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Providing a platform for tomorrow's jazz

It can be difficult for young Swiss jazz groups to find performance opportunities and raise their profile. Suisse Diagonales Jazz is here to help!

Carte Blanche: Dalia Donadio

Dalia Donadio's Carte Blanche is about the one instrument we all have: our voice. Find out here how she explores this human organ in different ways.

27.01.2026

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In memory of Christoph Stiefel

From the scene: Michèle Fella talks about her approach to music

In the "From the Scene" format, musicians from the Moods cosmos have their say. In the current edition, Michèle Fella from AS IN PLASTIC talks about her approach to music.

Yunus' tips for February

My personal highlights in February, which I recommend to you.

Lilly Martin's last show: "Letting go is never easy, but it feels right now"

Lilly Martin is bidding farewell to the stage for good at Moods. We spoke to her about this emotional evening, the beautiful musical performances, and the process of letting go.

Carte Blanche: Kay Zhang

Resurrection in old freshness

Galliano have been touring the clubs again for a year now. Now the London acid jazz band is ending its European tour with a concert in Zurich.

From the Scene: Claude Meier talks about Garn

In the "From the Scene" format, musicians from the Moods cosmos have their say. In the current issue, Claude Meier talks about his compositional work with Garn.

Adi's tips for January

Five January shows you definitely shouldn't miss.

Music for the family: concerts for hopping and quacking

An increasing number of clubs are now offering concerts specifically designed for families with children and even babies. Experience shows that this is a worthwhile endeavour.

Jowee Omicil: "There is only one first time"

Jowee Omicil will present his latest work live for the first time at Moods. We spoke with him about this exciting occasion.

Only the best for your loved ones: give the gift of music

Make your loved ones happy by giving the gift of musical experiences

Lola's tips for December

Six December acts I'm particularly looking forward to

20 years of Metonic Records: The story behind it

For two decades, a small label has been causing a sensation. Its success is rooted in a long history — and, above all, a name.

Pongo: From the platform to the world stage

Pongo has overcome difficult circumstances in Lisbon to become a celebrated Afro-fusion artist. But it was not an easy path.

Carte Blanche: Patrick Sommer

The Zurich bassist takes us on a journey into different corners of Swiss jazz.

Afrorock with a clear message

Their band history is legendary. Now W.I.T.C.H. from Zambia are touring Europe with a new album and are making two concert stops in Switzerland.

Adrian Younge: Jazz is dad, hip-hop is mom

This fall, Adrian Younge will come to Europe to present two of his life projects: his recently completed trilogy, Something About April, and a showcase of his Los Angeles-based label, Jazz Is Dead.

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