The Montreux Jazz Festival takes place for two weeks every summer in Switzerland, on the shores of Lake Geneva. Created in 1967 by Claude Nobs, the Festival has become over the years an essential event, generating fantastic stories and legendary performances. Nearly 250,000 spectators come every year, enjoying a breathtaking setting and concerts with renowned acoustics. While jazz, soul and blues are at the roots of this event, other music genres found their place early on, including many electro, house and techno acts. In addition to the main concerts, over 250 DJ sets are free to attend each summer in picturesque venues, including a nightclub built on the lake.