SASKATOON – All musicians performing at this summer’s JazzFest in Saskatoon have been released. Organizers of the 2015 SaskTel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival have booked a stellar lineup that now includes Wycelf Jean, The New Pornographers, Matt Andersen, Colin James, Molly Johnson and John Pizzarelli.
Approximately 80,000 to 85,000 people attended the event in 2014 and 2013.
“The event has grown and evolved so much over the years,” said Jacqueline Conway, JazzFest marketing director.
“We can really count on the audience to come and support us and that’s so important and having that audience built into our market here makes us able to definitely look at bringing in some bigger names so sure.”
WATCH: 2015 Saskatchewan JazzFest lineup
A record total of 170 shows will resonate with music lovers at 24 venues, more than any other JazzFest.
“Lots of free shows at Friendship Park,” said Conway.
“Of course TD Main Stage, the Broadway Theatre, several downtown locations, restaurants, even on street corners you’re going to hear music this year.”
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New to the event this year; a free mobile app is available for download to help attendees stay informed about their favourite musicians.
Tickets go on sale May 5 and can be purchased online, at the festival box office in the Delta Bessborough Hotel or by calling 306-652-4700/ 1-800-638-1211.
The 29th edition of the festival runs from June 25 to July 5.
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