JAZZ IN MACAO 2025
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Concerts venue: Macau Cultural Centre (MCC)
The parties’ venue is the Macau Fisherman’s Wharf (a 5-minute walk from MCC).
MARCH 2025
A 4-day Festival: 12 concerts + 3 Parties + 1 Open Scene
Thursday, March 6 – Friday, March 7 – Saturday, March 8 – Sunday, March 9.
17h30 on Thursday (March 6) – 17h30 on Friday (March 7):
Jazz in Macao starts to welcome Festival-goers for 3 concerts.
12h30 on Saturday (March 8):
Jazz in Macao Festival starts to welcome Festival-goers for 6 concerts.
13h30 on Sunday (March 9):
Jazz in Macao Festival starts to welcome Festival-goers for 3 Open Scene concerts.
Thursday (March 6) – Friday (March 7) – Saturday (March 8): Parties from 23h00 until 3h00 am.
THURSDAY – MARCH 6, 2025 (DAY ONE)
CHINESE JAZZ CONCERT
Macau Cultural Centre
Get ready for an enchanting musical journey as the Chinese Jazz Concert unfolds, featuring the extraordinary talent of Coco Zhao as the guest star. Renowned for his soulful renditions and captivating stage presence, Coco Zhao promises an evening of mesmerizing jazz melodies, blending traditional Chinese influences with contemporary jazz flair.
Guest Star: Coco ZHAO.
Thursday – March 6, 2025
18:00 to 19:00
BEBOP CONCERT
Macau Cultural Centre
Bebop or bop is a style of jazz developed in the early-to-mid-1940s in the United States. The style features compositions characterized by a fast tempo (usually exceeding 200 bpm), complex chord progressions with rapid chord changes and numerous changes of crucial, instrumental virtuosity, and improvisation based on a combination of harmonic structure, the use of scales and occasional references to the melody.
Special Tribute to Charlie Parker.
Thursday – March 6, 2025
19:45 to 20:45
LATIN BRAZIL JAZZ CONCERT
Macau Cultural Centre
Embark on a musical odyssey with our Latin Brazil Concert, where the infectious rhythms of samba and the enchanting melodies of bossa nova converge in a vibrant celebration of Brazilian music. Immerse yourself in the soulful sounds that capture the spirit and warmth of Latin America, promising an unforgettable experience at Jazz in Macao.
Special Tribute to Joao Gilberto.
Thursday – March 6, 2025
21:30 to 22:30
SWING PARTY
Macau Fisherman’s Wharf
DJ : MLCH (Shi Fu Miz, FuFu). The excitement continues at our vibrant After Party. Get ready to unwind and groove to the rhythm of the night as we celebrate the magic of jazz in the heart of Macao. Join fellow music enthusiasts, artists, and festival-goers for a night of live music, dancing, and unforgettable moments.
Thursday – March 6, 2025
23:00 to 03:00 a.m.
FRIDAY – MARCH 7, 2025 (DAY TWO)
SWING JAZZ CONCERT
Macau Cultural Centre
Swing music is a jazz style that developed in the United States during the late 1920s and early ’30s and became nationally popular in the mid-1930s. The name derived from its emphasis on the off-beat, or nominally weaker beat.
Special Tribute to Glenn Miller.
Friday – March 7, 2025
18:00 to 19:00
COOL JAZZ CONCERT
Macau Cultural Centre
Cool jazz is a style of modern jazz music inspired by bebop and big bands that arose in the United States after World War II. Relaxed tempos and a lighter tone than the fast and complex bebop style characterize it. Cool jazz often employs formal arrangements and incorporates elements of classical music.
Special Tribute to Dave Brubeck.
Friday – March 7, 2025
19:45 to 20:45
JAZZ FUSION CONCERT
Macau Cultural Centre
Jazz fusion is music that incorporates elements of jazz with styles such as rock, funk, R&B, hip-hop, and electronic music. Fusion jazz became popular in the late 1960s and early 1970s, and it has remained part of the contemporary jazz scene ever since.
Special tribute to the Yellowjackets.
