Jazz India Circuit 2026 Returns with International Jazz Artists Across Three Cities

9th Edition Brings Global Jazz Voices to India

India is set to get jazzed up once again as Teamwork Arts announces the 9th edition of the Jazz India Circuit, scheduled to tour Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi from 4th to 8th February 2026. A flagship platform for contemporary and cutting-edge jazz, the Circuit continues its mission of presenting world-class live jazz experiences to Indian audiences. 

A Platform for Contemporary and Experimental Jazz

Over the years, the Jazz India Circuit has established itself as one of India’s most exciting live music properties. The 2026 edition brings together internationally acclaimed artists and boundary-pushing collaborations, reaffirming the Circuit’s focus on improvisation, groove, and fearless experimentation across cultures and musical traditions. 

Power-Packed International Line-Up

Headlining the 2026 edition is the Benny Greb Brass Band (Germany). Widely regarded as one of the most influential drummers of the 21st century, Benny Greb delivers a high-octane fusion of jazz and funk celebrated for its tight grooves, explosive energy, and signature sound. 

Cross-Cultural Dialogues in Jazz

Also featured is the Federica Colangelo Trio (Italy), led by pianist and composer Federica Colangelo. Her project Acquaphonica functions as a contemporary jazz laboratory, blending composition and improvisation with cross-cultural rhythmic research. The trio’s current project, Forward, features acclaimed Carnatic percussionist B. C. Manjunath, expanding the ensemble’s rhythmic and improvisational language. 

Interstellar Sounds and Improvisation

Adding another dimension to the tour is Interstellar (The Netherlands), the dynamic duo of drummer Joost Lijbaart and guitarist Bram Stadhouders. With over 300 concerts across five continents, Interstellar weaves deep tribal grooves, jazz, electronics, and open improvisation into trance-inducing live performances inspired by the spirit of Bitches Brew. 

Jazz as Feel, Groove, and Freedom

Speaking about the 2026 edition, Festival Producer Avik Roy noted that the Jazz India Circuit continues to be a vital platform for artists redefining jazz through bold collaborations and experimentation. The three-city tour reflects the diversity of global jazz today—where groove-driven brass ensembles meet rhythm-led explorations and cross-cultural conversations rooted in jazz, funk, and Indian classical traditions. 

Live, Immersive, and Unmissable

From smoky club corners to iconic performance spaces, the Jazz India Circuit invites audiences to experience jazz as it is meant to be heard—live, immersive, and full of surprise. Whether first-time listeners or seasoned jazz enthusiasts, audiences can expect blazing solos, electrifying vibes, and musicians they will proudly say they discovered early. 

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Takeaway

With its 9th edition, the Jazz India Circuit reaffirms its place as a cornerstone of India’s live jazz ecosystem. By bringing together global jazz innovators and cross-cultural collaborations across three cities, the 2026 tour celebrates jazz as a living, evolving language—rooted in groove, improvisation, and creative freedom.