February 21 brings a double hit of boundary‑pushing jazz to the Palazzo Permanens, as two open‑minded, risk‑loving bands take over the stage. New Fossils arrive with melody‑first tunes woven through electronics, delivering a light touch that still lands deep. Expect grooves that glide, textures that shimmer, and a sound that makes experimentation feel effortless and inviting.
Emma Nagy (Nagy Emma) Quintet Turns Emotion Into Play
Sharing the bill, the Emma Nagy (Nagy Emma) Quintet leans into emotion with playful, sharply drawn pieces that keep shifting shape without losing their pulse. Their characterful approach blends intimacy and spark, balancing lyrical lines with quicksilver improvisation and a band chemistry that snaps into focus live.
Contemporary Jazz, Songs, and Surprise
This night celebrates the sweet spot where contemporary jazz, improvisation, and song forms meet—comfortable enough to sink into, surprising enough to keep you alert. It’s a rare program that invites listeners to feel at home while nudging them into new corners of sound. Cover photo: Emma Nagy (Nagy Emma) Quintet – Kristóf Scholtz (Scholtz Kristóf) – Up Music Budapest.
