V.I.P. Session by JUR Records – LTJ Bukem (UK)

JUR Records & Moods present

Danny Williamson, also known as LTJ Bukem, is as integral to drum&#x27;n&#x27;bass as the air we breathe. His sound is characterised by complex rhythms and deep basslines, but above all by his unique fusion of jazz and soul influences. His timeless sets combine decades of drum &#x27;n&#x27; bass to create a danceable experience for everyone, whether they&#x27;re connoisseurs or newcomers to the scene. He is renowned for producing new, exciting and groundbreaking music while never losing sight of his roots and the original influences that inspired him. It&#x27;s no exaggeration to say that he has contributed essential chapters to the history of breakbeat culture. That&#x27;s precisely why he belongs at our VIP nights. What began at Kiff continues at Moods, and we are delighted that LTJ Bukem keeps coming back to us. Box office: CHF 30 / Pre sales: CHF 25

Disk Jockey

Lea Gasser 5tet

«Circles»

With &quot;Circles&quot;, Swiss accordionist Lea Gasser presents her second album, which is featuring intimate soundscapes and rhythmic diversity, and is also influenced by her residency in Iceland. Accompanied by her award-winning quintet, who won the ZKB Jazz Prize in 2024, she takes us on a distinctive musical journey through jazz, chamber music and folk. The quintet emerged from the accordionist&#x27;s long-held desire to perform her own music. Within the quintet&#x27;s sound, the Lea Gasser creates personal compositions that capture seemingly ordinary everyday moments and breathe new life into them each time. Sometimes the music dances with joyful energy, and at other times it slows down dreamily, leaving room for solo narratives to unfold.

Altsaxophon

Sopransaxophon

Flute

Accordion

Composition

Piano

Fender-Rhodes E-Piano

Kontrabass

Drum Kit

Vocals

JazzBaragge Wednesday Jam

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.

Trombone

Bass

Eddie Henderson feat. Piero Odorici Group

Miles Legacy

Eddie Henderson is a true jack-of-all-trades. As a child, he fell in love with the sound of the trumpet, then wanted to become a figure skater, was a practising doctor and is a living jazz legend. This is no coincidence. Henderson comes from a musical family – his mother was a dancer, his father a singer with the then-famous Charioteers – and learned his musical craft from the very best. He received his first trumpet lesson from Louis Armstrong, and family friend Miles Davis – a big fan of Henderson&#x27;s sound – convinced him to pursue a career in music. In a career spanning decades, he has played with greats such as John Hardy, Philly Joe Jones, Herbie Hancock, Pharoah Sanders and Mike Nock, and released groundbreaking albums such as &quot;Heritage&quot;, “Sunburst” and &quot;Phantoms&quot;. Henderson&#x27;s playing is characterised by his lyrical phrasing, his imaginative improvisations and his use of space and silence in his solos. He also manages to combine traditional jazz styles with more contemporary elements such as funk and soul. Joined by a line-up of Piero Odorici, Danny Grisset, Joshua Ginsburg and Vladimir Kostadinovic, this is an evening not to be missed.

Trumpet

Saxophon

Skyjack

Album Release «Let The Sky Open Under Your Feet»

The award-winning jazz collective Skyjack, consisting of some of the most sought-after jazz musicians from South Africa and Switzerland, is currently on tour to promote their latest album, “Let The Sky Open Under Your Feet”. Their fourth record is set to be released in April 2026 on the legendary South African label As-Shams/The Sun Records and will further explore contemporary grooves and a modern understanding of jazz. The band consists of three members from South Africa and two from Switzerland. All are highly acclaimed critics in their own right, but Skyjack as a whole is as great as its individual parts. Shane Cooper and Kyle Shepherd have each won the coveted Standard Bank Young Artist for Jazz Award. Swiss musicians Marc Stucki and Andreas Tschopp are two of Switzerland&#x27;s most sought-after horn players, who have achieved dizzying creative and professional heights over the years. Jonno Sweetman joined the band in 2022 and is one of South Africa&#x27;s most sought-after drummers. Their sound is an absolute powerhouse, with all members bringing compositions written for the group. From deep African grooves, to heavy-hitting jazz rides and beautiful soundscapes, it’s all part of the incredible journey that is Skyjack.

Horn

Tenorsaxophon

Afel Bocoum

The Return of the Messenger

The celebrated Malian singer and guitarist Afel Bocoum is one of the last representatives of a pioneering generation of African musicians who were the first to combine their own traditional music with the new sounds that came from all over the world in the course of the 20th century. Bocoum comes from Niafunké in the Timbuktu region of Mali, an area that lies within the cultural riches and political tensions between the northern and southern parts of the country. He has toured and recorded with desert blues pioneer Ali Farka Touré for decades. In September 2020, he released his latest studio album Lindé on World Circuit Records. Damon Albarn, who served as executive producer of the album alongside Nick Gold from World Circuit, said: Afel&#x27;s voice is one of Mali&#x27;s treasures, and this record is a gift to us all.

