LET'S TALK ABOUT JAZZ ... and transitional phases.
We are in a transition phase. Clearly. It's that strange state between two big events, between day and night, between summer and fall, between sleep and awakening. Or in our Jazzclub words: between MUSIKZEIT and Leipziger Jazztage. This state in which the goal is clearly in sight, but has not yet been reached. A holding out, a waiting. Or a joyful working towards it.
We can now look back with satisfaction on a very successful summer edition of “ MUSIKZEIT ” at Villa Hasenholz (you’ll find a brief recap in this issue of “ Jazzkalender ”). At the same time, we’re already eagerly looking forward to our “ Leipziger Jazztage ” in October.
And what about the transition period? Our handpicked recommendations for nights out are the perfect way to get through this autumnal in-between season. Not just Leipzig, but also places farther afield offer great jazz experiences: the Jazz Open in Hamburg or the Klangspuren Schwaz Festival in Austria are perfect for short musical getaways.
For those who’d rather stay closer to home, we highly recommend the Roots&Sprouts Festival (Sept. 16–17) at the “ Kulturnhalle,” a concert by SHRAMM (Sept. 22) at Horns Erben, and the Insomnia Brass Band at Villa Ida on Sept. 30.
Things will really kick off again for us starting in October: with the 47th edition of the “ Leipziger Jazztage.” But we’re not just celebrating the festival—we’re also marking an anniversary. You can read more about that on the following pages.
See you where the music plays.
Jil
Jazzkalender Editorial team
