Jazzalguer, IX edition 2026

JazzAlguer IX Edition 2026 brings seven months of jazz, live music, artistic encounters, and cultural events to Alghero, Sardinia, from Friday, 10 April to Friday, 30 October 2026. The ninth edition transforms the Catalan-flavoured coastal city into a meeting point for international jazz artists, Sardinian musicians, songwriters, vocalists, and audiences looking for more than a standard summer concert.

Created by the Bayou Club-Events cultural association, JazzAlguer has grown into one of northern Sardinia’s most distinctive music programmes. Its 2026 season moves between intimate clubs, historic city venues, vineyard estates, archaeological sites, gardens, and open-air spaces.

"JazzAlguer is a long-running Alghero music festival designed around jazz as a living, open, and evolving art form."

The Story of JazzAlguer

From Intimate Clubs to Open-Air Stages

JazzAlguer IX Edition runs from 10 April to 30 October 2026, transforming Alghero into a vibrant cultural hub. The festival opens with saxophonist Jesse Davis on 10 April 2026 at Poco Loco and closes with Australian saxophonist Nick Hempton performing with the Heritage Trio on 30 October 2026. Between those dates, JazzAlguer presents more than 15 events, including International Jazz Day, tribute performances, Italian songwriting, jazz vocalists, and Sardinian artistic talent.

• 10 April: Jesse Davis Quartet
• 30 April: International Jazz Day, Barend Middelhoff and Friends
• 16 May: Simone Faedda Trio
• 29 May: Isola dalle Vene d’Argento
• 4 June: Tardo Hammer Trio
• 13 June: Serenity, Laura J. Marras Plays Joe Henderson
• 28 June: Blue Note Brass Sextet Plus Drums
• 12 July: Karima, No Filter
• 17 July: I Musici di Francesco Guccini
• 25 July: Gegè Telesforo, Jazz Radio
• 8 August: L’Uomo Contro: Vita, Arte e Battaglie di Gian Maria Volonté
• 20 August: Silvia Mezzanotte and Carlo Marrale, Per un’Ora d’Amore 50th Celebration
• 29 August: Nino Buonocore, In Jazz 6tet
• 18 September: Emily Braden and Misha Piatigorsky, Live Duo Concert
• 30 October: Nick Hempton meets Heritage Trio

The Essence of JazzAlguer

A Celebration of Jazz as a Living Art

JazzAlguer is designed around jazz as a living, open, and evolving art form. The programme is not restricted to one jazz style. It includes traditional jazz, modern improvisation, vocal music, jazz-inflected songwriting, and cross-genre projects that connect music with cinema, literature, and Mediterranean culture.

"The programme offers a wide musical range, from bebop and mainstream jazz to Italian songwriting, vocal jazz, soul, theatre, film-inspired work and contemporary Sardinian projects."

• International jazz artists
• Italian jazz performers
• Sardinian musicians
• Jazz vocalists
• Saxophone, piano, and brass ensembles
• Contemporary projects
• Music inspired by cinema and storytelling
• Concerts in heritage sites
• Vineyard and countryside events
• Archaeological-site performances
• Intimate club nights
• Open-air summer shows

JazzAlguer's Opening Night

Jesse Davis Quartet: Setting the Stage

JazzAlguer IX Edition opens on Friday, 10 April 2026 with the Jesse Davis Quartet at Poco Loco in Alghero. Jesse Davis is a highly respected alto saxophonist associated with the bebop tradition and the sound of New Orleans. His appearance sets a high musical standard for the 2026 festival and offers an intimate start to the long season.

• Venue: Poco Loco
• Address: Via Gramsci 8, Alghero
• Date: Friday, 10 April 2026
• Time: Approximately 10:30 p.m.
• Ticket price: €10 listed for the opening concert

Poco Loco is one of Alghero’s best-known small live-music venues, ideal for visitors who prefer close-up performances over large outdoor stages. Arrive early if you plan to eat before the show. Dinner-and-concert reservations can be popular for intimate club events.

International Jazz Day Celebration

Barend Middelhoff and Friends

JazzAlguer celebrates International Jazz Day on Thursday, 30 April 2026 with The Spirit of Jazz: Barend Middelhoff and Friends at Poco Loco. The concert begins at approximately 10:00 p.m. and includes a jam session with artists from Sardinia and beyond.

• Saxophone-led jazz
• Guest musicians
• Improvisation
• Jam-session energy
• Local and international artists
• A late-night Alghero club atmosphere

This is an excellent date for travellers visiting Alghero at the start of the island’s warmer spring season.

