Adam Tvrdý & Tough 3
blues - fusion
A power trio led by a guitarist Adam Tvrdý has a play list consisting of songs by rock stars like The Beatles and Sting, Tvrdy's original music, as well as Blues, Jazz, Latin, and Fusion tunes from Jack McDuff, The Champs, Bob Berg, John Scofield, Chick Corea, Victor Young, and others. The rhythm section is outstanding, Jan Jakubec on 6-string electric bass and Jiří Stivín on drums. TOUGH 3 is mostly about a dynamic interplay full of tension, surprise, expression, musical humour and seriousness (g,b,dr).
Admission seating CZK 200, standing CZK 150.
Jamie Marshall's Amplified Acoustic Band (UK)
blues - folk - soul
The Amplified Acoustic Band is a rootsy new band with blues, folk and soul influences and a sound as unique as their line-up. There is quite simply no other band like them in the Czech Republic. Based in Prague, they are fronted by acclaimed English songwriter, singer and outstanding guitar player Jamie Marshall, who is joined by three experienced and exceptional musicians, all well known on the Czech live music and studio scenes. Delivering an eclectic mix of Jamie‘s original songs and their signature arrangements of a broad range of covers, the band‘s distinctive sound comes not just from the voices of their two lead singers: Jamie himself and Svatka Hlávková Štěpánková (who also plays double bass), but also from their all-acoustic instrumentation. The Amplified Acoustic Band are a one-off: charismatic, individual, musically divergent and distinguished by their world-class vocals and instrumental excellence, they have an unparalleled ability to plug right into an audience and lead them on a magical musical journey (voc, g, g, b, perc).
Admission: seating CZK 200, standing CZK 150.
PRIVATE EVENT
EUROPE BLUES TRAIN FESTIVAL
blues – soul – swing
8 pm – Duo Florian “Flo“ Kern & Adrian Krug (D) (blues – soul)
Florian "Flo" Kern even uses a Hawaiian guitar in his style of playing the blues. His distinctive strong voice takes the listener to diverse musical directions, from folk to jazz and soul. Thanks to Adrian Krug's blues harmonica, "Flo's" songs soar with an intoxicating trajectory of sound. Put in a nutshell, Flo Kern's talent already qualified him to get on the "Europe Blues Train" and his great CD just happens to be called, "Train Ticket."
https://flowkern.wordpress.com/
10 pm – Jan Hirte's “Ginger Blues“ with Jessie Gordon (D/AUS) (blues – swing)
During a long night in Berlin Jan Hirte and Jessie Gordon met and the musical chemistry just went BOOM! Jan Hirte, for more than two decades one of the best blues guitarists in Europe, and the award-winning Australian jazz and blues singer, Jessie Gordon, have performed at festivals throughout Australia and have toured Singapore, Germany, France and Spain. Now at the Jazz Dock they will be sharing the stage with Matthias Falkenau (piano, keyboard) and Dorian Gollis (bass). It will be a tight, swinging, blues, jazz and ragtime revue. Jessie Gordon – voc, ukulele; Jan Hirte – voc, g; Matthias Falkenau – p; Dorian Gollis – b.
Whole evening admission: seating CZK 400, standing CZK 270.
http://www.jessiegordon.com.au/
EUROPE BLUES TRAIN FESTIVAL
blues
8 pm – Charlie Slavík and The Rhythm Girls (blues)
Charlie Slavík, the most respected harmonica player in the Czech Republic, is the only Czechoslovakian to ever participate in the prestigious international blues competition IBC in Memphis in 2013, where he made it all the way up to the semi-finals. His ability to use the instrument across genres illustrates his virtuosity and his ability to play with anyone or as a soloist. The Rhythm Girls - Tereza Nálevková, Radka Říhová, and Karolína Stasiaková - are three charming singers steeped in swing rhythm, accompanied by Czech guitar virtuoso Kuba Červinka.
10 pm – T's Independent Boogie Co (D) (blues)
The name signifies nothing but Trotter's soft spot for the Blues. After spending more than two decades in the UK and Australia honing an illustrious career in various musical genres with all sorts of different artists, a few years ago he returned to his homeland. And the Blues just won't leave him alone: "Once you've caught the bug, you've had it," he says with a smile. "And that's exactly why we started ‘The Independents.’” More like a congregation of individual musicians than a steady band, they sporadically meet to celebrate their passion for the Blues. Julius Seelig – voc; Benny Krise – g; Marc Witte – keys; Markus Kunz – harps; Roger Radatz – dr; Trott – b.
Whole evening admission: seating CZK 400, standing CZK 270.
