JazzBaragge Wednesday Jam - Special: Zürich Jazz Kollektiv

Saisoneröffnung

The JazzBaragge Wednesday Jam offers an important platform for the Swiss jazz jam scene. After the musical opening of the jam band, lively and exciting sound conversations begin between musicians who spontaneously meet on stage, reflecting the diversity of jazz in all its facets. The JazzBaragge Wednesday Jam is supported by the non-profit association JazzBaragge. There is no presale for JazzBaragge, only box office.

Tenorsaxophon

Sopransaxophon

Altsaxophon

Flute

Trombone

Piano

Bass

Drum Kit

Alina Amuri für Familien

Alina Amuri&#x27;s lyrics bring back faith in the good, and her music makes dancing inevitable. An unforgettably warm and wonderfully versatile voice that tells of the journey back to her birthplace of Kinshasa, back to the roots of her family. Her latest album &quot;Back To You&quot; sounds like a liberation. The songs are sweet with catchy choruses and full of positive vibes! Alina was selected as best talent by SRF 3 and won the Swiss Live Talent Award with her previous album &quot;Chasing Traces&quot;. - Duration of the concert: 50-65 minutes - Kids of all ages are welcome. - We will keep the volume at a reasonable level, but we do recommend hearing protection for the little ones. - Children under the age of 12 can attend the concert free of charge, but we ask that they reserve a free ticket. - Teenagers between the ages of 12 and 16 pay half price. - Can&#x27;t afford a ticket? Send us an email at info@moods.ch.

Vocals

Keyboards

Zero T (UK) / The North Quarter / Metalheadz / V-Recordings / Dispatch

V.I.P. Session by JUR Records

JUR Records invites you to the V.I.P. Session: Get ready for a wild dance night with renowned DJs and a hefty dose of Drum’n’Bass! Hailing from Ireland, Zero T is one of the artists carrying on the legacy of drum &amp; bass through an impressive discography. From Metalheadz to Grid Recordings, from V Recordings to Sofa Sound, from CIA to The North Quarter, Zero T transcends the boundaries of time, genres and countries. You could say that the artist we used to call Zero Tolerance no longer has anything to prove, and yet each of his new releases remains a masterpiece. Calibre, Goldie, Alix Perez, Villem, Need For Mirrors or Phase are some of the people he has made tracks with. And these are just some of the collaborations he has done in a career spanning more than two decades. Lately, he may have stood out among all the big names chosen to remix the famous “The Journey Man” by Goldie. His version of “Truth” left no one indifferent. A talented artist, a music lover and a hard worker. That&#x27;s how we can define Zero T. Also on the decks, as always, the locals DJs from JUR Records.

Disk Jockey

James Gruntz

«Blink Twice»

Just over ten years ago, James Gruntz burst onto the Swiss music scene with his funk-pop hit, &#x27;Heart Keeps Dancing&#x27;. A lot has happened since then: From Swiss Music Awards and chart positions to sold-out concerts, Gruntz has established himself as one of the best-known voices in Swiss pop. Now, James Gruntz is back with new music and a new band. With &quot;Blink Twice&quot;, the exceptional Swiss artist continues on his successful path. His trademark? Great, stripped-back songs sung in such a gentle voice that you never want to leave this weightless world of sound. Gruntz&#x27;s handling of his voice is unique and unmistakable. Get ready for a soulful, spherical evening. This concert has been organised in collaboration with our main sponsor, Zürcher Kantonalbank (ZKB). If you have a ZKB customer card, you can purchase your ticket at half price.

