It’s fair to say that the Austrian jazz scene has experienced a real upswing in recent years. At least, one can come to this conclusion when observing the increased international interest in jazz from Austria; and is true across all genres. Following … read more »
Before 2018 comes to an end, we would like to thank our partners and supporters in Austria and abroad as well as the amazingly talented artists for another year full of festivals, showcases, networking events and inspiring talks. Have a look at … read more »
Tampere Jazz Happening 2018 will take place from November 1-4, 2018 on the stages of Klubi, Pakkahuone and Telakka. Altogether 25 international ensembles and orchestras will perform at the 37th edition of the festival. On the opening night, the festival puts a … read more »
Lukas Kranzelbinder, born in Klagenfurt in 1988, is a bassist living in Vienna. Despite his tender years, Kranzelbinder has already established himself as one of the most active and versatile bassists of the young Austrian music scene. His main band in recent years … read more »
Many will already be familiar with the young Austrian trio Mario Rom’s INTERZONE. Mario Rom (trumpet), Lukas Kranzelbinder (bass) und Herbert Pirker (drums) are a promising band on the young, wild, European jazz scene. Concert performances have already taken them around the globe to … read more »
Anyone who has had the opportunity to experience this band live, knows why it is there, where it stands, and that the international praise they have received is well earned. MARIO ROM’S INTERZONE has become one of the most important flagships of local … read more »
For the third time now, Austrian artists have been selected to receive international support from the “Focus Acts” program. This year ELEKTRO GUZZI, MANU DELAGO, MOTHER´S CAKE, FAREWELL DEAR GHOST, GASMAC GILMORE, MARIO ROM´S INTERZONE, NIHILS and CHRISTOPH PEPE AUER were chosen … read more »
Young Jazz from Austria is in and seems to be on it’s way to greater things. At least, that is what it seems like after the success of the first edition of the KICK JAZZ festival in PORGY & BESS in Vienna. … read more »
December 2016 will see the premier of the KICK JAZZ festival in Porgy & Bess in Vienna. Focusing on the young Austrian jazz generation, the event will present six of the most sought after and successful bands of the Austrian jazz scene. … read more »
The country focus “Austria” of the 34th Südtirol Jazzfestival Alto Adige was not chosen at random: In times of demarcation between countries it is increasingly important to demonstrate the connection between cultures – including those of Austria and Italy. 33 musicians from … read more »