The cry to attract youngsters back to jazz resonates ever louder. Jazz fans, it’s happening, as is evident from many features posted here on Jazz&Jazz. Not more so than at a jazz festival in the north-west of France launched back in 2005 by English jazz musician and band leader, Trevor Stent.
Left to Right: Angelina Beauvir, Margot Flamery, Mélanie Jouet and Trevor Stent.
That festival is Fest Jazz held annually in Chateauneuf-du-Faou, Brittany. It’s unique! Why? Because it’s organised and run by an inspirational team of youngsters under Trevor Stent’s guidance. You can find out more about Fest Jazz in this earlier Jazz&Jazz feature:
Fest Jazz 2018
Introducing Trevor Stent’s Young and Inspirational Organising Team
But suddenly even Fest Jazz needs help. Here’s Why!
The festival this year was held over the summer’s only rainy weekend! Financially this proved somewhat catastrophic. On Sunday, 29th July, only 402 spectators braved the appalling wind and rain whereas in 2017 (and previous years) around 1100 enjoyed the jazz. You can help save this inspirational festival. To find out how, simply visit “Help Save Fest Jazz” .
“If you can help us save this wonderful festival, we and those who love Fest Jazz
will be forever grateful.”
Angelina Beauvir, President
Trevor Stent, Vice-president
Peter M Butler
Editor Jazz&Jazz
www.jazzandjazz.com
Don’t delay, visit “Help Save Fest Jazz” NOW!
