Photography Exhibition “Kaunas Jazz Moments”
The Festival that has been ongoing for 36 years has been recorded in photographs for just as long. In every shot, they preserve not only emotions, moments and stories, but also a fraction of their hearts. We deeply appreciate their professionalism and dedication and sincerely thank them for keeping these memories alive. Photos by: Daiva Klovienė, Donatas Savickas, Gabrielė Pauraitė, Irma Adomaitienė, Jonas Danilevičius, Modestas Patašius, Rokas Tenys, Simonas Prikockis, Vygintas Skaraitis, Vytautas Suslavičius, Andrius Aleksandravičius. Exhibition curator: Jonita Šyvokienė
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From music to tarot cards: rapidly rising Belgian star Adja will perform at “Kaunas Jazz”.
This spring, the largest jazz festival in Lithuania, Kaunas Jazz, will take place for the 36th time, and it announces yet another intriguing news for music lovers. On April 23 in Kaunas, at Volfas Engelman Gallery, singer and music creator Adja, considered one of the most interesting and brightest rising stars on the Belgian music scene, will perform.
Masterclass: Adja (Belgium)
Singer and music creator Adja, considered one of the most interesting and brightest rising stars on the Belgian music scene, will host a special masterclass, offering participants a unique opportunity to gain insight into the creative process, musical ideas, and performance techniques. It is a great chance to get inspired, ask questions, and interact with professional musicians. Participation is free, so we warmly invite everyone interested to attend and experience this unique opportunity.
READ MOREProf. Giedrius Kuprevičius – “The Free Bellman” | World Premiere 2026 (Lithuania)
This year marks 65 years since saxophonist Ornette Coleman and his friends recorded and published the album “Free Jazz” (1961), which opened a new, revolutionary style of jazz music – free jazz. This occasion is also marked by Giedrius Kuprevičius’ new 6-part suite “Free Bellman”, in which the music of the Kaunas carillon and a specially prepared phonogram (the recording also includes recordings by UAE-based percussionist Alec Koff) interpret the sound of that style in their own way.
READ MOREChildren’s drawing action Kaunas Jazz On The Pavement
We invite everyone to a live outdoor drawing event! The artworks created during the event will be exhibited on the “Kaunas Jazz” Facebook page during the last week of May. Winners announcement and awards: The winners will be selected together, and prizes will be awarded on June 1. Who is this event for? Recommended for children aged 2 to 12, but everyone is welcome to participate – both kids and adults! Registration: Advance registration is required by April 20. Registration…
READ MOREDrawing Contest “Inspired by Kaunas Jazz”
Author: Evita Gurčinskaitė, 14 y.o. We invite you to take part in a creative drawing contest! Submission period: April 1 – June 30, 2026. Drawings can be sent by post or delivered to the “Kaunas Jazz” office. Exhibition: All submitted works will be displayed on the “Kaunas Jazz” Facebook page from July 1 to July 10. Who can participate? Art-oriented students aged 6 to 18 who have had some connection with the “Kaunas Jazz” festival – as participants, audience members,…
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Lady Blackbird (USA)
At “Kaunas Jazz” – the critically and musically acclaimed U.S. singer Lady Blackbird.
The largest jazz festival in Lithuania, Kaunas Jazz, announces its first star of the 2026 season. On April 24, at the National Kaunas Drama Theatre, American singer Lady Blackbird will perform, who in recent years has become a striking sensation on the jazz and broader music scene.
Jazz Fashion Show
One of the most colorful, playful, and creative parts of the Kaunas Jazz festival is the Jazz Fashion Show, where clothing collections that shine with improvisation and surprises are presented each year by the fashion design graduates of Kaunas College Academy of Arts.
READ MORETitas Jukšta Quintet (Lithuania)
The first notes on the main open-air stage of Kaunas Jazz this year will be played by the Lithuanian jazz quintet, making their debut performance at the festival. It’s always exciting when programs created specifically for the Kaunas Jazz stage are featured—and this group’s formation was even directly encouraged by the festival itself.
Titas Jukšta is a drummer with solid experience in various musical groups and projects. His résumé includes performances with singer Mary Mo, the Vilnius Funk Collective, rock musician Gamka, the project Ritmas Kitaip, and many other musical adventures.
