Etienne Charles
Photograph credit score: Lawrence Sumulong/Lincoln Middle
Uncover Dominica Authority (DDA) says famend Trinidadian jazz trumpeter Etienne Charles, will amongst others, headline Dominica’s annual Jazz ‘n Creole Pageant on Sunday, Could 4.
DDA mentioned Charles might be amongst regional artists acting at Fort Shirley in Cabrits Nationwide Park.
Different performers embody: opera and jazz vocalist Marie-Claire Giraud (Dominica/New York); GRAMMY-nominated reggae artist Etana (Jamaica); and Dominicans Swingin’ Stars, Sign Band, ColtonT, Abiyah Israel, Marie Pascale, Shalina and Carlyn XP.
DDA mentioned the pageant blends “the sleek rhythms of jazz with wealthy Caribbean soul, providing guests a uniquely immersive cultural expertise on one of many Caribbean’s most untouched islands.
“The 2025 lineup features a dynamic mixture of acclaimed artists from Dominica, the broader Caribbean, and worldwide expertise,” it added.
Along with the primary occasion, DDA mentioned guests can get pleasure from per week of fringe actions main as much as the pageant, together with intimate jazz classes, cultural showcases, and vigorous pop-up performances across the island.
DDA mentioned festivalgoers are invited to embrace the official costume theme, “Sundown Creole Stylish”—a colourful nod to Dominica’s dramatic sunsets.
DDA mentioned Jazz ‘n Creole is considered one of three signature festivals that outline Dominica’s wealthy cultural calendar.
Recognized for its genuine and protected celebrations, DDA mentioned the pageant is a part of a yearlong rhythm of music and tradition throughout the island.
Within the fall, DDA mentioned Dominica hosts the World Creole Music Pageant, a three-day celebration of Caribbean and Creole sound, dance and tradition within the lead-up to Independence Day in November.
Earlier within the yr, DDA mentioned Mas Dominik, Dominica’s Carnival celebration, takes place as one of many Caribbean’s most genuine cultural expressions, that includes conventional music, dance and colourful masquerade.
DDA mentioned attendees of Jazz ‘n Creole may savor conventional Creole delicacies, discover native artisan cubicles, and revel in family-friendly actions—all set in opposition to the historic and scenic backdrop of Cabrits Nationwide Park, a UNESCO World Heritage web site candidate situated on Dominica’s northwestern coast.
For extra data, go to DiscoverDominica.com.
