"Improvisation is like speaking on another level"

In this interview, Ben Prechtl talks about the creative freedom of jazz, the dream of his own album - and the fascination of improvisation. Congratulations on the IB.SH Jazz Award, Ben! What went ......

Ben Prechtl receives the IB.SH-JazzAward 2026!

Ben Prechtl discovered jazz at an early age: as a child, he accompanied his father, saxophonist in the Schleswig-Holstein Police Big Band, to rehearsals and concerts. The LandesJugendJazzOrchester ......

International, poetic & powerful - the concerts on the MainStage

From 25 to 28 June 2026, Timmendorfer Strand will once again become a vibrant stage for contemporary jazz. With 36 concerts around the Strandpark, the festival opens doors to new worlds of sound. ......

Jazz meets rascal!

This year's family concert on Sunday at 10.30 a.m. is dedicated to one of the greatest rascals in children's literature: Michel from Lönneberga. He lives with his parents, his sister Little Ida, the ......

Free concerts against a picturesque backdrop

A total of 21 out of 36 concerts are free of charge and can be attended spontaneously. These include concerts right on the beach: the exclusive @the beach series presents special musical moments late ......

The festival site

A picturesque open-air stage offers a stage for regional music stars and up-and-coming talent. It nestles up against the historic Trinkkurhalle building, which is transformed into a lively jazz ......

Wonderful moments of JazzBaltica – watch the image film!

Summer, sun, sea, the beach – and of course jazz! Nils Landgren, the JazzBaltica Marching Band, the stars of the festival and many impressions of the festival area close by the sea. Have a look at ......