Guitar

Band-It Special

Four acts, specifically the four winners of Band-it 2025, will each play a 40-minute set on this evening. 4th place: DIZZY DISC (6:30 PM) 3rd place: CERAMIC DOVES (7:30 PM) 2nd place: ALTEA (8:30 PM) 1st place: AMOS (9:30 PM) Band-it allows young bands and solo artists to present themselves to a larger audience and a jury under professional conditions. In June, they showcase their skills at seven qualifications in the canton of Zurich and compete in the final in August for the coveted spots on the podium.Indie Rock, German Pop, Balkan sound, Singer/Songwriter, RnB, HipHop, and Punk: Since 1989, over 2000 acts from all music genres have participated in the Zurich young talent festival. For many musicians, Band-it has been a springboard, e.g., for Faber, EvelinnTrouble, Pablo Infernal, and Sebass, or more recently Cachita, Fräulein Luise, and Lou Kaena. Supported by Migros Kulturprozent and by the Department of Education of the Canton of Zürich

Ensemble 25 & Erik Truffaz

Ensemble 25 and Moods Summer Special

Erik Truffaz plays with a wide variety of his own formations and as a guest with other ensembles, but has also repeatedly collaborated with classical orchestras in Bordeaux, Lyon, Lausanne and Toulouse, among other places. In the past, Hermann Ostendarp, on the other hand, has frequently worked with musicians from a wide variety of musical genres, often with jazz musicians such as Iiro Rantala, Nat Su, Peter Herbolzheimer, Lucas Niggli and Rodrigo Botter Maio. Now, it is both a pleasure and an honour for him and Ensemble 25 that Erik Truffaz has accepted their invitation to collaborate on a joint project. The ensemble will be joined in this project by Truffaz&#x27;s pianist Estreilla Besson from Paris, percussionists, and a wind section, including trombonist Till Ostendarp and saxophonist Mirjam Scherrer. Free admission – voluntary contribution Ensemble 25 consists of dedicated young string players who already played together under the direction of Hermann Ostendarp in the youth orchestra ‘il mosaico’ during their school days, often in small ensembles. Ensemble 25 continues this tradition of playing in smaller ensembles, seeking to devote itself to a wide variety of styles and explore new avenues of programming. This is achieved through inspiring and challenging collaborations with guest musicians and special soloists. Concert location: Citykirche Offener St. Jakob, Stauffacherstrasse 34, 8004 Zürich

Trumpet

Leitung

Saxophon

Streetparade Special

Afrobeats Explosion & Dancehall Mood present

Afrobeats Explosion and Dancehall Mood are teaming up for this street parade and present you the best that the current Afrobeats, dancehall and reggae scene in Zurich has to offer. An evening full of Afrobeats and dancehall hits as well as reggae rarities. Get ready for a dance explosion of a special kind.

Son Rompe Pera

Moods Summer Special

Originally performing alongside their father at local events since they were kids, Son Rompe Pera now find themselves at the forefront of the contemporary international cumbia scene with their sonic explorations of the classic marimba. Their unique blend of sounds comes as the result of a typical youthful rebellion, when as teenagers they left behind their marimba upbringing and began to play in various punk and psychobilly bands. Now they´ve come full circle, incorporating the marimba together with their rock influences, giving it a new twist never before seen. Their authenticity shines through as they give their modern interpretation of Mexican, Peruvian, and Colombian classics, as well as their own original material and some surprise covers. The contrast of the traditional marimba with their youthful attitude and street sense connects the audience to the past while they dance into the future.

Buzz (Boss Hi-Fi)

BUZZ needs no introduction. 16 Tons: fantastic records, beautiful furniture. Boss Hi-Fi: best reggae DJs He will play one of his fantastic cumbia sets after Son Rompe Pera. ¡Fuego!

Marimba

Percussion

Úyra Sodoma, Amazonia Mapping Festival, Aíla, Kayatibu, Marara Kelly

Adalu & Moods present

The Solar Festival, which has been celebrating Brazilian culture every year since 2019, is expanding its program from 2025. The Amazon Edition focuses on the climate crisis and combines art, culture and a change in consciousness. The program includes performance and video mapping on Schiffbauplatz as well as traditional and modern sounds at Moods. Highlights include indigenous music, Amazonian pop and Brega funk rhythms that reflect the cultural diversity of the rainforest. The festival promotes exchange between contemporary artists and sends out a strong signal for environmental protection and cultural diversity.