SUNDAY DIXIE
J. J. Jazzmen
dixieland
The band J. J. Jazzmen was formed in 1993 under the leadership of Jan Jirucha, who lent his name to the band. They have performed ever since with the program "Remembrance of Louis Armstrong" in the Czech Republic and abroad, including Germany, Denmark, Switzerland, France, Italy, and England, as well as on Mediterranean Jazz Cruises and in the USA.
Admission: CZK 90.
David Dorůžka Trio
contemporary jazz
Guitarist David Dorůžka, whose significance and activities reach well beyond the Czech music scene, will perform music from his new CD "Autumn Tales". He will share the stage with his colleagues who recorded with him, bassist Jiří Slavík and drummer Martin Novák. "Autumn Tales" was released at the end of 2016 by the Animal Music label and has been called "a masterpiece" by Lidovky.cz, "timeless tales" by Rock&All magazine, and "an unusually delicate album" by jazzport.cz. Dorůžka’s three previous CDs have all received Anděl Awards for Best jazz album of the year. As a sideman, Dorůžka has appeared on more than 25 CDs. His current trio stands out because of its unusually dynamic and sensitive interplay, deeply rooted in the jazz tradition, yet open to experiments and borrowing from other musical genres, ranging from rock influences and Middle Eastern grooves to adaptations of folk melodies and classical pieces.
Admission seating CZK 200, standing CZK 150.
Adéla Zejfartová & Sunny Swing Orchestra
swing
Adéla Zejfartová is a captivating young singer who with her swing band performs a smooth, vocal jazz of the 20’s, 30’s and 40’s. Her music is suitable for peaceful listening, but also for dancing. Zejfarová’s voice is charismatic and her band's musical acuity is not to be missed!
Admission seating CZK 200, standing CZK 150.
Ondřej Štveráček "SPACE PROJECT"
modern jazz
The new project of well-known saxophonist, Ondřej Štveráček. Energy, bravura technique and creative improvisation, enriched by the modern sound of keyboards and electro effects. So fasten your seatbelts and blast off into the top modern jazz of 21st century! Ondřej Štveráček – ts, ss, eff; Luboš Šrámek – keys, p; Tomáš Baroš – b; Dano Šoltis – dr.
Admission seating CZK 200, standing CZK 150.
10 % discount for both concerts.
SEXMOB (USA)
downtown jazz - grooves
The band came together in 1996 for a weekly residency at the legendary downtown NYC venue The Knitting Factory and in 1998 released its debut album, Din of Inequity. This was followed by 2000's Solid Sender, 2001's Sex Mob Bond, 2003's Dime Grind Palace, 2006's Sexotica, 2009's Sex Mob Meets Medeski: Live in Willisau and 2013's Cinema, Circus & Spaghetti: Sex Mob Plays Fellini. All showcased Bernstein as a remarkable arranger and interpreter, and Sexmob as a group with a distinct style and method, yet one in line with jazz tradition. Bernstein explains: "Covers to me means you play it just like the record. I just take songs that I feel have a great melody and do them in my style. So I'll pick a tune and tell the guys, 'Let's Sexmob this!' And I realize that's what jazz musicians have always done. That's how Lester Young and Charlie Parker and Miles Davis got popular. They played the songs that everyone knew. And because they could recognize the song, then they invited them into their style".
Admission - presale until August 25th: seating CZK 300, standing CZK 200,
after August 26th: seating CZK 380, standing CZK 280.
No club discounts. Thank you for understanding.
JAZZBIT (Mladí ladí jazz)
Echoes of Prague
Robert Ragan Jr. Project
jazz
The concert series Jazzbit is a sister project to Mladí Ladí Jazz Festival. For already five years, Jazzbit has been frequently presenting the young talents of the Czech and foreign jazz scenes, including Oran Etkin (USA), Femi Temowo (UK) and the band Eggnoise.
Whole evening admission: till years 26 - CZK 80, above years 26 - CZK 160.
Seating one price: CZK 250.
Milli Janatková Quintet
„To My Roots“
alternative music
The new CD, “To My Roots,” will be the focus of the multitalented musician and visual artist Milli Janatková´s project and band. The quintet will interpret the songs of Janatková´s great-aunt, Vera P. Kistler, who moved to the USA as a "war bride" after the Second World War and became a successful composer and writer – a tumultuous life story that inspired the creation of Janatková´s interesting project. The songs are based on jazz, chanson, classical and folk music. The musicians´ highly crafted interplay will enchant you by the playful rhythms and impressive melodies. “To My Roots“ is interconnected thematically with Milli´s successful debut CD, "Transformation," which in 2014 and 2016 was honored with eight nominations for The Independent Music Awards, USA and two nominations for the Czech Tais Awards. Milli Janatková – voc, g; Marek Novotný – p; Petr Tichý – db; Tomáš Vokurka – dr; Cyrille Oswald – ts, fl.
