In August next year, jazz enthusiasts will gather on the Black Sea in Koktebel, Russia, at the 15^th annual Koktebel Jazz Party, an annual jazz festival that brings together music lovers of all ages in a special and unforgettable atmosphere.

It’s a truly international affair: in 2016, 14 bands from over 15 countries—including Germany, the U.S., France, the U.K., Cuba, China and Japan– performed on the Main Stage. The 2017 festival will mark 15 years of the event. Past participants include Jimmy Cobb, the Li Xiaochuan Jazz Quartet, the Tachibana Quintet, the JB and 24 Kopeks and many others

The Fest will take place August 18-20^th, and a full lineup will be announced soon. For more info, head to the website, here.