Friday – March 7, 2025
21:30 to 22:30
AMERICAN GRAFFITI PARTY
Macau Fisherman’s Wharf
DJ : MLCH (Shi Fu Miz, FuFu).Get ready to step back in time and relive the golden era of American Graffiti at JAZZ IN MACAO 2025! Immerse yourself in the nostalgia of the ’50s and ’60s, where classic cars, swingin’ music, and retro vibes come together for an unforgettable party. Join us for a night of dancing, vintage style, and the timeless tunes that define an era. It’s not just a party; it’s a journey through American history’s iconic sounds and sights!
Friday – March 7, 2025
23:00 to 03:00 a.m.
SATURDAY – MARCH 8, 2025 (DAY THREE)
JAZZ IN MOVIE CONCERT
Macau Cultural Centre
Embark on a harmonious cinematic odyssey with “Jazz in the Movie Concert,” a spellbinding fusion of live jazz performances and iconic films, curated to enchant and captivate during the JAZZ IN MACAO Festival.
Saturday – March 8, 2025
12:45 to 13:45
EARLY JAZZ & RAGTIME CONCERT
Macau Cultural Centre
Early Jazz – or Dixieland – developed in the early 20th century (1900 – 1928). Early jazz four main influences were ragtime, military brass bands, the blues, and gospel music.
Saturday – March 8, 2025
14:30 to 15:30
AFRO-CUBAN JAZZ CONCERT
Macau Cultural Centre
Afro-Cuban jazz is the earliest form of Latin jazz. It mixes Afro-Cuban clave-based rhythms with jazz harmonies and improvisation techniques. Afro-Cuban music has deep roots in African ritual and rhythm.
Special Tribute to Buena Vista Social Club.
Saturday – March 8, 2025
16:15 to 17:15
HIP HOP & NEO SOUL JAZZ CONCERT
Macau Cultural Centre
Dive into the vibrant fusion of rhythmic beats and innovative melodies with our Hip Hop and Neo-Jazz showcase. This genre-defying experience bridges the urban pulse of Hip Hop with the sophisticated expressions of Neo-Jazz, creating a unique musical tapestry that resonates with contemporary flair.
Special Tribute to The Beast.
Saturday – March 8, 2025
18:00 to 19:00
ACID JAZZ CONCERT
Macau Cultural Centre
Acid jazz (also known as club jazz, psychedelic jazz, or groove jazz) is a music genre that combines elements of funk, soul, hip hop, and disco.
Saturday – March 8, 2025
19:45 to 20:45
ELECTRO SWING CONCERT
Macau Cultural Centre
A modern interpretation of Swing merged with Electronic Dance Music. Performances typically include both a live band and a DJ.
Special Tribute to Caravan Palace.
Saturday – March 8, 2025
21:30 to 22:30
FIESTA LATINA PARTY
Macau Fisherman’s Wharf
DJ : MLCH (Shi Fu Miz, FuFu). Join fellow music enthusiasts. Experience Latin America’s sizzling rhythms and vibrant spirit at our Fiesta Latina Party, a dazzling event as part of the Jazz in Macao Festival. Join us for an unforgettable night filled with pulsating beats, colorful dances, and the authentic flavors of Latin culture: s, artists and festival-goers for a night of live music, dancing, and unforgettable moments.
Saturday – March 8, 2025
23:00 to 03:00 a.m.
SUNDAY – MARCH 9, 2025 (DAY FOUR, LAST DAY)
Open Scene: 3 concerts
Macau Cultural Centre
Discover the rich diversity of local talent at our three Open Scene Concerts, where local bands from Macao take the stage to share their unique musical expressions.
Sunday – March 9, 2025
14h00 to 18h00
Order your Concerts Tickets ASAP
Thus, you can benefit from a discount limited to the early birds (before the end of September 2024). You can choose and book the best seats in each category. All the seats are in the same category. You can select your heart from the interactive plan. Each ticket has its seat number assigned. The sooner you book, the better your seat location.
Order your Party ticket to get the benefit of a VIP Pass
By purchasing the Party Ticket for the day of your concert(s), you don’t need to wait: you can use the VIP Special Line to get to your seat directly.
Order your After Party Tickets ASAP: only 500 tickets per day for around 1500 daily Festival Goers.
Only 250 tickets per party. More than 1500 participants per day are expected. The Party Tickets are also a VIP Pass for all the Concerts on the same day.
