Caffè Corretto Jazz
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On Monday, June 30th, JazzAscona kicks off along the lakeside with a parade by the Trombone Shorty Foundation Brass Band, featuring young musicians from Louisiana making their European debut. The evening continues with three concerts by bands from Italian-speaking Switzerland, including a SMUM faculty quintet with pianist Antonio Faraò, the Gabriele Pezzoli Trio presenting their new album June, and Organic Brew showcasing a project dedicated to organist Jack McDuff.
Later, The Jungle Jazz Band delivers traditional jazz with vocalist Nicolle Rochelle, followed by the American duo Handmade Moments, blending folk, country, and Southern rock in an intense live performance. It promises to be a day full of music and emotion, celebrating jazz as a universal language that unites generations, styles, and cultures.
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On Sunday, June 29, JazzAscona 2025 brings a full day of music with concerts, workshops, film screenings, and jazz cruises on the lake.
It starts at lunchtime with the Hot Gravel Eskimos at the Blue LLama Terrace. In the afternoon, enjoy Bazil Meade’s powerful gospel concert at the Collegio Papio Church and a screening of the Erroll Garner documentary at Cinema Otello.
At Elvezia, join a lively Shim Sham dance class with Tony Buonadancer. The evening features the Ascona Big Band and more live performances, while the jazz cruises with The Jungle Jazz Band offer music and dancing on the water.
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On Saturday, June 28, JazzAscona comes alive with a full day of free events featuring jazz, funk, folk, and poetry.
At 9:45 PM (Stage Seven), the Swiss Jazz Award 2025 will be presented to Elina Duni, who will captivate the audience with her intense and refined concert.
Also performing are the Swiss Armed Forces Big Band, Radius, and Traktorkestar with their electrifying shows.
Throughout the day, workshops, youth ensembles, and special projects will energize Ascona and its surroundings.
The night concludes with the traditional jam session at Enoteca la Cambüsa.
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On Friday, June 27, JazzAscona comes alive with an evening of elegance, rhythm, and soul.
The night kicks off at 19:30 (Stage Seven) with Schubert and Brahms reimagined in jazz, featuring vocalist Lia Pale and pianist-arranger mathias rüegg, founder of the legendary Vienna Art Orchestra.
At 20:00 (Stage New Orleans), it’s time to groove with trombone powerhouse Corey Henry, followed by the soulful voice of Tony Momrelle at 22:30.
Claus Raible brings refined jazz to the Blue Llama Terrace at 21:30, while from 16:00, EAR WE GO Orchestra invites everyone to join a collective workshop celebrating the music of Aretha Franklin.
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First day of the festival!
The 41st edition of JazzAscona kicks off tonight — the free festival dedicated to the music of New Orleans, which will enliven the town on Lake Maggiore with over 200 concerts until July 5. The event opens with a parade by the Trombone Shorty Foundation Brass Band and a concert by British soul star Tony Momrelle.
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