JazzMadrid 2026 festival features international musicians in Madrid

The JazzMadrid 2026 festival is entering a peak week of programming in Madrid, featuring a diverse lineup of musicians from Europe, Africa, the Americas, and Oceania. Organized by the Madrid City Council, the event blends genres including swing, soul, improvisation, and electronic music.

Key international performers include Cameroonian bassist and singer Richard Bona, who integrates African traditions with global jazz, and drummer Mark Guiliana, known for experimental sounds and electronic fusion. Other notable international acts include Uruguayan vocalist Julieta Rada and Australian singer Jessie Gordon.

The week concludes with performances by influential modern drummers Nate Smith and Mark Guiliana, the latter performing with his Beat Music project. The festival also emphasizes local artists as central components of the program, with performances distributed across various venues throughout the city.