“Sans le jazz, la vie serait une erreur.” – Boris Vian
Without jazz, life would be a mistake…
At one moment or another, one must sink into the free and beguiling sounds of jazz. It is a style that surprises and comforts its listeners in equal measure. Malaga is home to clubs that foster all styles of Jazz, so whether you seek the soft tones of a single piano, or the thrill of a big band you will find it.
Jazz encourages originality; try something different.
Clarence Jazz Club: Jazz Jam and Concerts
Malaga’s Clarence Jazz Club is located right in the centre of the city and organises frequent jazz or blues jams throughout the week. Jazz musicians turn up to meet their fellow creatives and all play together in spontaneity. Audiences enjoy familiar jazz standards, re-imagined and arranged in real time.
For a night of unexpected, avant-garde, fun a jazz jam is perfect.
Otherwise, you may find pre-organised events where renowned jazz musicians perform in trios, solos or bands. If you hope to find a style more specific to your taste simply consult the schedule on the website, where you’ll find the upcoming concerts planned.
Feeling Fancy?
Bon Bon Jazz Bar and Bistro: Piano Bar and Open Mics
Bon Bon are open every day from 18:30 to 2:30, found right in front of the beach, offering cocktails and bistro food. The final days of the week lend themselves to musical performances.
If you’re someone who seeks the soft elegance of jazz, Bon Bon Jazz Bar may be more to you’re taste. Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday they offer a night of jazz piano. The velvet tones are not the main act of your evening, rather they accompany drinks and conversation with elegance.
However, should u prefer to fully submerge yourself in the music, every Sunday they hold open mics where all can showcase their talent on stage. Communities come together as people of all nationalities sing and play and laugh together.
You must ensure you book tables on the website, as demand is often high.
“[Jazz is] conflict and it’s compromise, and it’s just… it’s new every time. It’s brand new every night. It’s very, very exciting!” – Sebastian, La La Land
La Polivalente: Jazz, Blues and Bossa Nova
La Polivalente is different every single night. Home to a range of cultural performances (cinema, dance, theatre and music), you never know what to expect.
The club is located only a ten-minute walk from the central Plaza de la Constitution. Though, not strictly a jazz club, it frequently offers nights of to jazz, bossa nova and blues. To find the music that would suit you, you should simply head to their website, lapolivalente.com. There is a clear outline of the styles and bands playing each evening and so can pick according completely to your taste.
Jazz fan or not, Malaga will always provide you with a source of original entertainment. You make seek the music that you already love as renowned professionals play on the stage, or you may expose yourself to something new. Perhaps you’ve never heard jazz before, and a new love will be found. Eitherway, get into the swing of things and have a delightful evening!
