What is the admission fee?

The admission fee for the opening concert is €20, reduced €12. Tickets are available at the Fürth Music School office while supplies last.

When does the concert start and how long does it last?

The concert starts on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at 8 PM. The duration is typically around two hours including applause.

Where does the concert take place?

Fürth Music School, Südstadtpark 1, 90763 Fürth. The hall is located in the building of the music school in Südstadtpark.

Is there accessible access?

Yes. According to the City of Fürth, the music school has a ramp, wide doors, and an accessible toilet. Please note possible opening hours.

How do I reach the location by public transport or car?

Public transport: U1 to Jakobinenstraße plus a short walk; bus lines 173, 174, 177, 179 to Südstadtpark or surrounding area. Parking in designated spaces around Südstadtpark.

Is there a supporting act or reserved seating?

A separate supporting act has not been announced. Seating arrangements will be communicated on site by the music school; arriving early is recommended.

When Jazz Ignites: Instructors Spark Fürth's Opening with Groove and Heart

Name: 36th Fürth Jazz Workshop: Opening Concert of the Instructors
Start: 2026-01-03T21:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-01-03T23:00:00+01:00
Location: Musikschule Fürth

Grand Opening: The Instructors Bring Jazz Energy to Fürth

On January 3, 2026, the instructors of the 36th Fürth Jazz Workshop will transform the Fürth music school into a vibrant soundstage. Starting at 8 PM, vocals, saxophone, trombone, guitar, piano, bass, and drums will come together to form an ensemble that showcases joy in playing, virtuosity, and immediate live atmosphere.

Sound Colors that Breathe

When Susanne Schönwiese opens the space with nuanced timbre, Tobias Schöpker weaves lines over the groove, and Paul Kunzmann grounds the sound with sonorous trombone, vibrant orchestration emerges. Peter Pelzner’s guitar adds sparkling accents, Dieter Köhnlein creates harmonic spaces with modern jazz language, Hendrik Gosmann anchors the form on bass, while Yogo Pausch brings pulse and dynamics with his finely crafted drumming.

Masterclass on Stage

The instructor ensemble represents decades of stage experience, festival routine, and educational excellence. The synchronization between improvisation and arrangement creates a concert experience with clear dramaturgy: sensitive ballads, interactive solos, and dense ensemble playing – always supported by precise communication and an audience atmosphere that makes closeness tangible.

Jazz Tradition Meets Present

The program stretches a span between modern jazz, swing reminiscences, and contemporary grooves, from chamber music transparency to energetic collective play. Transparent acoustics and focused conducting from within the ensemble ensure a sound that makes every nuance audible.

Voices of the Fans

The reactions online are clear: The workshop team delights its audience. On Instagram, a visitor writes, 'So much joy in playing and groove – can’t wait for the opening!' A listener comments on Facebook: 'Every year goosebumps at the opening concert.' On YouTube, it is said: 'The live intensity immediately transfers – great cinema.'

Conclusion

An opening that sets standards: sonically rich, rhythmically compelling, emotionally immediate. Those who want to experience jazz with closeness, a sense of risk, and craftsmanship should catch this opening concert live at the Fürth music school.