For the first time in its history, the Herbie Hancock Institute International Jazz Competition—widely regarded as the most prestigious jazz competition in the world—will take place outside the United States, bringing together an international group of exceptional young vocalists at the Louis Vuitton Foundation in Paris.

INTERNATIONAL JAZZ VOCALS COMPETITION COMES TO PARIS

OCTOBER 10–11, 2026

FONDATION LOUIS VUITTON

Organized in partnership with and with the support of the Louis Vuitton Foundation, this historic weekend will culminate in the competition finals and the gala concert, hosted by Oscar-winning actor Jeremy Irons and featuring some of the most famous artists in jazz and music. The evening will pay tribute to legendary jazz trumpeter Arturo Sandoval and will also honor visionary architect Frank Gehry with the world premiere of “The Ever-Changing World,” a new work by Danilo Pérez commissioned by the Institute in Gehry’s honor. World-renowned conductor Gustavo Dudamel, a close friend of the architect, will present this tribute.
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