Alexander ‘The Hurricane’ Beets (Photo Jignesh Mistry)
The World Jazz Festival returned to Pune, celebrating global jazz and providing a platform for cross-cultural musical exchange. In its sixth edition, the multicity festival, organized by Banyan Tree, brought a lineup of internationally acclaimed jazz musicians to audiences.Held at the Pune International Centre, the event drew a packed audience. This year’s edition featured a blend of classic American standards with contemporary influences from Europe, Africa and Latin America. The performances were marked by improvisations, rich musical storytelling and the timeless spirit of jazz. A standout highlight of the evening was the seamless collaboration between global artistes and Indian musicians.
Titi Luzipho and Muneeb Hermans (Photo Jignesh Mistry)
The performers
Titi Luzipho and Muneeb Hermans (Photo Jignesh Mistry)
Georgie Aué Quintet (Photo Jignesh Mistry)
Gijs Dijkhuizen, Wiboud Burkens Trio and Marius Beets at World Jazz Festival (Photo Jignesh Mistry)
Michael Varekamp Quintet feat. Alexander ‘The Hurricane’ Beets (Photo Jignesh Mistry)
The Audience at World Jazz Festival 2026 (Photo Jignesh Mistry)
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