October Highlights and the 33rd Jazztage
According to the domicil schedule, highlights include a rare duo performance by Paul Wallfisch and Dana Schechter on October 23, blending songwriting with cinematic soundscapes. Nordic jazz act RYMDEN follows on October 24, performing material from their second album, “Space Sailors,” as detailed by venue event listings.
The month culminates in the opening of the 33rd Jazztage on October 29, featuring an intimate dialogue between vocalist Céline Rudolph and pianist Florian Weber alongside the ten-piece Kira Linn Tentet. Additional October anchors include the Zappa Orchestra Hamm on October 30, bringing a comprehensive brass, string, and percussion setup to the stage.
November Jazz Festival Headliners
The 33rd Jazztage continues its run through November 2026, bringing prominent international artists to Dortmund.
- Gary Bartz: Performing on November 4 as a tribute to the jazz legend under the Star People Nation banner.
- Patricia Brennan Septet: Showcasing a contemporary US jazz and Latin program on November 11.
- Emil Brandqvist Trio: Presenting “Poems for Travellers” on November 13, combining jazz, classical composition, and Nordic folklore.
- Darius Jones Trio: Performing on November 18, highlighting contemporary afro-american compositions.
- Marialy Pacheco Trio: Closing out November on the 27th with an energetic, virtuosic performance of her album “RELOAD.”
Community Events and Winter Programming
Alongside specialized jazz concerts, domicil maintains its community and participatory programming through December 2026 and into early 2027. Regular fixtures include the monthly “Wortklub” talk series addressing public discourse with guests such as Güner Balci, Jacques Tilly, Anne Brorhilker, and Ahmad Mansour, alongside recurring participatory formats like “Das Dortmunder Rudelsingen” sing-along events.
Winter highlights feature the annual Silvesterparty on December 31, offering a multi-floor celebration with DJ sets in the main hall and live music in the club. Moving into 2027, the venue hosts the Jorge Rossy Vibes Quartet on January 28, Nubiyan Twist on February 25, Girls in Airports on March 4, and a 10-year anniversary performance by Fortuna Ehrenfeld on April 9.
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