22-25 April 2026

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14.01.2026

Showcase Programme: On Thursday, 23 April

The showcase festival will open on Thursday, 23 April at 2 p.m. with a 30-minute concert by the Joel Lyssarides Trio from Sweden. The pianist has achieved a massive following on streaming platforms; he thrills audiences not just with his hooky and melodic songs, but also with his subtle interplay with bass and drums. Lyssarides will present songs […]

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14.01.2026

Showcases Programme: On Friday, 24 April

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14.01.2026

Showcase Programme: On Saturday, 25 April

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18.12.2025

Voices From Sweden: Lisen Rylander Löve

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News
27.11.2025

Voices From Sweden: Magnus Lunay

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Showcase concerts from 23 to 25 April – full schedule announced

14.01.2026

38 concerts over three days and nights in Bremen: the schedule of the showcase concerts featuring artists from more than 20 countries is now online.

jazzahead! wishes peaceful and relaxing holidays

17.12.2025

Last minute christmas gift? all festival tickets now on sale.

The wait is over – 38 showcase acts for April 2026 are confirmed

27.11.2025

Tickets for the showcases are limited and are now on sale.

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