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The Jazz Night that inspires, makes you move, and eases you into a wonderful weekend!

KZ is not your regular small jazz cafe, KZ is an experience! This stunning Art-Deco ballroom with a terrace on het Ij has build a name, a name that stands for the best swing jazz in town and we all know it!

In a beautiful art-deco venue, you will get served the best Cocktails or Mocktails, get inspired by our JAZZ music and a huge dancefloor is waiting for you, so that the music can make your body move.

About The Compass Ballroom Stompers:
The Compass Ballroom Stompers made their debut at a Lindy Hop night in the Kompaszaal in 2015 and quickly became a fixture on the scene. Their swinging 1950s jazz gets dancers moving—and the energy bounces right back into the band.
They often play contrafacts: fresh melodies built on the chord progressions of jazz standards. Led by guitarist Matthijs Driessen, the band features Dano Roelvink on tenor sax, Bendert Zevenbergen on vibraphone, Leo Verbree on bass, and Hugo Jonker on drums. They perform monthly as “Contrafacts” in The Hague, with smaller line-ups regularly in Amsterdam.

When: 17 April, 20.30 – 23.30h
(we serve dinner soup from 18.00h)
Where: KNSM-Laan 311 (De Kompaszaal)
Cost: All events are donations based (suggested live music donation EUR 19,50 inc. one non-alc. drink pp)

For any questions call, WhatsApp +31 6 53577930 or email jazzeventsamsterdam@gmail.com

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LINDY HOP is a blend of fun, connecting with new people or sharing a memory with a friend, finding a community, getting inspired by swing music & doing something good for your body and mind!

Our Lindy Hop Crash Course is a fast, fun way to jump into swing dancing and experience the feeling yourself.

In 3,5 hours (with breaks) we will teach you the basics of Lindy Hop and some fun moves which will get you dancing in no time.

NO PARTNER NEEDED! Everyone dances with everyone, and you’ll learn BOTH roles!

WHAT: Crash Course Lindy Hop – Complete Beginners
WHEN: 16 May / 11:00 – 14:30
WHERE: KZ (KNSM-Laan 311, Amsterdam)
FOOD: The venue offers lunch for purchase – we appreciate you supporting them!

What is Lindy Hop and in general Swing Dance?
Check these video’s:

PRICES:
– Come alone: €55 (everybody dances with everybody, no partner needed)
– Come with a friend: €95

SOLIDARY POLICY: In case someone would love to come, but doesn’t have the means – pay what you can. No questions asked! Just email us.

Tickets: Lindy Hop Crash Course – Jazz Events Amsterdam

For any questions call +31 6 53577930
Or email swingphilosophy@gmail.com us.

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BLUES BURNER w/ Gumbo & The Monk!
HOT Blues that will make you move through the night, with a good drink in your hand.

Blues music and blues dance come from a rich Afro-American History, it was always a way to forget your sorrows and feel alive. BURN your blues away with the best blues music and dancing in one of the finest blues LIVE Music venues in Amsterdam!!

WHEN: Friday, 24. April, 20.30 – 23.30h
WHERE: KNSM-Laan 311, Amsterdam
COST: Donations based, we advise EUR 19,50 (includes 1 non alc. drink) for the live music.
DONATION: https://jazzeventsamsterdam.com/live-music-tickets/

The wait is over. Nochecita returns April 24th with the best shows, amazing DJ’s and your favourite social dancers. Get your early bird tickets now!

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We ALL R Kings & Queens! 
BAD TASTE PARTY – DRESS TO NOT IMPRESS!
This is our motto for this year’s King’s Night Party!

Loud colours, bad combos, zero shame. If you’re unsure about your outfit, you have the perfect outfit!

Join us for a delicious all-orange two-course dinner while enjoying live music. After dinner, the dance floor opens — and yes, it’ll be swingy, just as you probably guessed!

The Live Band COMPASS BALLROOM STOMPERS
will make us move through the night!

Program:
17.00h FREE Lindy Hop Taster
18.00 – 19.00 two courses vegan/vegetarian dinner EUR 37pp & DJ
19.00 – 19.30 Swing DJ
19.30 band 1st set
20.30 band 2nd set
DJ after

MENU:
Main Course: Poke bowl with a carrot and beetroot salad, crispy tempeh, edamame, and fresh mango (vegan)
Dessert : Orange and almond cake served with cream

When: 26 April, from 17.00H
Where: Kompaszaal -KNSM-Laan 311.
Tickets:
FREE Lindy Hop Taster
EUR 37pp Two-course dinner
(incl. live music ticket)
Live Music only 19.50€ (incl. 1 non-alc drink) klick here.

Solidarity Policy: If the prices are not doable, pay what you can. No questions asked, just write us an email.

Save the date: 26 April — come dine, dance, and celebrate with us!

We can’t wait to see your most not-impressive, funny, over the top looks!

We are closed today! Enjoy King’s Day & come 1 May to our Balboa & Shag Party!

No Classes today, no flexwerken!

DONATIONS for our FUNDRAISING

REGISTER HERE for FREE BALBOA CLASS: HERE.

Ready to go FAST? 

We are throwing a NIGHT devoted to BALBOA & SHAG, because we like that fast pace & energy!
We’ve also got a little surprise planned 

PROGRAM:
20:30- 21:15: FREE surprise Balboa class
(just come, try it, stay curious & young )
21.15- 23.30: BALBOA & SHAG PARTY w/ DJ

The whole event is DONATION BASED! Help us raise money for our SP-CLUB North FLOOR FUNDRAISER.
Donate here.

