Main performances
auc tAHRIR SQUARE
Opening Concert:
Noha Fekry (EG)
OTOOTO (DK)
You meet Noha this year with a brand-new format. Her compositions are a captivating experience of Arabic storytelling, each song a rich narrative woven with threads of imagery, fantasy, and emotions which transport listeners through a vivid journey, where life’s multifaceted themes come alive—love, loss, adventure, hope, and fun! These compositions are vividly brought to life through Steven Simon’s masterful arrangements, which seamlessly interpret and magnify the rich narratives within Noha’s songs. Steven’s arrangements tactfully blend classical sophistication with contemporary flavors enriching the musical experience. Together, they forge a unique sound and an immersive experience
mINA nASHAAT & tHE sONIC Boom
A vibrant musical journey that seamlessly blends artistry with the mastery of the jazz language crafting performances that evoke deep emotions and reflect relevant life themes, resonating with the diverse experiences of our listeners. Egyptian saxophonist, Mina Nashaat presents his “brand new” project to inspire, uplift, and celebrate the timeless essence of jazz.
Mina Nashaat (Sax), George Nabil (pn), Andre Segone (bs), Ahmed Mostafa Riad “Mickey” (dr)
ERMANNO pANTA & tRIO zEITUN
(sPAIN)
A vibrant musical journey that seamlessly blends artistry with the mastery of the jazz language crafting performances that evoke deep emotions and reflect relevant life themes, resonating with the diverse experiences of our listeners. Egyptian saxophonist, Mina Nashaat presents his “brand new” project to inspire, uplift, and celebrate the timeless essence of jazz.
Mina Nashaat (Sax), George Nabil (pn), Andre Segone (bs), Ahmed Mostafa Riad “Mickey” (dr)
Isabel Rato Quintet (Portugal)
Isabel Rato, Portuguese pianist, composer, arranger and producer, one of the most prominent female names on the Portuguese Jazz scene in recent years, releases her new album “Vale das Flores” in which she moves between jazz and classical tradition with the elegance of someone walking on dream clouds. It seems to bring peace, but it does not forget the struggle of souls with a combination of the qualities of instrumentalist and composer. After all, she is part of this new generation of new, active and ambitious names that are opening windows into the musical plain through jazz. Therefore, jazz, classical and folk tradition come together.
Brekky boy (Australia)
Australian instrumental trio Brekky Boy blend spiritual electronic jazz to evoke the emotions felt when watching a Studio Ghibli film. Brekky Boy decided to have a crack at jazz. Since then the Montreux Jazz Award nominees have gained international acclaim touring the world with standout performances at SXSW (US), Montréal International Jazz Festival (CA), Montreux Jazz Festival (CH), London Jazz Festival (UK), Jazzahead (DE), Saalfelden Jazz Festival (AT) and more. They have sold out shows across the country and supported heavyweights Snarky Puppy and Ambrose Akinmusire.
sATURDAY 2 nOV
Anna Anderluh
Anna Anderluh`s Songs speak of the necessity of absurdity, audacity, and stupidity. She describes her music as „pop with a crack “that bridges the gap between tender poetry and harsh social criticism, between simple fragile songs and experimental vocal improvisation. Through humour and sensitivity, she finds magic in seemingly insignificant details that shine through without adding additional polish. As we listen, we are left with unconventional sounds that dispense with haste and showmanship, are constantly evolving, and refuse to give us the impression that they are finished. Because finished is bland.
Undo Redo
The unique Undo Redo’s sound emerges from the fusion of buckets, pots and other “instruments” from the kitchen and garage alongside live electronic music. Enrichened with elements of jazz, Afro-American music and classical music. This results in an original instrumentally virtuosic mix of electronics, loops and dance beats with a large emphasis of improvisation which is close to all of the members. They won a competition of the Central European Jazz Showcase in 2022.
lAURA kIPP
Artist in residence this year at Cairo Jazz Festival.
Quincy Jones says about Laura, “This young woman doesn‘t need to worry about her career, she is amazing and I am sure we will be hearing more from her in the future.“
Laura expresses the freedom and complexity of Jazz together with the instant emotional power of Pop, Soul and Chanson. S
