Colmenarejo Hosts 14th Edition of Colmejazz-Larry Martin Jazz Festival

The May event combines high-level concerts, educational activities, and a photographic exhibition reviewing the genre's history.

Generic image of a saxophone on a jazz stage.
IA

Generic image of a saxophone on a jazz stage.

The municipality of Colmenarejo is preparing for the 14th edition of the Colmejazz-Larry Martin Jazz Festival during the month of May, offering a diverse program that includes concerts, training, and a photographic exhibition.

The festival's program, which will run throughout May, kicks off with a photographic exhibition titled A Kind of Light: Brillaron por aquí. This exhibition, by photographer Alejandro Sanz Fraile, will be available at the Manuel Entero Cultural Center from May 4 to 30, offering a visual journey through the evolution of jazz and the festival's history.
Pianist and composer Adrián Moncada will be in charge of inaugurating the festival on May 8 and 9. On Friday, May 8, he will offer a concert at the theater at 9:00 PM, and on Saturday, May 9, he will lead a masterclass on improvisation and composition at 11:00 AM, with limited capacity.
The main concert series will take place from May 22 to 31. All theater events will include a pre-show meeting between the audience and artists at 8:30 PM. Featured artists include Libérica Trio, led by double bassist Manel Fortià, presenting ALÉ on Friday, May 22; saxophonist Ariel Brínguez with Nostalgia Cubana on Saturday, May 23; and singer Viktorija Pilatovic with Seven Letters on Friday, May 29.
The closing of the theater series will be performed by Alana Sinkëy on Saturday, May 30, presenting ALMA BEDJU. Additionally, the festival will offer open-air concerts in the Plaza de la Constitución, featuring the Joan Cabero Quartet on Sunday, May 24 and Sunday, May 31, the latter marking the festival's grand finale.
Tickets for individual concerts are priced at 14 euros, with the option to purchase a full festival pass for 40 euros. Tickets will be available both at the box office and through the online platform.