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Ladislav Nič  ©yhalinen.com Young Artists Stage feat. Miloš Dvořáček Many of us are constantly trying to expand our musical horizons because we love and live for the music—whether you play an instrument or are a dedicated listener like me. Tomorrow, Tuesday, at Café Anežka (Convent of St. Agnes) starting at 18:30, you have a unique opportunity to […]

Ondřej Pivec Organic Quartet @ Jazz Dock 11.4.2026 The First Class TreatmentSome frequent flyers are lucky enough to get an upgrade from Economy to Business class—always a pleasant surprise. But what if you are already sitting in Business? On rare occasions, you get moved to First Class. That is exactly the feeling I had last

Libor’s Jam Session @ U Staré paní – 8.4.2026 Libor’s Jam Session must be one of the most popular established music events in the capital. Last night, the “Old Lady” was packed again; finding a seat was nearly impossible if you arrived even a little late. The stage was just as crowded, filled with musicians

A Night to Remember @ JazzFestBrno,Tuesday, 7.4.2026 There are some concerts you simply don’t forget—no matter if you were on the stage or below it. Last night was one of those. A completely sold-out Cabaret des Péchés delivered exactly what the audience came for; you could see it on the happy faces everywhere. It was a knowledgeable

This is fresh news The trio of Larry Goldings, Peter Bernstein, and Bill Stewart is one of the most enduring forces in modern jazz. With over thirty years of “telepathic” chemistry, anyone with even a passing interest in the genre knows these icons well. Sharing a stage with these legends is more than an honor; for many, it’s

JazzFestBrno: Almost Live Coverage! 🎷 As the only independent music blog in Prague, I’m taking yhalinen.com on the road! Tomorrow night at JazzFestBrno, the Libor Šmoldas Quartet will host the second launch of their album “Sorry, Miles!” at the stunning Cabaret des Péchés starting at 19:30.The album will be christened by no one other than the legendary Peter Bernstein! This is a show

Petra Vlková & Sonic Playground @ U Staré Paní | 2.4.2026 “Grab your coat and get your hat, leave your worry on the doorstep. Just direct your feet to the sunny side of the street.”Those lyrics (famously sung by Louis Armstrong) guided my feet to U Staré Paní last night. I had a date with what is,

Libor Šmoldas & Adam Doucha in Duo @ U Stará Paní | 1.4.2026 Everybody has their own way of rewarding themselves—their own way of relaxing and getting the machine rebooted. Some drink, some eat; I use music, and whenever possible, live music. After last night’s in Duo concert at the “Old Lady” with guitar virtuosos

Hermon Mehari Quartet @ Atelier 57 | 29.3.2026 The best jazz club in Prague, the one in Beroun, Atelier 57, never ceases to amaze me. This Beroun gem continues to bring world-class talent to our doorstep. Last night was no exception, featuring the acclaimed American trumpeter Hermon Mehari. Based in Paris but rooted in the Kansas City

David Friesen Special Trio @ Jazz Dock 28.3 Very rarely has the word “Special” felt as justified as it did last night at Jazz Dock. Spending the evening with the David Friesen Special Trio—featuring David Friesen (bass), John Stowell (guitar), and Libor Šmoldas (guitar)—offered a masterclass in what happens when individual brilliance yields to collective