Muntagninjazz Winter
The winter jazz and singer-songwriter festival at SpazioPingue, Sulmona
About Muntagninjazz Winter
A winter of jazz in the heart of the Peligna Valley
Muntagninjazz Winter is the winter jazz series held in Sulmona, in the heart of the Peligna Valley in the province of L'Aquila, Abruzzo. Born as the winter counterpart to the historic summer Muntagninjazz festival, the season brings six evenings of great music every year from November to April to the intimate and well-curated space of SpazioPingue, a venue that combines a passion for jazz with a love for fine dining.
Live music and culinary culture
The festival's format is one of its most appreciated features: each concert can be enjoyed as a complete experience, pairing live music with a refined dinner or a platter of local specialties. In this way, Muntagninjazz Winter celebrates both musical excellence and the rich culinary heritage of Abruzzo, turning every evening into a social and cultural event.
A lineup of jazz, swing, and international influences
The program balances diverse genres and atmospheres: from big band swing to spiritual jazz, from Brazilian music to world music influences, and from singer-songwriter performances to Dixieland sounds. Over the years, the SpazioPingue stage has hosted top-tier national and international artists, offering the Abruzzo audience a high-caliber lineup.
The Muntagninjazz APS Association
The festival is promoted by the Muntagninjazz APS association, based in Introdacqua, the same organization that produces the large summer festival held across numerous towns in the Peligna Valley. Muntagninjazz Winter extends the association's musical offerings throughout the year, providing enthusiasts with a regular appointment during the colder months and helping to make Sulmona a landmark for jazz in Abruzzo.
How the season works
- Six concerts from November to April at SpazioPingue, Sulmona (AQ)
- Season tickets or individual concert tickets available
- Packages combining music with dinners or local product platters
- Programming featuring jazz, swing, soul, Brazilian music, and world music
Muntagninjazz Winter — edition 2026
The 2025-26 season of Muntagninjazz Winter at SpazioPingue in Sulmona consisted of six events, one more than in previous editions. The program alternated between different genres and atmospheres, confirming the festival's commitment to offering open and eclectic jazz.
The season opened on November 21, 2025, with As Madalenas (Cristina Renzetti and Tatiana Valle), voices and instruments of Brazilian music in Italy, followed on December 5 by the Dixie Hogs with the Dixieland atmosphere of the 1920s New Orleans. On January 30, 2026, it was the turn of the Lorenzo Hengeller Trio, blending swing and singer-songwriter style, while on February 20, the stage hosted Claudio «Greg» Gregori & Massimo Pirone Quintet with the swing vibes of Las Vegas. On March 13, the Spiritual Trio led by trumpeter Fabrizio Bosso took the stage, with Alberto Marsico on organ and Alessandro Minetto on drums. The season closed on April 10, 2026, with The Blend Factory and the voice of Taryn Szpilman.
Programme Muntagninjazz Winter 2026
2025-26 Season Program
- November 21, 2025 — As Madalenas (Cristina Renzetti and Tatiana Valle), Brazilian music
- December 5, 2025 — Dixie Hogs, Dixieland and 1920s New Orleans
- January 30, 2026 — Lorenzo Hengeller Trio, swing and singer-songwriter
- February 20, 2026 — Claudio «Greg» Gregori & Massimo Pirone Quintet, swing
- March 13, 2026 — Spiritual Trio with Fabrizio Bosso (trumpet), Alberto Marsico (organ), Alessandro Minetto (drums)
- April 10, 2026 — The Blend Factory with Taryn Szpilman (vocals)
Highlights Muntagninjazz Winter 2026
- Concert by the Spiritual Trio featuring trumpeter Fabrizio Bosso
- Opening with the Brazilian music of As Madalenas
- International closing with The Blend Factory and Taryn Szpilman
Prices Muntagninjazz Winter 2026
Practical information — Muntagninjazz Winter
Location
SpazioPingue, Sulmona (AQ), Peligna Valley, Abruzzo.
Getting there
By car: Sulmona is accessible via the A25 Rome-Pescara motorway, taking the Pratola Peligna-Sulmona exit. By train: Sulmona station is served by lines connecting to Rome, Pescara, and L'Aquila.
Tickets and season passes
Season passes and individual tickets are available, with options including dinner or a platter of local products. For information and reservations: call +39 0864 206000 / +39 335 7174568, or email [email protected].
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