24 September 2025
Newsdesk
Electronic music pioneer Jean-Michel Jarre has announced a landmark concert at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Registan Square in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, on November 1, 2025. This one-off event, a collaboration with the Uzbekistan Culture Development Foundation, will be Jarre’s first-ever performance in the country, transforming the legendary Silk Road crossroads with a unique blend of music, light, and architecture.
The concert is timed to coincide with the 43rd UNESCO General Conference, a significant event taking place in Samarkand for the first time in 40 years outside of Paris. As a longstanding UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador, Jarre’s performance will highlight the city's role as a global center for cultural dialogue and creativity. "Samarkand has long been a crossroads of cultures," Jarre said. "I hope this concert reflects the spirit of exchange and creativity the city represents."
Throughout his career, Jarre has become known for staging some of the most ambitious and large-scale outdoor concerts in history. From the Great Pyramids of Giza to the Eiffel Tower and the Forbidden City in Beijing, he has consistently blended technology and historic locations to create unforgettable events. His record-breaking 1997 performance in Moscow drew an audience of 3.5 million people, cementing his status as a pioneer of cultural events.
This Samarkand concert follows a landmark year for Jarre, which included a European summer tour at ancient amphitheaters and iconic plazas, as well as the recent release of his live album and film, Live in Bratislava. The Registan Square event is set to open a new chapter in Uzbekistan's cultural life, showcasing its growing role in international cultural diplomacy.
