Malta Jazz Festival 2026

Friday 10 July · Pete Galea ĦOSS Project: 8.00PM Ħoss Project is a Rotterdam-based jazz fusion quartet led by Maltese musician Pete Galea, exploring the intersection of improvisation, electronic textures, and modern groove. Drawing inspiration from boundary-pushing artists like Kneebody and Tigran Hamasyan, as well as the electronic experimentation of Mehliana, their sound is forward-thinking, dynamic, and deeply rooted in contemporary jazz innovation. · Aaron Parks: 9.00PM Aaron Parks is a celebrated pianist and composer whose music seamlessly blends modern jazz with indie rock influences and Eastern modalities. Known for his lyrical sensitivity, rhythmic depth, and harmonic sophistication, Parks creates deeply expressive and introspective soundscapes, solidifying his place among the most influential jazz pianists of his generation. · Ghost-Note: 10.30PM Ghost-Note is a high-energy percussion-driven ensemble from Dallas, Texas, founded by Snarky Puppy members Robert “Sput” Searight and Nate Werth. Fusing funk, hip hop, and jazz, the group delivers electrifying performances with a rotating lineup of world-class musicians, pushing groove-based music into bold and exciting territory. Saturday 11 July · Concert for Young Audiences with Mariele Zammit and Kris Spiteri Join Mariele Zammit and Kris Spiteri for a playful and engaging jazz concert designed for children and their families. Journey through a vibrant mix of waltz, swing, blues, and bossa nova, with storytelling at its heart. Tap, clap, sway, and sing along in a performance that brings jazz to life for audiences of all ages. · Daniel Sant Trio: 8.00PM Daniel Sant is an emerging Maltese pianist and composer, a graduate of the HKU Conservatory Utrecht and recipient of the Malta Arts Scholarship and Joseph Calleja Fund. Leading his trio, Sant presents music that reflects his European experiences and evolving artistic voice. His debut album Catharsis (2023) marked his arriva. Accessibility Persons with disability c