Admission seating CZK 200, standing CZK 150.
Muff
original groove music
The independent label Polí5 recently released the third album of this experimental groove-jazz band, Muff. Muff’s concerts consist of original compositions, inspired by Miles Davis’ 70´s groups, Wayne Shorter, Art Ensemble of Chicago, and Medeski, Martin & Wood. Their first album released on Animal Music (2010) was highly rated by critics, as was their second album, christened at Muff’s home club – Jazz Dock (sax, g, keys, b, dr).
Admission: seating CZK 200, standing CZK 150.
Török - Slavík - Křišťan Trio
original music - postmodern jazz
Fresh original material by the experienced pianist Vítek Křišťan together with instrumentalist, composer and lector Jiří Slavík and the phenomenal trumpet player Oskar Török (trp, b, p).
Admission seating CZK 200, standing CZK 150.
Jana Lota Band
alternative music
Remarkable Czech singer Jana Lota has a new audiovisual project called "Rudohořím" based on texts inspired by mountain nature, strong melodies and original musical arrangements. Her music combines alternative pop, indie rock, folk, electro as well as some other musical styles. Jana Lota is accompanied by the talented musicians Jan Aleš – key; Michael Nosek – dr; Jakub Lenz – g and Jan Jakubec – b.
Admission: seating CZK 300, standing CZK 200.
10 % discount for both concerts.
JAZZ OF FOUR CONTINENTS
MOUSSA CISSOKHO - JAN GALEGA BRÖNNIMANN - OMRI HASON AFRICAN PROJECT (SEN/IL/CH)
world music
Three Countries – one Language! Chamber Music from Africa, Middle East and Europe.
The music of JMO - Jan Galega Brönnimann (Switzerland), Prince Moussa Cissokho (Senegal) and Omri Hason (Israel) is a reminiscence of the art of storytelling. The trio creates a tension of traditional and modern music from Africa, Europe and the Middle East. The sparkling sound of the Kora (African Harp with 26 strings) meets the warm tone of the Bass Clarinet and oriental percussion. "Al nge taa" is the first release of the trio. It means "let's move!" in Mandinka, a language spoken in Gambia, Mali and Senegal. The songs are written by the three musicians and reflect their different backgrounds. Listening to "Al nge taa" is an unforgettable adventure thanks to its merging of different musical traditions, the band’s unique line-up and its wealth of ingenious melodies and rhythms. Moussa Cissokho – kora, vocal, talking drum Jan Galega Brönnimann – contra alto clarinet, bass clarinet, soprano Sax; Omri Hason percussion, hang, kalimba.
Admission - presale: seating CZK 350, standing CZK 200,
at the door: seating CZK 450, standing CZK 250.
No club discounts. Thank you for understanding.
Yvonne Sanchez Band
latin jazz & soul
This well-known Polish-Cuban jazz vocalist with a honey-smooth voice that has charmed audiences around the world will sing again at Jazz Dock! You will hear jazz standards and Brazilian music as soul and the composer’s own songs from her album "My Garden" released two years ago by the Warner Music label (voc, g, p, b, dr, perc).
Admission: seating CZK 350, standing CZK 250.
SUNDAY DIXIE
Metropolitan Jazz Band a Eva Emingerová
dixieland
Trumpeter Josef Krajník founded this band in 1972. Their music was originally mainly focused on Dixieland but gradually expanded its repertoire to the jazz mainstream. Despite some staff exchanges, the sound of MJB remains the same, especially thanks to Josef Krajník and his unmistakable style of playing on the trumpet, drawing inspiration from among others the legendary Louis Armstrong and Roy Eldridge.
Admission CZK 90.
Emil Viklický Quartet ft. M.Hloucal
modern jazz
The famous Czech jazz pianist and composer with his trio will play mainly his own compositions, as well as modern arrangements of jazz standards. Trumpeter Miroslav Hloucal, a regular guest to the trio, will be present to enrich the sound (p, trp, b, dr).
Admission seating CZK 200, standing CZK 150.
Jaroslav Šimíček Quintet
modern jazz
The Jaroslav Šimíček Quartet started off with their debut album "The Way Home" (Arta, 2009) with an original repertoire ranging from tender ballads to straight-ahead jazz to groove. The previously alternating outstanding saxophonists David Fárek and Osian Roberts have joined instrumentalists Vít Pospíšil (piano), Dušan Černák (drums) and leader Jiří Šimíček (double bass) to form the current quintet, which has recently recorded the album "Quintet" (Arta, 2017). It has already received positive reviews from musicians, such as Jan Štolba’s Sleevenote, as well as critics, such as Jan Hocek on Jazzport.
Admission seating CZK 200, standing CZK 150.