Sarah Bretz, ContributorCunard has announced exclusive performances from two jazz artists aboard Queen Victoria this year.
Jools Holland
Acclaimed musician and Hootenanny host Jools Holland OBE will feature on the ship’s eight-night Spain and Italy voyage from Southampton to Civitavecchia from May 4th to May 12th.
The celebrated host of Later with Jools Holland and former Squeeze pianist will perform two exclusive shows in the Royal Court Theatre. Guests can expect an extraordinary repertoire from his acclaimed five-decade career, including iconic hits from his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra and Friends.
The May sailing will be ideal for foodies and music lovers alike, with port calls to Cadiz (including tours to Seville), Malaga (including tours to Granada), and the enchanting island of Majorca, where Rioja and tasty tapas await.
Jamie Cullum
Britain’s best-selling jazz artist and BBC Radio 2 presenter will join the 2,000-guest Queen Victoria as part of her 13-night roundtrip Atlantic Islands voyage, which departs Southampton on April 21st. The MOBO Award winner will captivate audiences with his best known hits — including songs from breakthrough album Twentysomething.
The April to May sailing features port calls to Madeira, Tenerife, La Palma, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, and the charming coastal city of Cadiz (including tours to Seville).
Cunard Collaborations
Cunard has a well-established track record of collaborating with some of the biggest names in music, with legendary Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli headlining Queen Anne‘s naming ceremony in Liverpool in June.
“At Cunard, we take pride in curating unique and unforgettable experience for our guests, and we can’t wait to welcome the extraordinary Jools Holland OBE and Jamie Cullum aboard Queen Victoria in 2025,” said Cunard president Katie McAlister. “Their incredible talent, showcased in the elegant surroundings of the Royal Court Theatre, will make these sailing truly unforgettable.”
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