For several summer evenings, the Warsaw Old Town will resonate with inspired improvisations and energetic rhythms.
For several summer evenings, the Warsaw Old Town will resonate with inspired improvisations and energetic rhythms.
Beginning July 5, the historic Old Town Square will transform into a grand open-air stage, welcoming both Polish and international jazz icons as part of the 31st edition of the Jazz na Starówce International Open-Air Festival.
Recognized as one of the few entirely free jazz festivals of its kind in Europe, Jazz na Starówce continues its tradition of accessible, high-caliber performances. Over the years, it has hosted jazz luminaries such as Christian McBride, Bill Evans, James Carter, Archie Shepp, Nicholas Payton, Avishai Cohen, Joey Calderazzo and Dr. Lonnie Smith. Polish legends including Tomasz Stańko, Zbigniew Namysłowski, Michał Urbaniak, Ewa Bem and Leszek Możdżer have also graced its stage.
A unique musical journey through the history of Polish jazz, featuring leading artists like Henryk Miśkiewicz, Piotr Baron and Robert Majewski. The concert pays tribute to saxophonist Jan Ptaszyn Wróblewski and guitarist Jarosław Śmietana.
A master of the guitar and a student of Jim Hall, Bernstein brings his New York-rooted jazz style to Warsaw.
Eight-time Grammy-winning bassist Christian McBride honors his mentor with Benny Green on piano and Gregory Hutchinson on drums.
A fresh take on the lyrics of Wojciech Młynarski, featuring vocalist Wojciech Myrczek and pianist Krzysztof Herdzin.
Rising Italian jazz star known for her captivating performances as both pianist and vocalist.
Premiering a new album that spans the expressive breadth of Wojtasik’s four-decade career.
A dynamic set blending lyrical passages with bold contemporary jazz elements.
South African pianist blending jazz with deep-rooted African traditions.
A retrospective of one of Poland’s leading contemporary jazz groups.
