A to JazZ Festival

A to JazZ Festival is a remarkable part of the cultural life of Sofia. Its mission is to spread and promote jazz and improvised music among young people. Founded in 2011 the festival traditionally marks the beginning of summer, presenting the best of jazz and beyond artists in the beautiful South park of Sofia. Every year A to JazZ welcomes over 40,000 people, where great performers such as Branford Marsalis, Christian McBride, Roy Hargrove, Jacob Collier, Robert Glasper, Christian Scott, Kenny Garrett, Bokanté, Cory Henry, Lalah Hathaway, Kurt Elling, Richard Bona, Michel Camilo, Dianne Reeves, José James, Dirty Loops, Nick West, Jazzmeia Horn, Ghost-Note, Snarky Puppy, John McLaughlin, Ruth Koleva and many others have played on its stage.

The festival's program likewise includes jam sessions, art-market of Bulgarian handicrafts, accessories, books and works of art, children’s educational program A to JazZ Kids, professional mini-conference A to JazZ Talks, workshops, sports events and musical yoga.