One of the main international events dedicated to jazz and New Orleans Beat, Jazz Ascona attracts an enthusiastic audience who appreciates the richness of the program, the relaxed atmosphere of the festival, and the Lake Maggiore as a wonderful background to great open-air concerts. 

 

JazzAscona offers almost 15 concerts a day and a unique musical mix. From New Orleans jazz to swing, from blues to R&B, the festival includes all genres related to the great tradition of jazz and Afro-American music. 

 

“The New Orleans Experience – Original Music & Food from Louisiana” is the festival’s trade-mark. It aims at celebrating New Orleans by showcasing its most representative musicians, offering an overall view of contemporary music from the Crescent City, alongside the experience of tasting savory Louisiana cuisine.