Lakeside Legend: Montreux Jazz Festival’s 60th anniversary
As the festival kicks off its 60th edition today, insiders reveal how a lakeside event became a global music brand
Feature By Gordon Masson | 12 June 2026
With a history that predates the likes of Woodstock and Glastonbury, Montreux Jazz Festival commands an enviable reputation among both fans and artists, built upon the legacy of its founder, the late Claude Nobs.
From today until 18 July, the 27,000 residents of Montreux will be joined by hundreds of thousands of music fans, as the town’s eponymous event celebrates its 60th anniversary.
As it notches up its 60th year, Montreux has become not just a renowned festival, but a globally…
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