When: 1 May, 20.30-23.30
Where: KZ; KNSM-LAAN 311, 1019LE, AMSTERDAM
Donations go to our Fundraiser!
All Infos & Registration for our Free BALBOA CLASS: here.

Bring a friend, come dance and let’s keep it fast on the floor.

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Big Band Night, beautiful venue and a brilliant band!

CALEDONIAN Big Band plays at our Big Band Night in KZ, inviting everyone to enjoy live swing music in a relaxed, welcoming and beautiful atmosphere.

We are all about the glorious music of the 1930&40, mixed with nowadays life. It’s an experience for young and old, for the listener and for the dancer, for the party animal and for the wallflower. We have the space for all of it in the allure of our 1956 stunning art-deco venue.

About the band:
The Caledonians Big Band was founded in 1942 and has always played a significant role in the history of jazz in the Zaan region, right up to the present day. Without interruption, this Zaan swing band—comprising 21 amateur and professional musicians—has been rehearsing, performing, and making its mark ever since. The orchestra is now led by pianist Emiel Bothenius and sounds and swings like never before. The music consists of swinging pieces from the repertoire of the great swing bands, including Count Basie, Glenn Miller, and Tommy Dorsey, and is perfect for listening to, but of course also ideal for dancing! The lineup consists of five saxophones, four trumpets, four trombones, piano, guitar, bass, drums, and vocals.

WHAT: Live Music by Caledonians BIG Band
WHEN: 8 May, 20.30 – 23.30
WHERE: KZ – KNSM-Laan 311, Amsterdam
TICKETS: Donations based, we advise EUR 19,50 (incl. 1 non-alc drink) for the Live music.

Questions: jazzeventsamsterdam@gmail.com or whatsapp +31653577930

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JAZZ LOBBY Allstars!

The Jazz Lobby presents it’s best local ALL Stars. Musicians who really know how to make you swing in your feet and in your soul. So come enjoy a drink and the best swing jazz music Netherlands has to offer!

LET’s close the JAZZ LOBBY SEASON with a BANG!

Line up:
Eugenia Serra – vocals
David Lukacs – sax
Linus Eppinger – guitar
Folkert Oosterbeek – piano
Ties Laarakker – Bass
Malte Arndal – drums
Jonas Belleman – trumpet

The ALL-STAR Concept:
The best swing musicians in town come together in this all-star format, bringing their talent and energy for a night of unforgettable music.

What: JAZZ LOBBY — All-Star Concept. Closing Jazz Lobby Season!
When: 15 May, 20.30-23.30H
Where: KNSM-LAAN 311, 1019LE, Amsterdam
Tickets: Donations based, we advise EUR 19,50 (incl. 1 non-alc drink) for the Live music. Tickets klick here.

Questions: jazzeventsamsterdam@gmail.com or whatsapp +31653577930

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CHEEKY BLUES w/ LIGHTNIN’ BUG!
If you’ve seen them before, you already know what kind of night this is going to be. Our last Blues Night before the summer break! Come, bring your friend and let’s enjoy the music & a dance!

Blues music and blues dance come from a rich Afro-American History, it was always a way to forget your sorrows and feel alive. BURN your blues away with the best blues music and dancing in one of the finest blues LIVE Music venues in Amsterdam!!

About the band – LIGHTNIN’ BUG
LIGHTNIN’ BUG is an all-star lineup. Martin and Donné are the drummer and bassist for bands like the well-known band T-99. Danny, my father, was the guitarist for many American blues artists who toured here, such as Louisiana Red and Boyd Small.

WHEN: 22 May, 20.30- 23.30H
WHERE: Kompaszaal, KNSM-Laan 311, Amsterdam
TICKETS: Donations based, we advise EUR 19,50 (incl. 1 non-alc drink) for the Live music. Klick here.

Questions: jazzeventsamsterdam@gmail.com or whatsapp +31653577930

Come, bring your dance shoes, and let’s make this season closer one to remember.

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It’s the final live music event of the season and we want to end it in style with all of you! Friday, May 29th, we celebrate a dancing night with Australian clarinet player Brennan Hamilton-Smith and The Imperial Threads!

Get ready for an energetic and unforgettable evening filled with vibrant sounds, a great atmosphere, and music that will make you want to dance from the very first note.
Join us, bring your friends, enjoy the music, dance, and celebrate this special night together. Don’t miss it!

WHAT: Live Music by Brennan Hamilton and The Imperial Threads
WHEN: 29th May, 20.30 – 23.30
WHERE: KZ – KNSM-Laan 311, Amsterdam
TICKETS: Donations based, we advise EUR 19,50 (incl. 1 non-alc drink) for the Live music. Klick here.

Questions: jazzeventsamsterdam@gmail.com or whatsapp +31653577930

3 DAYS FULL of LIVE MUSIC, LINDY HOP WORKSHOPS & COMMUNITY VIBES

KZ is turning 5 years this year!
We are dedicating a whole weekend to what KZ truly stands for:
LIVE MUSIC, COMMUNITY, DANCE, LINDY HOP & CULTURE!!

SIMON & ARI will be here to inspire us!
Three DIFFERENT BANDS and in total 18 Musicians will be playing for us!
We will comfort your with good food and tasty drinks, as we like to take good care of our COMMUNITY!
Count on couple of SURPRISES over the weekend!

We are welcoming Nils & Bianca for a whole weekend to our beautiful space!

They will share a lot of wisdom and we can not wait! So safe the date and stay tuned, infos dropping soon!