Once Upon a Time There Was Swing

A Journey Through Time to the Notes of Swing

Once Upon a Time There Was Swing is a narrative concert that the Circolo Cittadino of Jesi offers as part of the Jesi Estate program, in the heart of the historic center of the city in the Province of Ancona, in the Marche region. The format combines live music with narration: between songs, voices and words guide the audience in discovering a genre that has marked the history of 20th-century music, from American big bands to the most beloved Italian interpretations.

Swing, Music That Has Been Making People Dance for Over a Century

Born in the United States between the 1920s and 1930s, swing is the sound of big orchestras, brilliant brass sections, and syncopated rhythms that invite dancing. In Italy, the genre experienced a golden age, with performers capable of reinterpreting the American style with a distinctly Mediterranean elegance. Once Upon a Time There Was Swing celebrates this cultural encounter, bringing timeless melodies back to life in an intimate and evocative atmosphere.

The Setting of the Circolo Cittadino

The event takes place at the Circolo Cittadino of Jesi, a city cultural institution active since 1876 and located just a short walk from Corso Matteotti, the main artery of the historic center. The cozy and charming venue offers the ideal setting for an evening of listening and storytelling, where the quality of live performances meets the pleasure of conviviality.

Part of Jesi Estate

The event is part of the rich program of Jesi Estate, the summer festival promoted by the Municipality of Jesi, which animates the city with concerts, open-air cinema, shows, and cultural initiatives for over three months. Once Upon a Time There Was Swing is scheduled for the second half of September, ideally closing the season with a tribute to a genre that never ceases to fascinate.

Who It's For

• Fans of jazz, swing, and vintage music
• Those who enjoy intimate concerts with a narrative and educational focus
• Visitors wishing to discover the cultural life of Jesi and the Vallesina area
• Families and the curious looking for a different evening in the historic center

An opportunity to rediscover, in the heart of the Marche, the charm of music that has spanned the century and continues to make feet tap to the beat.