Guitar

Calebasse

Yasmine Hamdan

jazzhane & Moods present

Yasmine Hamdan first made her mark on the music scene with the pioneering Beirut indie electro duo Soapkills, which she co-founded with Zeid Hamdan in the late 1990s. After moving to Paris in 2005, Yasmine collaborated with Madonna’s producer, Mirwais, on the project Y.A.S., releasing the album Arabology on Universal in 2009 — a record both elegant and crafted for the clubs. Since then, she has gained international recognition as a singer-songwriter and solo producer, weaving together a rich blend of influences: pan-Arab roots, pop and poetic lyrics, electro, soul, and guitar-driven melodies. Yasmine has worked with filmmakers such as Elia Suleiman and Jim Jarmusch, and has toured worldwide to promote her albums Ya Nass (2013) and Al Jamilat (2017). Her third album, titled “I remember I forget”, was released on September 19th.

Süperfly

Warm Up & Afterparty

Raised in two &quot;Funky Towns&quot; - Munich and Istanbul - Süperfly aka Tuncay Acar explores the deepest depths of norientalism by permanently crossing the boundaries of cultural, ethnic, geographical, chronological and fictional regions and musical genres. The goal is to deconstruct the omnipresent dominance of identity concepts in dance music to make room for unabashed transcultural ecstasy. He expands his exquisite vinyl collection with digital finds from various genres: Kurdish Halay, Gazinomüzik, Arabesk, Anatolian &amp; Arabian Psychedelia, Electro and Hip Hop mashups, edits and remixes of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern psychedelic classics, hit songs from Turkey, Greece, the Middle East, Israel, Egypt, Maghreb, North Africa, the Balkans and also Memphis/Tennessee amalgamate together with a pinch of Latin Boogaloo in the brew of passion and heat of the Southeast. The versatile cultural activist, networker, organizer, blogger, Dj, musician and studied classical archaeologist also belongs under the artist name &quot;Blash&quot; to the first squad of graffiti pioneers in Europe. At www.triptown.de, his own blog has been online since 2011. Since the 2020/21 season, he has been involved in the Habibi Kiosk program at the Münchner Kammerspiele and hosts the monthly talk series &quot;Dies Das&quot; there.

Leitung

Keyboards

Tiger Lillies

«Serenade from the Sewer»

The restless band has been on permanent world tour for 36 years. Not a year goes by without 1-2 albums, a new program, theater productions and permanent worldwide tours. Dark and absurd theatricality are their trademark, and the dark cabaret genre, which became popular in the early 2000s, is based on them. In 1998, the band experienced their international breakthrough with the musical hit Shockheaded Peter. In 2003, they were nominated for a Grammy with the album The Gorey End together with the Kronos Quartet. They are a welcome guest on the world&#x27;s theater stages, most recently their Shakespeare variation A Macbeth Song in Barcelona filled the house for 2½ months. Most recently, they also contributed parts of the soundtrack for Johnny Depp&#x27;s film Modi: Three Days on Wings of Madness, underlining their status. With an international reputation as one of the most interesting avant-garde bands in the world, the Tiger Lillies never cease to surprise, shock and entertain with their inimitable sound. And in doing so, they fuse the macabre magic of pre-war Berlin with the biting edge of punk. The world of the Tiger Lillies is dark, peculiar and varied, with moments of black humor and immense beauty.

Ukulele

Theremin

Percussion

ENEMY

Kit Downes, Petter Eldh, James Maddren

ENEMY is an energetic and charismatic trio consisting of Kit Downes on piano, Petter Eldh on bass and James Maddren on drums. This top-class line-up is sure to impress jazz fans. All three members have won numerous awards and have been shaping the international jazz scene for years. They also enchant critics. The band is the antithesis of the traditional romantic piano trio, focusing on maximum tension through complex structures, cryptic rhythms, wonky beats and interplay that thrives on lightning-fast reactions and radical focus. They deliberately challenge themselves with their pieces, both technically and creatively. The result is powerful, edgy and dynamic music, full of changing pulses, frenzied piano runs, rushing grooves and intricate drum figures. At the same time, catchy melodies and poetic moments appear repeatedly. As ENEMY, the three musicians embody uncompromisingness, physicality, playful wit and a hint of extravagance. With their new album Fiend, released last year, they continue this approach seamlessly.

Singer's Night

Marialy Pacheco Trio

«Reload»

Cuban jazz pianist Marialy Pacheco is a storyteller. Every note she plays has meaning. Whether she plays full, flowing chords on her grand piano or lets her fingers fly stormily across the keys, there is always an idea or experience behind it. And she has already experienced a great deal. With Reload, she presents her twelfth album. One might think it&#x27;s a declaration of war. After all, &quot;reload&quot; means to reload ammunition. Marialy Pacheco is indeed a fighter. She has to be. How else would she be where she is today? This strong, intelligent, charming, vivacious, and overwhelmingly romantic woman is the only Cuban jazz pianist of international renown. Not just currently, but throughout music history. With the exception of two Cuban &quot;standards,&quot; her latest work consists entirely of her own compositions. &quot;I wanted to expand my color palette,&quot; she says of the concept behind the album. &quot;My Cuban roots extend into Latin American traditions and my influences from classical music.&quot; The sounds are both authentic and traditional and modern, thanks in part to two young Colombian musicians: Juan Camillo Villa on bass and Miguel Altamar de la Torre on drums. The album is a melting pot of different musical identities and a treasure trove of extensive life experiences — perhaps one of the most impressive and emotional albums of our time.

