebrates the industry’s emerging and contemporary acts, whilst paying homage to music’s legendary acts. Originally a pure jazz festival since inception in 1967, Montreux began showcasing other styles of music throughout the decades and today presents artists from across every genre imaginable. Artists that have graced the stage of Montreux include Etta James, Quincy Jones, Bob Dylan, Elton John, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Aretha Franklin, David Bowie, James Brown, Kendrick Lamar, Leonard Cohen, Marvin Gaye, Miles Davis, Nina Simone and many more. In addition to its iconic annual event, the Montreux Jazz Festival has exported its unique expertise and ambiance to cities worldwide for over fifty years. From São Paulo to Detroit, Atlanta to Singapore, Monaco to Tokyo, Rio de Janeiro to Suzhou, and now Miami, these global editions continue to embody the spirit of the Montreux Jazz Festival.