Twenty years of Saint Lucia Jazz was definitely a cause for celebration especially in light of the fact that the event has outlived and outpaced many similar festivals across the Caribbean region. The fact too that Saint Lucia Jazz from its inception until now has collectively offered patrons a taste of some of the best musicians in the world is something to rejoice.< --more--> Never mind the debate each year about the quality of the line-up the festival over the years has delivered on a number of great international performers including some we were fortunate to experience before they passed away. These include Phyllis Hyman Grover Washington Jr Tito Puente Gerald Levert Lou Rawls and Luther Vandross. Among the musical luminaries who have played Saint Lucia Jazz are Herbie Hancock Santana Earth Wind and Fire Wynton Elis and Branford Marsalis Patti Labelle Chaka Khan Al Green Al Jarreau Ashford and Simpson Foreplay Nancy Wilson Spyro Gyra and George Duke to name but a few. It must also be noted that Saint Lucia Jazz has been able to attract a number of celebrities here for the event including basketball legend Kareem Abdul Jabar tennis superstar Serena Williams and actors Morgan Freeman Alphonso Ribiero and Leon. And it has also brought in millions of dollars in foreign exchange to the island…. Article in the St Lucia Star