Bill Frisell & Eyvind Kang Duo

Bill Frisell & Eyvind Kang Duo (duplicate)

Bill Frisell needs no introduction. His ability to effortlessly switch between jazz, pop and contemporary music ranks him alongside John Scofield, Pat Metheny and Marc Ribot as one of the most influential guitarists of our time. Violinist Eyvind Kang has accompanied Frisell for over 30 years and has featured on numerous recordings. Affectionately described by Frisell as a &quot;fearless explorer&quot;, Kang has also collaborated with artists such as Laurie Anderson, Skuli Sverrisson, and Hildur Guðnadóttir, and arranged music for bands such as Animal Collective and Sunn O))). These diverse influences can be heard throughout the duo&#x27;s music. Frisell&#x27;s compositions are juxtaposed with selected pieces by other composers, and the setlist, interpretations, and improvisations vary from day to day.

E-Gitarre

Viola

Vali Mayers Gypsy Dynasty

As the last surviving ensemble of their generation, Gypsy Dynasty embodies the authentic and unique aura of German Sinti music in its original form. Welcome to Gypsy Dynasty, the last living heirs of the Hot Club de France and German gypsy jazz. The musicians are directly descended from their former bandmates who shaped this famous musical tradition – the legends Stephane Grappelli, Schnuckenack Reinhardt, Häns&#x27;che Weiss, Martin Weiss and Titi Winterstein. Gypsy Dynasty are musicians of exceptional rarity. They play what they live: more than just a classical repertoire of timeless and popular melodies, this music celebrates their lifestyle – authentic, rousing and poetic. Three is the magic number that unites this trio of Gigi Reinhardt, Holzmanno Winterstein and Vali Mayer.

Bixiga 70

Adalu & Moods present

The ten-piece band from the vibrant district of Bixiga in São Paulo has caused a sensation with spectacular live shows since its formation in 2010 (Roskilde, WOMAD, Montreal Jazz Festival, Glastonbury, Sziget, North Sea Jazz Festival, Le Guess Who? and many more). Bixiga 70 is inspired by the Afro-Brazilian soundscape and fuses samba rhythms with the free spirit of jazz and infectious funk grooves. Their music breathes new life into Brazil&#x27;s musical heritage. Brazilian authenticity fuses with a global perspective, creating a sound that is both rooted in tradition and looking to the future. With powerful horn arrangements, hypnotic percussion and soulful melodies, they have created a unique sonic identity that is both timeless and forward-thinking.

Alma Negra

The Basel-based DJ and producer collective combines house with Caribbean sounds, Afro-funk and Colombian salsa to create an innovative club sound. The four friends have quietly built up an excellent reputation in the European club scene, spreading their sound and spirit from Basel to London and Lisbon.

Baritone Saxophone

Zurich Jazz Orchestra feat. Song Yi Jeon

Female Composers Series

An evening dedicated to female composers and arrangers: The first part of the concert features music by Claudia Döffinger, Niki Illes, Cinzia Catania, Carla Köllner, and Ursula Reicher. The second part focuses on a composer and vocalist collaborating with the Zurich Jazz Orchestra for the very first time: South Korean artist Song Yi Jeon. Song Yi Jeon is not only the new vocal instructor at ZHdK, but is also renowned for her hypnotic voice—often compared to a malleable, wordless instrument—and for her incomparable improvisations. Her compositions will be performed with a jazz orchestra for the first time, presented in arrangements by Ed Partyka. This collaboration has the potential to become one of the artistic highlights of the season.

Bassposaune

Bass Clarinet

Henrik Freischlader

Precious Time Tour

Henrik Freischlader is still an insider tip for anyone who has never heard of him. Now the top-class German blues musician is finally returning to Moods - for a special show in a blues rock quartet! The German guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer, who has shared stages with B.B. King and Gary Moore, among others, has made a name for himself far beyond the country&#x27;s borders with his unmistakable sound and emotional expressiveness. 2026 now marks a new beginning for him. With a newly formed band, Henrik Freischlader is currently working on his upcoming studio album Precious Time - the first studio long-player since 2022. With Leon Mucke (drums), Gregor Sonnenberg (bass) and Dave Warmerdam (keys), a fresh, yet highly musical unit is emerging that combines blues rock with soul, groove and atmospheric depth. This constellation will be performing live together for the first time on the Precious Time Tour 2026.

Hammond organ

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