Event Details
- Start Date: 09/08/2026
- End Date: 09/08/2026
- Location: Garda Trentino
The summer on Lake Garda is set to host a truly special musical event. On August 9, 2026, the Garda Jazz Festival will proudly present Emma Smith, one of the most acclaimed and versatile voices in contemporary jazz.
As the winner of the prestigious Parliamentary Jazz Vocalist of the Year award, Emma Smith has captivated international audiences, from the grand stages of London’s Royal Albert Hall to intimate jazz clubs worldwide. Her artistry extends beyond pure interpretation; she is also a talented arranger and songwriter, gifted with exceptional vocal capabilities that allow her to explore every emotional nuance with great skill.
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Her collaborations include names such as Michael Bublé and the Quincy Jones Orchestra, reflecting a career rich with significant encounters and triumphs. Following her successful tour with the American supergroup Postmodern Jukebox and important accolades like the prestigious Worshipful Company of Musicians’ medal, Emma brings the resonance of her latest work, ‘Bitter Orange,’ to Riva del Garda.
Released by the US label La Reserve, this album offers an intimate snapshot into the artist’s mind and personal life, a sonic journey deeply rooted in the past yet speaking to the present. It will be an opportunity to immerse oneself in her captivating melodies, accompanied by Sam Watts on piano, Conor Chaplin on double bass, and Andreu Pitarch on drums.
This concert promises to be a moment of pure emotion, where jazz music harmonizes with the enchanting atmosphere of Riva del Garda, offering an unforgettable evening for lovers of fine music and the lake’s inherent beauty.
