Playing in a band for the first time, standing on a real stage, feeling the rush when it suddenly really grooves, daring to take a solo, enjoying the applause. Then celebrate with new friends, go to concerts in the evening, maybe even try a jam session. Not surprisingly, many come back again and again and realize how much progress they make from year to year. The experiences at the Langnau Jazz Nights immediately show what you could work on to have even more fun playing.

And that is the secret of the Langnau Jazz Nights workshops. Based on the information you provide when you register, you will be assigned to a new band each day and get to know the other participants as well as the various instructors, all of whom are well-known musicians and teachers. If you have been assigned to a “Performing Band Workshop”, you will play with your band in the early evening on the Krompholz stage at the Viehmarktplatz in the center of Langnau. If you don't get to play (yet), you can watch what awaits you the next day as a spectator.

But we offer even more: in addition to the two daily band workshops, after the lunch break you can develop your practical skills in classes specific to different instruments. If you get up reasonably early, you can refresh your theoretical knowledge in the Master Class. You will then be fully awake for the first band workshop. Another highlight is the Special Clinics in the late afternoon, where you can get to know selected stars who will be on stage in the Kupferschmiede that evening and ask them questions.

Many of today's most influential musicians on the Swiss jazz scene attended the Jazz Workshop in Langnau when they were young.

Performances in front of an audience
During the workshop week, participants will have the opportunity to perform with fellow workshop attendees on the Krompholz stage.

Instrumental Lessons
Daily group lessons are offered with renowned faculty members.

Band Workshops
Based on the information provided at registration, participants are assigned to newly formed bands each day. In these workshops, they rehearse pieces from jazz, blues, funk, and latin genres – performing some of them in front of an audience in the early evening. This provides valuable band and stage experience. Sheet music is distributed on site.

Theory lessons
Theory lessons are offered in two formats: Basic Level and Masterclass. Participants can choose which course to attend depending on their knowledge and personal interests.
- The Basic Level course teaches the fundamentals of jazz theory.
- In the Masterclass, a selected instructor focuses on a special topic of their choice.

The workshop takes place from July 20 to July 26, 2026.
Day of arrival: Monday July 20 (check-in, welcome meeting, presentation teachers)
Day of departure: Sunday July 26 (no workshop on day of departure)

Regular workshop fee: CHF 680.–
Workshop fee for music university students: CHF 350.-
Important: participants must present their student card upon arrival in order to receive the discount!

Cancellation Policy
Cancellation up to 31 days before the day of arrival: 25 % of the workshop fee
Cancellation 30 - 15 days before arrival: 50 % of the workshop fee
Cancellation 14 - 0 days before the day of arrival: 100 % of the workshop fee

The workshop fee includes a festival pass (standing). The festival pass grants admission to all concerts of the Langnau Jazz Nights. Upgrade to reserved seating: CHF 180.-

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Important: Accommodation options are limited during the festival week. We therefore recommend booking early!

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