From June 25 to 27, 2026, the magic of great live music will once again thrill Villa Visconti Borromeo Litta in Lainate. Following the success of the first edition, the highly anticipated second edition of ''Notes Around SMG'' will transform the evocative Natural Theatre of the Historic Park into the beating heart of Italian and international jazz.
Three unforgettable evenings under the stars, under the artistic direction of pianist Antonio Faraň, one of the most iconic jazz musicians on the world scene. The event is made possible thanks to the invaluable support of the Municipality of Lainate, SMG Gas, and Luce and Notes Around.
🎷 The Concert Program (Starts at 9:00 PM)
🎨 Side Events and Activities
Three unforgettable evenings under the stars, under the artistic direction of pianist Antonio Faraň, one of the most iconic jazz musicians on the world scene. The event is made possible thanks to the invaluable support of the Municipality of Lainate, SMG Gas, and Luce and Notes Around.
🎷 The Concert Program (Starts at 9:00 PM)
- Thursday, June 25 | Paolo Jannacci
Show: ''Jannacci Surrender! The City Listens''
A fascinating theatrical and musical journey into the relationship between man and the city. Paolo Jannacci (piano and vocals) will perform original pieces alongside poignant tributes to Enzo Jannacci, Paolo Conte, and Luigi Tenco, with monologues co-written with Paolo Re.
On stage: Daniele Moretto (trumpet, flugelhorn, and backing vocals), Marco Ricci (bass), and Stefano Bagnoli (drums and percussion). - Friday, June 26 | Remembering Il Capolinea and Le Scimmie
A collective and moving tribute to the two legendary Milanese jazz clubs that made music history by hosting legends like Chet Baker and Pat Metheny.
An exceptional reunion that will see over 25 Italian and international jazz icons on stage, including Pietro Tonolo, Luca Jurman, Claudio Fasoli, Nick the Nightfly, Luigi Bonafede, Dado Moroni, Attilio Zanchi, Laura Fedele, Gigi Cifarelli, Antonio Faraň, and many others. - Saturday, June 27 | Miles Davis & John Coltrane Centennial
A quintet of world-class stars for a grand finale. A new, high-level project to celebrate the centenary of the birth of two immortal musical giants.
Lineup: Fabrizio Bosso (trumpet), Joe Lovano (sax), Antonio Faraň (piano), Ira Coleman (double bass), and Gerald Cleaver (drums).
🎨 Side Events and Activities
- June 25 - 27, before the concerts | Photo Exhibition
Exhibition curated by Roberto Cifarelli dedicated to John Coltrane and Miles Davis.
It will be possible to admire photographs of the great artists who collaborated with them and inherited their legacy (Herbie Hancock, Sonny Rollins, Dave Holland, McCoy Tyner, and many others). - Saturday, June 27, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Music Lessons for Children
A free music workshop for children ages 3 to 12, hosted by the Primo Piano Music School.
⚠️ Limited seating, reservations required.