Nils Petter Molvær live in San Sebastián

Experience Nils Petter Molvær live on July 24th

Nils Petter Molvær will perform at the Jazzaldia festival in San Sebastián, Spain on July 24, 2026. Molvær is a Norwegian trumpeter and composer known for pioneering a distinctive style that blends jazz improvisation with electronic music, ambient textures, and elements of traditional Norwegian folk music. His work frequently incorporates live looping, effects processing, and atmospheric soundscapes, creating a sound often described as “electronic jazz” or “ambient jazz.” He initially gained recognition within the European free improvisation scene before developing his signature electronically-infused approach in the late 1990s.

Jazzaldia, officially the Heineken Jazzaldia, is one of Europe’s oldest and most prominent jazz festivals. Established in 1963, it takes place annually in San Sebastián during the last week of July. The festival historically began as a response to the Franco regime's restrictions on cultural expression and quickly became a symbol of freedom and artistic innovation. Originally held primarily in the city’s Kursaal Congress Centre and Auditorium, performances now extend to various venues throughout San Sebastián's city center including open-air stages.