Experience Tzumo Gypsy Dreams live in Pécs: Roma-rooted jazz fused with African-American grooves, flamenco, and Eastern motifs at Zsolnay Quarter’s E78 on Dec 11, 2025. Tickets $10.46.
when: 2025.12.11., Thursday
where: 7600 Pécs, Zsolnay Negyed, E78 Metronóm Jazz Klub
Pécs gets a deep jazz infusion on December 11, 2025, as the Metronóm Jazz Club returns to the E78 concert hall in the Zsolnay Cultural Quarter. The monthly series spotlights a fierce mix of Hungarian and international acts, from rising voices to acclaimed contemporary ensembles, keeping the city’s jazz pulse loud and curious.
Tzumo Gypsy Dreams Live
Showtime is 20:00, headlined by Tzumo Gypsy Dreams, the latest project from pianist and composer Árpád “Tzumo” Oláh. Built on Roma musical roots, the set weaves African‑American grooves, flamenco fire, and Eastern motifs, all framed through a jazz lens. Expect fresh Tzumo originals that pivot between intricate structure and improvisational spark—music that’s both grounded and borderless.
From Monk Institute to Jazz Royalty
Tzumo earned a spot at the prestigious Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz in 2003 and has since shared stages with giants from Herbie Hancock to Wayne Shorter. The concert is supported by the National Cultural Fund. Full-price ticket: $10.46. Date: 2025.12.11. Venue: Zsolnay Quarter (Zsolnay Negyed), E78, 7600 Pécs.
2025, adrienne
Pros
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Family‑friendly vibe at a seated concert hall; teens and music‑curious kids can handle the volume and it wraps up at a reasonable hour for a night out
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Globally relatable jazz headliner: Tzumo studied at the Thelonious Monk Institute and played with Herbie Hancock and Wayne Shorter, which U.S. jazz fans will recognize
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Location in the Zsolnay Cultural Quarter is a known Pécs highlight with museums, cafes, and safe pedestrian areas—easy pre‑show exploring
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No Hungarian needed: jazz is universal, and basic English at the venue/box office is common in Pécs’s cultural spots
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Affordable tickets around $10 make it a great value compared with U.S. club prices
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Pécs is reachable by frequent trains/buses from Budapest, and the venue is a short taxi or local bus ride from the station; driving is straightforward with paid parking nearby
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Compared with U.S./EU jazz clubs, E78 offers concert‑hall acoustics and a curated monthly series, so you’re getting a “festival‑quality” night without the crowds
Cons
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Pécs isn’t as internationally famous as Budapest, so first‑timers may need extra planning and a longer travel window
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Family‑friendliness depends on your kids’ patience; it’s an evening sit‑down show with improvisation stretches that can feel long
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Late public transit back to Budapest is limited after the show; an overnight in Pécs or a car is smarter
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If you expect big‑name American acts nightly, the lineup skews Hungarian/European, which might feel more niche than major U.S. jazz hubs
