Misha Mengelberg & Louis Andriessen: Goede Maten Good Companions: a tribute to two icons Good Companions celebrates the birthdays and enduring legacy of Misha Mengelberg (June 5, 1935 – March 3, 2017) and Louis Andriessen (June 6, 1939 – July 1, 2021). These two close friends—both composers and improvisers—not only reshaped Dutch music but also […]
ZaZoo (Diner Show) Jazz & dining experience at Contra Inspired by legendary jazz clubs such as the Blue Note in New York and Ronnie Scott’s in London, Contra is the place in Amsterdam where you can combine mesmerizing live music with a haute cuisine dining experience. Een dinerticket wordt aangeboden in combinatie met een menu […]
Fotografie: Anne Reinke Jasper Blom International Jazz Talent at Café ZILT Boy Edgar Prize winner and saxophone teacher Jasper Blom performs monthly at Café ZILT, joined by students from all over the world who have come to study at the highly regarded jazz department of the Conservatorium van Amsterdam. Top Musicians and Rising Stars […]
ACHHA Global sounds by Achha The word Achha means “good,” “sure,” or “let’s do it” in Hindi. It carries multiple meanings—just like Achha’s music. Their sound blends influences from Bombay, India, all the way to Amsterdam, via Los Angeles and Las Vegas. Through their music, Achha creates a world of its own—one where everyone can […]
DOUBLE ESPRESSO: ROARING SAXES Unique in the jazz world: Double Espresso Double Espresso is the only all-female improvising jazz saxophone quartet in the world, consisting of two alto saxophones and two baritone saxophones. From jazz classics to personal stories They perform swinging pieces by early piano masters such as Zez Confrey, Jelly Roll Morton, and […]
ZENZELE TRIO The Brokers Bar Friday, June 5 19:30-21:30 (concert) 21:45-23:30 (jam session) Zenzele is a bassist and composer from Cape Town, and an emerging voice in the European improvisation and jazz scene. He is currently studying jazz bass at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam, where he blends traditional South African rhythms—such as kwela, maskandi, and […]
The Monkey Trio The Monkey Trio Live at Café In ’t Aepjen On Friday, June 5, pianist Dick Barten, guitarist Rolf Koppijn, and double bassist Rob Veenhuizen will once again perform as ‘The Monkey Trio’ at Café In ’t Aepjen, located in one of the two remaining historic wooden buildings in Amsterdam. Experienced Jazz Musicians […]
Berend van den Berg – Joep Lumeij & Marco Kegel A Close-Knit Jazz Trio at Café Mascini Berend van den Berg (piano) en Joep Lumeij (gitaar/contrabas) spelen al jaren samen en zijn beiden bekend in binnen- en buitenland. In Café Mascini verzorgen ze elke tweede zaterdagmiddag van de maand jazzoptredens met steeds een andere gastsolist. […]
fotografie Petra Beckers Saskia Laroo Saskia Laroo: “Lady Miles Davis” Jazz trumpeter, vocalist, and composer Saskia Laroo is often referred to as “Lady Miles Davis” due to her energetic and innovative playing style. A Unique Musical Blend She began her musical career relatively late but quickly developed into a standout name on the international […]
LORIJN VON PIEKARTZ INVITES steffen morrison LORIJN VON PIEKARTZ INVITES … Guitarist Lorijn von Piekartz, known for his work with artists such as Maan, Jett Rebel, The Voice, Shirma Rouse, and many more, will present a brand-new Unplugged Session every day during the 13th edition of Red Light Jazz at the Lounge Bar of the […]
