Event Brief
World-famous saxophonist and producer Igor Butman will perform with the Moscow Jazz Orchestra on 4 December 2024 at Zabeel Theatre, Jumeirah Zabeel Saray. The concert is dedicated to the 25th anniversary of a 17-piece powerhouse ensemble described by Downbeat Magazine as “an outfit of virtuosos”.
The line up of the Orchestra features the winner of Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz Guitar Competition, guitarist Evgeny Pobozhiy and the 2nd prize winner at Sarah Vaughan Vocal Competition, extraordinary pianist and vocalist Oleg Akkuratov.
Igor Butman and Moscow Jazz Orchestra performed on the stages of the biggest festivals in France, Italy, the UK, India, US and Russia, drawing praise from the most respected jazz magazines. Throughout the 20 years of its ongoing eventful history, the ensemble created programs with numerous jazz super stars: George Benson, Wynton Marsalis, Natalie Cole, Dee Dee Bridgewater, and John Pizzarelli to name a few.
Don’t miss the concert of Igor Butman and the Moscow Jazz Orchestra. Expect the unforgettable jam sessions and surprises on 4 December 2024 at Zabeel Theatre.
“Mr. Butman is a steamroller of a saxophonist, with a broad tone and a hard-charging rhythmic instinct.” – The New York Times
“I love Igor Butman’s playing and I love him personally. He has a great feeling for the music and for people and he’s a phenomenal musician.” – Wynton Marsalis
Duration
2 hours
Age limit
- Age limit: 12 + years.
Language
How to get there:
By car: Take Sheikh Zayed Road (E11), exit onto Al Safa Street, turn left onto King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street, and find the theater within the hotel premises.
By taxi: You can also take a taxi to the hotel from anywhere in Dubai. It’s a popular destination, and most taxi drivers will be familiar with the location.
