# Event Details - **Event Name**: International Jazz Day Apr. 30: A Great Day in Detroit Jazz Photograph - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 20 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Mon, 20 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: A Great Day in Metro Detroit Jazz Photograph with a Special Performance: Out of the Mouth of Babes – A Tribute to the Rising Stars of JazzAbout this Event**Calling All Musicians & Vocalists:A Great Day in Metro Detroit Jazz Photograph**Celebrating International Jazz Day – April 30The Preservation of Jazz proudly calls upon all Metro Detroit musicians and vocalists to gather for a historic cultural moment:The Preservation of Jazz: A Great Day in Metro Detroit Jazz Photograph, taking place on International Jazz Day, April 30, at Aretha’s Jazz Café, located inside the Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts.Inspired by the iconic A Great Day in Harlem photograph, this event will document Detroit’s living jazz legacy—bringing together elders, innovators, educators, working musicians, and rising artists in one timeless image.EVENT SCHEDULE6:00 PM — Artist Arrival & Community Gathering7:00 PM — Official Jazz Photograph Taken8:00 PM — Conclusion of Photograph SessionAll participating musicians and vocalists are encouraged to arrive on time and be prepared to take part in this once-in-a-generation moment.ABOUT INTERNATIONAL JAZZ DAYInternational Jazz Day, established by UNESCO, is celebrated annually on April 30 around the world. The day recognizes jazz as a powerful force for peace, dialogue, unity, and cultural diplomacy. Jazz—born from the African American experience—has long served as a voice for freedom, creativity, and resilience, crossing borders and connecting communities across cultures and generations.International Jazz Day honors jazz not only as music, but as a global language of expression and liberation.ABOUT A GREAT DAY IN HARLEMThe original A Great Day in Harlem photograph was taken in 1958 and featured 57 legendary jazz musicians gathered on the steps of a Harlem brownstone. The image became one of the most important cultural documents in jazz history—capturing the artists who shaped the sound, spirit, and future of the music.This Detroit tribute honors that legacy by creating a modern reflection of the same intention:to recognize the artists of our time, to preserve history while it is being lived, and to ensure that Detroit’s jazz story is seen, honored, and remembered.A CALL TO THE JAZZ COMMUNITYThis photograph is more than a picture.It is documentation, preservation, and testimony.All jazz musicians and vocalists—across styles, generations, and disciplines—are invited to stand together and be counted as part of Detroit’s enduring jazz legacy.EVENT DETAILSDate: April 30, 2026Occasion: International Jazz DayLocation: Aretha’s Jazz CaféEvent: A Great Day in Metro Detroit Jazz PhotographTo RSVP or for more information:Nicole Freeman (Sky Covington)Founder, The Preservation of Jazz248-383-3385nicolefreemanmanagement@gmail.com https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/e2264e10-e269-11f0-b1e5-fb8d04c0193d-rimg-w493-h740-dc1c1610-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/detroit/international-jazz-day-apr-30-a-great-day-in-detroit-jazz-photograph/100001978955426954 - **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, art, performances - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 28.52, max: 28.52, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Detroit - **state**: MI - **country**: United States - **location**: Aretha's Jazz Cafe - **lat**: 42.3372254 - **long**: -83.0458328 - **full address**: Aretha's Jazz Cafe, 350 Madison Street, Detroit, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: International Jazz Day Apr. 30: A Great Day in Detroit Jazz Photograph - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/7c68a0c20df0c4f742a1d7e5ae47d57ea37972ca61520e5c6db0342bd1ba670d-rimg-w1024-h1536-dc1c1810-gmir.jpg?v=1766760514 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is International Jazz Day Apr. 30: A Great Day in Detroit Jazz Photograph being held? - **A:** International Jazz Day Apr. 30: A Great Day in Detroit Jazz Photograph takes place on Mon, 20 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Mon, 20 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Aretha's Jazz Cafe, 350 Madison Street, Detroit, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for International Jazz Day Apr. 30: A Great Day in Detroit Jazz Photograph? - **A:** Tickets for International Jazz Day Apr. 30: A Great Day in Detroit Jazz Photograph are priced at USD 29 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 29 + USD 4 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing International Jazz Day Apr. 30: A Great Day in Detroit Jazz Photograph? - **A:** International Jazz Day Apr. 30: A Great Day in Detroit Jazz Photograph is organized by Detroit Renaissance. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Detroit Renaissance's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Detroit Renaissance a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Detroit Renaissance has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** International Jazz Day Apr. 30: A Great Day in Detroit Jazz Photograph is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Detroit, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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