Monday, July 30, 2007

"Funchal Jazz Festival" - DownBeat Festival Guide


News about the "Funchal Jazz Festival" published in the May 2007 issue of "DownBeat" magazine, page 106 -
DownBeat International Summer Festival Guide
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Internacional Funchal Jazz Festival
Funchal, Madeira Island, Portugal
JULY 5-7
Highlights: This is the eighth annual festival on the island of Madeira in the Atlantic Ocean. Music takes place at the Magnolia Garden.
Lineup: Carlos Carli, Ithamara Koorax, Nnenna Freelon, Rick Margitza, Roomful of Blues, SF Jazz Collective, more.
Outerfest: Madeira Island is called the "pearl" of the Atlantic. The island is famous for the wine and mild climate. Buildings from the 15th century and museums of sacred arts are also around town.

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