Jazzkeller Krefeld, Jazzlokal in Krefeld
Jazzkeller Krefeld is a music venue located in a cellar vault beneath Lohstrasse in Krefeld. The space features low ceilings, dark walls, and warm lighting that create an intimate setting for performances and can accommodate around 100 to 250 people.
The music venue opened in 1958 under Hans-Josef Dillmann, making it one of the oldest jazz clubs in North Rhine-Westphalia. It evolved from a gathering place for music lovers and students into an established performance space where many musicians who later became famous had their first shows.
The name reflects the cellar location beneath the street, where this underground space became a gathering point for music lovers. Today visitors experience this place as a vibrant meeting point where people come together to listen to live performances and discover new artists.
The venue provides a monthly program schedule available online to help you plan visits in advance. Many concerts allow you to listen to a few songs for free before deciding whether to stay for the full show.
In its early years, the venue earned a reputation as a stronghold for experimental improvisation and was called the birthplace of free jazz by the press. This experimental tradition continues to influence the space today, shaping its vibrant and creative program.
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