Andra Florea
Executive Director of the Festi Jazz international de Rimouski, Andra Florea leads the warmest of jazz festivals, held since 1986 on the shores of the St. Lawrence River. Her background in biology, ornithology and environmental education feeds a leadership deeply rooted in her region.
The Rimouski Festi Jazz
The Festi Jazz international de Rimouski has been running “the warmest of jazz festivals” since 1986. Its 40th edition took place September 3–6, 2026, including the Grand Prix de la Relève Festi Jazz, presented with the Conseil québécois de la musique. Andra Florea took the helm of the festival in 2026.
From nature to culture
Before leading the Festi Jazz, Andra Florea built a career in nature protection, environmental education and citizen science: training in biology with a specialization in field ornithology, participatory observation and science outreach projects. She chairs the board of Explos-Nature and sits on the board of QuébecOiseaux.
Delegate at Mundial Montréal 2026
Andra Florea is an official delegate of the 16th edition of Mundial Montréal, the global gathering for global music, held November 17–21, 2026 in Montreal. Her presence among the 2026 edition's delegates places her organization within the festival's professional exchanges.
Highlights
- Festi Jazz international de Rimouski — Executive Director (since 2026)
- Since 1986 — 40th edition, September 3–6, 2026
- Grand Prix de la Relève Festi Jazz — with the Conseil québécois de la musique
- Explos-Nature — Chair of the board of directors
Public contacts and links
Official website — Festi Jazz international de Rimouski: festijazzrimouski.com
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