Correggio Jazz
The international jazz festival at the Asioli Theatre in Correggio
About Correggio Jazz
Correggio Jazz, international jazz in the heart of the Reggio Emilia province
Correggio Jazz is one of the longest-running and most appreciated jazz festivals in Emilia-Romagna. Every year, in May, the festival transforms the Bonifazio Asioli Municipal Theatre in Correggio, in the province of Reggio Emilia, into an international stage, featuring acclaimed masters, avant-garde projects, and emerging young musicians. The event is promoted and organized by the Municipality of Correggio together with Jazz Network and is part of the prestigious regional Crossroads circuit, which brings jazz to over twenty cities in Emilia-Romagna.
A world-class program
The strength of Correggio Jazz lies in the quality of its programming, capable of connecting the different facets of contemporary jazz: from American mainstream to the latest research, from electronic music to world music fusions. Over the years, the Asioli Theatre has hosted some of the most important performers on the international scene, maintaining a constant balance between tradition and innovation. The concerts take place in the theatre's intimate and refined hall, a setting that encourages close listening and a great connection between artists and the audience.
Spotlight on young talent
Alongside the major stars, Correggio Jazz has always dedicated special attention to new generations through the Correggio On Time project, a workshop-competition for musicians under 30. Selected groups participate in intensive coaching days and perform on the theatre's stage, creating a true breeding ground for emerging Italian and European jazz talents.
Correggio and the Asioli Theatre
A historic town in the Reggio Emilia plains, Correggio is known as the birthplace of the great Renaissance painter Antonio Allegri, known as Correggio. The Bonifazio Asioli Municipal Theatre, located on Corso Cavour in the historic center, is the hub of the town's cultural life and the festival's historic venue. The event is a significant part of Emilia-Romagna's cultural offerings, a region long fertile for jazz and live music.
Correggio Jazz — edition 2026
Correggio Jazz 2026 — 24th Edition, Crossroads Theme
The 24th edition of Correggio Jazz, scheduled from May 14 to 30, 2026, at the Bonifazio Asioli Municipal Theatre, revolves around the theme Crossroads 2026 and offers an international lineup, organized by the Municipality of Correggio and Jazz Network. All concerts start at 9 PM.
The festival opens on May 14 with drummer Makaya McCraven and continues with the young saxophonist Isaiah Collier, who on May 20 pays tribute to John Coltrane. A double bill features Enrico Rava: on May 21 with Guano Padano in the La Giostra project and on May 23 with the Artchipel Orchestra conducted by Ferdinando Faraò. There is also space for vocals with China Moses (May 26) and the trio of Hamid Drake with Pasquale Mirra and Aly Keita (May 27). The festival concludes with two exceptional events: the Fabrizio Bosso Quartet with Nico Gori on May 29 and Danilo Rea with Martux_m in the Sakamoto & Me project on May 30.
The event also includes space for young talent with Correggio On Time, which on May 16 features the group Quinto Elemento with free admission.
Programme Correggio Jazz 2026
Concert Schedule (9 PM, Asioli Theatre)
- May 14 — Makaya McCraven (with Marquis Hill, Matt Gold, Junius Paul)
- May 16 — Quinto Elemento "Oscar's Fables", Correggio On Time (free admission)
- May 20 — Isaiah Collier Plays Coltrane
- May 21 — Guano Padano with Enrico Rava "La Giostra"
- May 23 — Artchipel Orchestra meets Enrico Rava (direction Ferdinando Faraò)
- May 24 — Francesca Tandoi Trio
- May 26 — China Moses "It's Complicated"
- May 27 — Hamid Drake / Pasquale Mirra / Aly Keita
- May 29 — Fabrizio Bosso Quartet with Nico Gori
- May 30 — Danilo Rea + Martux_m "Sakamoto & Me"
Highlights Correggio Jazz 2026
- American drummer Makaya McCraven opening the festival
- Double tribute to Enrico Rava with Guano Padano and the Artchipel Orchestra
- China Moses with the "It's Complicated" project
- The Fabrizio Bosso Quartet with Nico Gori and the finale by Danilo Rea with Martux_m
- Correggio On Time, a showcase for young jazz talents under 30
Prices Correggio Jazz 2026
Practical information — Correggio Jazz
Location
The concerts are held at the Bonifazio Asioli Municipal Theatre, Corso Cavour 9 in Correggio (RE), in the heart of the historic center.
Times
All concerts start at 9 PM.
Tickets
Single full price ticket €18 (numbered seat), reduced price for students under 30 €10; season ticket for all concerts €100. Tickets available at the Asioli Theatre box office and online via Vivaticket.
Box office and contacts
Asioli Theatre Box Office: tel. 0522 637813, email [email protected]. Open on weekdays (except Thursdays) from 6 PM to 7 PM and Saturdays from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM; on performance days, also from 8 PM.
How to get here
Correggio can be reached by car from the A1 motorway (Reggio Emilia exit) or via the Via Emilia; the historic center and the theatre are easily accessible on foot from the main city parking lots.
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Where does it take place — Correggio Jazz
Teatro Comunale Bonifazio Asioli
Corso Cavour 9, 42015 Correggio