JazzAlguer's Scenic Venues

Music Amidst Nature and Heritage

JazzAlguer IX Edition takes full advantage of Alghero's stunning surroundings, offering concerts in scenic locations such as vineyard estates and archaeological sites. The festival's unique venue choices enhance the cultural and natural experience for attendees.

"A concert at Poco Loco feels different from one at Tenute Sella & Mosca, while a summer show at Lo Quarter brings music into the heart of the old town."

Some notable venues include:

• Tenute Sella & Mosca: Vineyard events with a backdrop of rolling hills.
• Mugoni: Coastal concerts near protected natural landscapes.
• Nuraghe Palmavera: Performances set against Sardinia’s prehistoric past.

Practical Information for Attendees

Tickets, Accommodation, and More

JazzAlguer ticket prices vary by concert, venue, and seating arrangement. The 10 April Jesse Davis opening concert is listed at €10. Other events may have different prices, especially those held in archaeological sites, vineyards, outdoor venues, or larger cultural spaces.

• Tickets: Available through Mailticket, authorised ticket outlets in Alghero, official festival channels, and venue box offices, subject to availability.
• Accommodation: Choose from Alghero Old Town, Lido and Maria Pia, Fertilia, Porto Conte, and Olmedo depending on your preferences.
• Before booking: Check concert start time, venue location, seating arrangement, ticket type, dinner reservation options, accessibility, weather arrangements for outdoor shows, refund and cancellation conditions, parking and transport options.

Explore Alghero Between Concerts

Discover the Charm of Sardinia

JazzAlguer is easy to combine with a classic Sardinia itinerary. Visit:

• Alghero old town and bastions
• Capo Caccia
• Neptune’s Grotto
• Porto Conte Natural Park
• Mugoni Beach
• Nuraghe Palmavera
• Maria Pia Beach
• Tenute Sella & Mosca
• Bosa, for a day trip along the scenic coast
• Stintino and La Pelosa Beach, for north-coast views

Frequently Asked Questions

The Things People Always Want to Know

When is JazzAlguer IX Edition 2026?

JazzAlguer IX Edition runs from 10 April to 30 October 2026.

Where does JazzAlguer take place?

The festival takes place mainly in Alghero, with selected events in Olmedo, Mugoni, Porto Conte, Tenute Sella & Mosca, and Nuraghe Palmavera.

How much are JazzAlguer tickets?

Ticket prices vary by event. The Jesse Davis opening concert on 10 April 2026 is listed at €10. Check Mailticket for current prices for other shows.

Who opens JazzAlguer 2026?

The festival opens with the Jesse Davis Quartet on Friday, 10 April 2026 at Poco Loco in Alghero.

What is the International Jazz Day event in Alghero?

On 30 April 2026, JazzAlguer hosts The Spirit of Jazz: Barend Middelhoff and Friends at Poco Loco, including a jam session.

Where is the 8 August 2026 JazzAlguer event held?

The Gian Maria Volonté tribute event takes place at Nuraghe Palmavera, near Alghero.

Who closes JazzAlguer IX Edition 2026?

Australian saxophonist Nick Hempton performs with the Heritage Trio on 30 October 2026.

Verified Information at a Glance

• Event name: JazzAlguer IX Edition 2026
• Event category: Jazz, live music, vocal music, Italian songwriting, and cultural events
• Festival dates: Friday, 10 April to Friday, 30 October 2026
• Main location: Alghero, Sardinia, Italy
• Festival organiser: Bayou Club-Events cultural association
• Opening concert: Jesse Davis Quartet, 10 April 2026
• Opening venue: Poco Loco, Via Gramsci 8, Alghero
• Opening ticket price: €10
• International Jazz Day concert: 30 April 2026, Barend Middelhoff and Friends, Poco Loco
• Key July event: Gegè Telesforo, Jazz Radio, 25 July 2026 at Lo Quarter
• Key August event: Gian Maria Volonté tribute, 8 August 2026 at Nuraghe Palmavera
• Festival closing concert: Nick Hempton meets Heritage Trio, 30 October 2026
• Ticket sales: Mailticket, authorised Alghero outlets, and official festival channels
• Best for: Jazz fans, couples, culture travellers, wine lovers, archaeology enthusiasts, and visitors to north-west Sardinia

Choose a JazzAlguer IX Edition 2026 concert between 10 April and 30 October, explore Alghero’s historic streets before sunset, and let the music carry you from intimate jazz clubs to vineyards, ancient sites, and open-air stages across Sardinia.

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