«Ponto final, ponto seguido» von Úyra Sodoma

Here, performance art merges with cultural forms of expression to address the urgency of the climate crisis and the importance of the Amazon. With &quot;Ponto final, Ponto seguido&quot;, Uýra Sodoma will unearth the life that has been buried by materialism and colonial ideologies.

Amazonia Mapping Festival

A visual spectacle that brings the beauty and vulnerability of the Amazon to life through impressive light art and projections.

Kayatibu

This set celebrates the musical heritage of the Huni Kuin indigenous people of the Amazon with traditional instruments and songs that honour their rich cultural legacy. The foundation is laid by the traditional chants and sounds of the Huni Kuin, presented with the warmth of acoustic guitars. However, Kayatibu dare to do more: the addition of electric guitar and bass gives their music unexpected power and versatility. The band themselves describe their sound as &#x27;rock from the forest&#x27;.

Aíla

Aíla is currently one of the most captivating musical voices to emerge from the Amazon region. In her songs, she interweaves personal experiences with significant themes such as love, gender, and feminism. Her sound fuses the rich musical traditions of her homeland with contemporary influences. It is an energetic fusion of popular Amazonian rhythms and modern pop music. Carimbó and calypso bring tropical, danceable vibes, while pisadinha and pagodão emphasise the region&#x27;s rhythmic diversity.

Afterparty mit Marara Kelly

The late night is characterized by the pulsating rhythms of techno brega and brega funk. These musical styles combine electronic beats with traditional Brazilian rhythms, create a rousing atmosphere and invite you to dance. Marara Kelly is responsible for this. For her, mixing is a way of connecting body, culture and community through music, dance and performance.

Barbatuques

Barbatuques scored a hit with Baianá in 2005, which later became the World Cup anthem in Brazil and led to countless remixes. However, to reduce the group from São Paulo to one track would not do them justice. With their mixture of body percussion, vocal music and influences from various Brazilian styles, funk, electronics and rap, Barbatuques have created their own unmistakable sound aesthetic and thus contributed significantly to the worldwide spread of body percussion. Their music has been used for various film, commercial and video game soundtracks and has led to performances in over 30 countries. 25 years after their formation, they return with a new stage show that includes new material as well as their older hits.

Body

Band-It Weekend

Band-it enables young bands and musicians to present themselves to a larger audience and a jury under professional conditions. In June, they show their skills at six qualifications throughout the canton of Zurich. Indie rock, German pop, Balkan sound, singer/songwriter, hip hop and punk: since 1989, over 1600 bands from all musical genres have taken part in this Newcomer Band Festival. For many of these young talents, Band-it has been a launch pad to great success, such as Faber, Evelinn Trouble, Pablo Infernal and Sebass. Admission is free. A project of Migros Kulturprozent and the Education Department of the Canton of Zurich.

Ydivide

Album Release «The Default»

Following the internationally acclaimed debut album «Lumumba», Intakt Records will release the second CD «The Default» by Ydivide in 2025. Many important drummers are great band leaders. With their overview, sense of rhythm and form, they provide guidance for the band. During his many years of artistic activity as a drummer in various formations, Clemens Kuratle has developed an individual language as a composer and drummer. He is considered one of the most original drummers of the younger generation, and one of his greatest achievements is the initiation of and continuous work with the band Ydivide, a British-Irish-Swiss collaboration. This quintet brings together the young British jazz scene with saxophonist Dee Byrne, Elliot Galvin on piano, Irish guitarist Chris Guilfoyle, the outstanding Swiss bassist Lukas Traxel and mastermind Clemens Kuratle. Clemens Kuratle and Ydivide have extraordinary musical and technical skills and have developed their very own musical language over the years. Ydivide has something to say: the music is driven by the urgent questions and conflicts that this generation, and the next, have to face. The compositions from the pen of Kuratle reflect political and social issues. Since over 40 years, the Zurich-based label Intakt Records reflects musical and social developments and presents counter-worlds. It is with great pleasure that we will celebrate the beginning of an album, as well as the end of the current season together with Intakt Records.

Composition

James Taylor Quartet 

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