Enzo Favata live in Rome

Experience Enzo Favata live on November 16th

Enzo Favata will perform as part of the Rome Jazz Festival on November 16, 2026. Favata is an Italian saxophonist, clarinetist, and composer known for a musical style deeply rooted in both jazz improvisation and Mediterranean folk traditions, particularly those of Southern Italy – his native Puglia. His work frequently incorporates elements of traditional *pizzica* music alongside influences from American jazz idioms like bebop and free improvisation, often utilizing extended techniques and exploring microtonal scales. He leads the “Inquietudine” project which blends these influences.

The Rome Jazz Festival (Italian: *Roma Jazz Festival*) is an annual event established in 2007, held in various historical locations throughout Rome, including the Auditorium Parco della Musica. It has become a significant fixture in the European jazz calendar, known for presenting a diverse program encompassing established international artists and emerging talents. The festival consistently features both mainstream and avant-garde jazz performances, alongside explorations of related genres such as world music and contemporary improvised music. It’s organized by Fondazione Musica per Roma, a municipal entity dedicated to promoting musical culture within the city. The festival aims to showcase jazz’s evolving nature while celebrating its rich history.