Pijazzo – Piano Jazz at the Palais
Exquisite piano jazz festival in the courtyard of Palais Steingraeber
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Piano Jazz in the Heart of Bayreuth
Pijazzo – Piano Jazz at the Palais is a festival for sophisticated piano jazz in the Upper Franconian festival city of Bayreuth (Bavaria). The venue is the inner courtyard of Palais Steingraeber, the home of the world-renowned Steingraeber piano manufactory. The organizer is Jazzforum Bayreuth e.V. in cooperation with Steingraeber and Studiobühne.
The Concept: Four Days, Five Concerts, The Grand Piano at the Center
The festival follows a clear idea: four days, five concerts, with the grand piano at the center of attention. All concerts take place outdoors in the Palais courtyard; a majority of the seats are covered or protected by umbrellas. A special feature is the integration of the city church's carillon into the musical experience – music and location merge to create a unique atmosphere.
Program Profile
- International pianists and their trios/duos
- Program spanning jazz, classical, neoclassical, flamenco, and electronic sounds
- Intimate open-air setting with high concert quality
- Festival pass for all concerts offering significant savings
Significance
With its combination of excellent piano jazz and a historic manufactory ambiance, Pijazzo has established itself as a refined, curated festival since its inception. 2026 will mark its sixth edition. The close connection to its location in Bayreuth – the city of the Wagner Festival and the Steingraeber piano manufactory – gives the festival a distinctive profile in the Franconian cultural calendar.
Pijazzo — edition 2026
Pijazzo 2026 invites you for the sixth time to the inner courtyard of Palais Steingraeber from May 14-17. Four days, five concerts, the grand piano at the center – all performances take place outdoors.
The opening on Thursday, May 14, at 8 PM, features Andreas Schaerer & Daniel García Diego with vocal experiments and flamenco pianism. On Friday, May 15, at 8 PM, Michael Wollny & Émile Parisien (sold out) will perform music between jazz, classical, and avant-garde. Saturday, May 16, brings the Hania Rani / Derej Trio (jazz, neoclassical, electronic) at 4 PM and the Marco Mezquida Trio with »TÁCTIL« at 8 PM. Concluding on Sunday, May 17, at 8 PM, the Sharon Mansur Trio will present their debut »Trigger«.
Programme Pijazzo 2026
Concert Program 2026
- Thu, May 14, 8:00 PM – Andreas Schaerer & Daniel García Diego
- Fri, May 15, 8:00 PM – Michael Wollny & Émile Parisien (sold out)
- Sat, May 16, 4:00 PM – Hania Rani / Derej Trio
- Sat, May 16, 8:00 PM – Marco Mezquida Trio »TÁCTIL«
- Sun, May 17, 8:00 PM – Sharon Mansur Trio »Trigger«
Highlights Pijazzo 2026
- Sixth edition of Bayreuth's exquisite piano jazz festival
- Open-air concerts in the historic courtyard of Palais Steingraeber
- Michael Wollny & Émile Parisien (concert sold out)
- Festival pass for all five concerts offering significant savings
Prices Pijazzo 2026
Practical information — Pijazzo
Getting There
Palais Steingraeber is located on Friedrichstraße in the center of Bayreuth (95444), within walking distance of the main train station. Bayreuth is easily accessible via the A9 and A70 motorways and by train.
Tickets
Tickets are available individually and as a festival pass, which grants access to all concerts and is significantly cheaper than single tickets. Sales via okticket.de.
Tip
As the concerts are held outdoors, please bring weather-appropriate clothing; a majority of the seats are covered.
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Where it takes place Pijazzo
Palais Steingraeber (Steingraeber-Hoftheater)
Friedrichstraße 2, 95444 Bayreuth