From July 15th to 19th, one of the most anticipated events of Como's summer music season returns to Villa del Grumello in Como. The historic park overlooking the lake will host the international festival conceived and promoted by the Associazione Villa del Grumello as part of the Ecotonality. Humanities project, under the artistic direction of Flavio Minardo.
Four evenings dedicated to the many expressions of contemporary jazz, featuring internationally renowned performers and the most innovative voices on the global scene. A rare opportunity to listen to the great masters in a secluded, intimate, and evocative setting.
🥂 The Lake View Aperitif
To fully immerse yourself in the festival atmosphere, starting at 8:00 PM (for the 9:00 PM concerts), you can enjoy a lake-view aperitif surrounded by the beauty of the historic park.
🗓️ The Concert Program
🎷 Wednesday, July 15, 9:00 PM | Serre del Grumello
FABRIZIO BOSSO & SPIRITUAL TRIO - Welcome Back
The festival opens with one of the most esteemed and recognizable trumpet players on the European jazz scene. Accompanied by Alberto Marsico (Hammond organ) and Alessandro Minetto (drums), Bosso will deliver an intense concert in which spirituality, improvisation, and swing blend into a powerful narrative.
🎸 Thursday, July 16, 9:00 PM | Spazio Como (Sheraton Lake Como Hotel)
FUSION EXPERIENCE - Dave Weckl & Richard Bona
One of the most anticipated events of the festival. Taking the stage is a lineup that brings together the leading figures of the global jazz-fusion scene: Dave Weckl, one of the world's most influential and virtuoso drummers, and Richard Bona, the extraordinary Cameroonian bassist and singer. Joining them on stage are Ciro Manna (guitar) and Mica Lecoq (keyboards) for a boundless musical journey.
🎵 Friday, July 17, 9:00 PM | Giardino delle Serre del Grumello
EMMA RAWICZ QUINTET - INKYRA
Make way for the new life of European jazz with British saxophonist and composer Emma Rawicz. With her quintet, the artist will bring an original and contemporary offering to Como, combining compositional maturity and creative freshness, exploring themes of identity and belonging.
🎺 Sunday, July 19, 7:00 PM | Serre del Grumello
THE SWINGER ORCHESTRA - A Tribute to the Golden Age of Swing
The grand finale features a prestigious and highly experienced ensemble (D. Barone, G. Trovesi, R. Migliardi, P. Barbieri, S. Orlandi, E. Lazzarini, C. Bonora, S. Caniato). A tribute to the era of the great jazz orchestras, reinterpreted with elegance, energy, and extraordinary playing quality.
Four evenings dedicated to the many expressions of contemporary jazz, featuring internationally renowned performers and the most innovative voices on the global scene. A rare opportunity to listen to the great masters in a secluded, intimate, and evocative setting.
🥂 The Lake View Aperitif
To fully immerse yourself in the festival atmosphere, starting at 8:00 PM (for the 9:00 PM concerts), you can enjoy a lake-view aperitif surrounded by the beauty of the historic park.
🗓️ The Concert Program
🎷 Wednesday, July 15, 9:00 PM | Serre del Grumello
FABRIZIO BOSSO & SPIRITUAL TRIO - Welcome Back
The festival opens with one of the most esteemed and recognizable trumpet players on the European jazz scene. Accompanied by Alberto Marsico (Hammond organ) and Alessandro Minetto (drums), Bosso will deliver an intense concert in which spirituality, improvisation, and swing blend into a powerful narrative.
🎸 Thursday, July 16, 9:00 PM | Spazio Como (Sheraton Lake Como Hotel)
FUSION EXPERIENCE - Dave Weckl & Richard Bona
One of the most anticipated events of the festival. Taking the stage is a lineup that brings together the leading figures of the global jazz-fusion scene: Dave Weckl, one of the world's most influential and virtuoso drummers, and Richard Bona, the extraordinary Cameroonian bassist and singer. Joining them on stage are Ciro Manna (guitar) and Mica Lecoq (keyboards) for a boundless musical journey.
🎵 Friday, July 17, 9:00 PM | Giardino delle Serre del Grumello
EMMA RAWICZ QUINTET - INKYRA
Make way for the new life of European jazz with British saxophonist and composer Emma Rawicz. With her quintet, the artist will bring an original and contemporary offering to Como, combining compositional maturity and creative freshness, exploring themes of identity and belonging.
🎺 Sunday, July 19, 7:00 PM | Serre del Grumello
THE SWINGER ORCHESTRA - A Tribute to the Golden Age of Swing
The grand finale features a prestigious and highly experienced ensemble (D. Barone, G. Trovesi, R. Migliardi, P. Barbieri, S. Orlandi, E. Lazzarini, C. Bonora, S. Caniato). A tribute to the era of the great jazz orchestras, reinterpreted with elegance, energy, and extraordinary playing quality.