Codarts Jazz & Global Sessions: Trio Magioncalda, Nunes & Fongaro

Experience an intimate evening of contemporary jazz and improvisation at de Doelen in Rotterdam on Thursday 12 November 2026. As part of the Codarts Jazz & Global Sessions series, Trio Magioncalda, Nunes & Fongaro bring their expressive interplay and adventurous musical ideas to Studio Blendd. Admission is free.

The trio consists of guitarist Simone Magioncalda, drummer Gonçalo Nunes and double bassist Alessandro Fongaro. Together, they explore the possibilities of improvisation, allowing melodies, rhythms and musical textures to evolve through spontaneous interaction.

Drawing inspiration from jazz musicians including Paul Motian, Bill Frisell, Marc Johnson and Joe Lovano, the ensemble performs a combination of original compositions and carefully selected pieces from the wider jazz repertoire.

Jazz built around musical conversation

Rather than focusing on individual virtuosity, the trio places collective improvisation at the centre of its sound. The musicians respond to one another through subtle changes in rhythm, dynamics and harmony, moving between delicate passages and more energetic musical exchanges.

The performance is part of Codarts Jazz & Global Sessions, a monthly concert series organised in collaboration with Codarts Rotterdam. Studio Blendd becomes an intimate listening space where emerging musicians can share their work with audiences and explore music from different cultural and stylistic backgrounds.

Tickets and practical information

Trio Magioncalda, Nunes & Fongaro perform at Studio Blendd at de Doelen, Schouwburgplein 50, Rotterdam, on Thursday 12 November 2026 at 19:30.

Admission is free.

For further information, visit the official de Doelen event page.