Montreux Jazz Festival cancelled for first time in its history

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 - 10:43 GMT

The Montreux Jazz Festival will not be held in July due to the coronavirus pandemic, the first time the Swiss summer festival has not taken place since its launch in 1967.

Elton John delivers message of tolerance at first, last Montreux show

Sun, 30 Jun 2019 - 12:58 GMT

MONTREUX, Switzerland (Reuters) - Elton John made his first and last appearance at the Montreux Jazz Festival on Saturday, delivering a slick and energetic performance that ended with a message of tolerance and love.

Quincy Jones honored as Montreux Jazz Festival kicks off

Sat, 30 Jun 2018 - 01:58 GMT

Quincy Jones honored as Montreux Jazz Festival kicks off.