Jazz in Israel has been around for years and even dates back to the British Mandate. While it has historical roots, Jazz in Israel gained attention and popularity in the nineties. Today, the Jazz scene in Israel is thriving with many local artists gaining world attention and international Jazz performers coming to Israel for festivals and concerts. Musicians like Avishai Cohen and Avi Lebovich have lead the way to the jazz scene in Israel with more up-and-coming artists emerging. Integrating Israeli culture and sounds into Jazz is part of what makes it so unique. Check out upcoming and past events showcasing Jazz in Israel, you won’t be disappointed.

Jazz in Israel
Jazz in Israel

Red Sea Jazz Festival in Eilat, Israel: November 10-12, 2022
The Red Sea Jazz Festival will return to Eilat this fall from November 10-12, 2022. The festival will host three days of music from both local and international Jazz musicians. Featured artists include Jacob Collier, Anat Cohen Quartetinho, Third World Lov, Ariel Bart Quintet, and many more. The festival will also hold the traditional Red... Read More
Sphera Festival in Eilat, Israel. February 24-26, 2022
The Sphera Festival, a new festival for contemporary Israeli world music, will take place for three days from February 24 to 26, 2022. The festival will feature some of Israel’s most popular artists with world music influences, as well as artists from around the world. The line-up includes the likes of Ehud Banai, Riff Cohen,... Read More
New Orleans Jazz Festival, Tel Aviv – October 14-16, 2021
The New Orleans Jazz Festival will take place from October 14-16, 2021 at the Tel Aviv Museum of Art. The New Orleans Festival is a relatively new festival that celebrates the music of the famed American city, known as the birthplace of many genres of American music. Dozens of international acts and local performers will... Read More
Pianos in Jerusalem Festival in Israel. November 13-16, 2019
This fall, the The Jerusalem Theater will host the Pianos in Jerusalem Festival from November 13-16, 2019. The festival features four days of world music, classical, and jazz and centers almost exclusively on the piano. This year, the festival will feature over 300 participants, concerts, recitals, movies, orchestras, music notes, and piano keys. Now in... Read More
Dirty Cello at the Yellow Submarine in Jerusalem, Israel. July 3, 2019
Dirty Cello will perform at Yellow Submarine in Jerusalem, Israel on July 3, 2019. Dirty Cello has performed across the globe, from China to Italy, and all over the United States. The San Francisco based band, Dirty Cello is known for their high energy and unique spin on blues and bluegrass. The show will take... Read More
The New Orleans Jazz Festival in Tel Aviv, Israel. June 20-22, 2019
The New Orleans Festival will be hosted in Tel Aviv, Israel at the Tel Aviv Museum of Art from June 20-22, 2019. Showcasing Jazz music with a variety of artists from around the world, the event is a musical celebration. Performances for children will also be held, this is a family-friendly event. Tickets can be... Read More
Red Sea Jazz Festival in Eilat, Israel. February 20-22, 2020
The Red Sea Jazz festival returns for another year in Eilat, Israel from February 20-22, 2020. It will take place in either the Isrotel Theatre or the Isorhall (sports hotel) in Eilat, Israel from February 20-22, 2020.The cultural event that brings the jazz and music community in Israel together fills the Eilat port with rhythm... Read More
Avishai Cohen feat. Big Vicious in Tel Aviv, Israel. December 7 & 8, 2018
Avishai Cohen, a well-known and talented Israeli Trumpeter, will perform in Tel Aviv, Israel on December 7 and 8, 2018, featuring Big Vicious. A staple in the Jazz scene, Avishai Cohen is regarded as one of the best trumpeters worldwide. Big Vicious brings a new vibe and sound combining groove, jazz, rock, and psychedelia to the... Read More
Jerusalem Jazz Festival. September 8-10, 2021
The Jerusalem Jazz Festival is returning to Israel from September 8-10, 2021 and will be held at The Israel Museum in Jerusalem. It will be part of the 59th Israel Festival. With jazz artists from Israel and across the world, the festival will feature original productions, first-time performers, new compositions and classic songs. Performers will... Read More
Pat Metheny in Tel Aviv, Israel. June 15, 2016
Pat Metheny, one of the most acclaimed jazz guitarists in the world is returning to Tel Aviv, Israel. Methany, will perform his show “An evening with Pat Metheny”, in Rishon Lezion at the Live Park, ten minutes south of Tel Aviv. Pat Metheny was awarded 20 Grammy Awards in the last 30 years and has collaborated... Read More
The Tel Aviv Jazz Festival. December 18-20, 2019
The Tel Aviv Jazz Festival will take place from December 18-20 at the Tel Aviv Museum of Art. It is one of the most riveting and prominent jazz events in Israel and has earned a prestigious reputation over the past 28 years.A wonderful variety of performances by Israeli and international artists take place over the... Read More