{"id":48798,"date":"2025-09-01T17:09:38","date_gmt":"2025-09-01T15:09:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/concerti-jazz-stasera-a-roma\/concerti-jazz-roma-26-settembre-2025\/"},"modified":"2025-09-19T20:34:19","modified_gmt":"2025-09-19T18:34:19","slug":"jazz-concert-rome-september-26-2025","status":"publish","type":"ajde_events","link":"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/en\/jazz-concert-in-rome\/jazz-concert-rome-september-26-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"A night for Ella \u201cAlmost like being in love\u201d tribute to Ella Fitzgerald"},"content":{"rendered":"<header>\n<h1>Jazz Concert Rome September 26 2025 and September 27 2025: A Night for Ella \u2013 Tribute to the Queen of Jazz<\/h1>\n<\/header>\n<section>If you are a lover of live music in Rome, elegant dinners, and traditional jazz, you cannot miss the appointment on <strong>September 26 and 27, 2025<\/strong> at the <strong>Elegance Caf\u00e8 Jazz Club<\/strong>, via Francesco Carletti, 5. Two unforgettable evenings to celebrate the great <strong>Ella Fitzgerald<\/strong>, the \u201cFirst Lady of Song,\u201d with the special concert <em>A Night for Ella \u2013 Almost Like Being in Love<\/em>.<\/section>\n<section>\n<h2>A tribute to Ella Fitzgerald<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Ella Fitzgerald<\/strong> is one of the brightest icons in jazz history: winner of 13 Grammy Awards, over 40 million records sold, a powerful, agile, and unmistakable voice. From her debut in the 1930s with Chick Webb&#8217;s orchestra, to legendary recordings with Louis Armstrong and the songbooks dedicated to the greatest American composers such as Duke Ellington, Cole Porter, and George Gershwin, Ella set extremely high standards for vocal interpretation.<\/p>\n<p>Ira Gershwin once said: \u201cI never knew how good our songs were until I heard Ella Fitzgerald sing them.\u201d A phrase that summarizes the unique impact of this artist on world music.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<h2>Women in jazz: strength, talent, and revolution<\/h2>\n<p>The evening will also be an opportunity to celebrate the fundamental role of women in jazz. Figures such as <strong>Billie Holiday<\/strong>, <strong>Sarah Vaughan<\/strong>, pianist <strong>Mary Lou Williams<\/strong>, and saxophonist <strong>Vi Redd<\/strong> overcame social and cultural barriers, leaving an indelible mark on a male-dominated genre. This concert continues a tradition of events honoring female jazz pioneers, inspiring new generations of musicians.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<h2>The concert: performers and atmosphere<\/h2>\n<h3>Artists on stage<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Laura Sciocchetti \u2013 Voice<\/li>\n<li>Lewis Saccocci \u2013 Hammond Organ<\/li>\n<li>Valerio Vantaggio \u2013 Drums<\/li>\n<li>Jordan Corda \u2013 Vibraphone<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A top-level quartet, capable of reproducing the magic of Ella\u2019s swing, bebop, and ballads with sensitivity, groove, and elegance. The concert starts at 9:30 PM, but the club opens at 6:00 PM, allowing guests to slowly immerse in the atmosphere while sipping a drink or enjoying a preview of the cuisine.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<h2>Elegance Caf\u00e8 Jazz Club: a journey through sound and flavors<\/h2>\n<p>Located a short walk from the Piramide Cestia, the <strong>Elegance Caf\u00e8 Jazz Club<\/strong> is one of Rome\u2019s most renowned jazz clubs, combining live music and haute cuisine in a single sensory experience. The environment is meticulously designed: wooden furnishings, fine fabrics, soft lighting, and acoustics engineered by sound experts to guarantee perfect listening without sacrificing the ability to converse during dinner.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<h2>Packages: Drink &amp; Concert or Dinner &amp; Concert<\/h2>\n<p>For these two evenings dedicated to Ella Fitzgerald, two types of entrance are available:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Drink &amp; Concert:<\/strong> \u20ac30 (includes drink and show)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dinner &amp; Concert:<\/strong> minimum order of two \u00e0 la carte courses (appetizers, first, and second) \u2013 show included<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The menu is a journey through jazz-inspired cuisine, with Creole and Cajun dishes, Caribbean, French, and American influences, reinterpreted with skill and creativity by Chef Marco Roselli.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<h2>Tasting menus and pairings<\/h2>\n<p>The club offers two tasting menus designed to express its gastronomic identity, highlighting the cultural fusion typical of jazz. The wine list includes over 70 labels, selected to perfectly accompany each dish. For cocktail lovers, there is an intuitive drink list with international classics and original creations.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<h2>Why you cannot miss this event<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Jazz lovers: a faithful and passionate tribute to a legend.<\/li>\n<li>Those seeking an elegant dinner in Rome: haute cuisine, refined atmosphere, and quality music.<\/li>\n<li>Those who want a special evening: perfect for a romantic night, a celebration, or simply a unique experience.<\/li>\n<li>What to do on Friday or Saturday evening in Rome: an offering that combines entertainment and gastronomy in an unforgettable way.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<h2>Details and reservations<\/h2>\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <strong>Location:<\/strong> Elegance Caf\u00e8 Jazz Club \u2013 Via Francesco Carletti, 5 \u2013 Rome<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcc5 <strong>Dates:<\/strong> Friday, September 26 and Saturday, September 27, 2025<br \/>\n\ud83d\udd55 <strong>Club opening:<\/strong> 6:00 PM<br \/>\n\ud83c\udfb5 <strong>Concert start:<\/strong> 9:30 PM<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcb3 <strong>Drink &amp; Concert:<\/strong> \u20ac30<br \/>\n\ud83c\udf7d <strong>Dinner &amp; Concert:<\/strong> two \u00e0 la carte courses \u2013 show included<br \/>\n\u260e <strong>Reservations:<\/strong> 39 379 1360278<br \/>\n\ud83c\udf10 <strong>Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/en\/\">www.elegancecafe.it<\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>If you are looking for an experience combining live music, traditional jazz, gourmet cuisine, and the atmosphere of a true international jazz club, the evenings of September 26 and 27, 2025, at Elegance Caf\u00e8 Jazz Club are events to mark in your calendar. A heartfelt tribute to <strong>Ella Fitzgerald<\/strong>, performed by talented musicians, in a setting where every detail is designed to evoke emotions.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">Jazz Concert Rome September 26 2025 and September 27 2025<\/h1>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">An evening to remember and celebrate \u201cThe First Lady of Song\u201d: <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Ella_Fitzgerald\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ella Fitzgerald<\/a>, one of the greatest performers in jazz history<\/p>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: center;\">Winner of 13 Grammys, with over 40 million records sold.<\/h6>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Her beginnings in the 1930s Swing Era as a soloist in Chick Webb\u2019s orchestra<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The triumphant and endless tours in America and Europe, the historic recordings in the 1950s and 1960s for the prestigious Verve Records label<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">An invaluable heritage for humanity of the most significant music from the American songbooks of<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Duke Ellington, Cole Porter, George and Ira Gershwin, Rodgers and Hart, Irving Berlin, and the famous duets with Louis Armstrong<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">(Porgy and Bess, Ella and Louis, Ella and Louis again).<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48745 aligncenter lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2025\/09\/jazz-concert-rome-september-26-2025-ella-fitzgerald-1-1.jpeg.avif\" alt=\"jazz-concert-rome-september-26-2025-ella-fitzgerald-1\" width=\"236\" height=\"300\" title=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 236px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 236\/300;\" data-smush-avif-fallback=\"{&quot;data-src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.elegancecafe.it\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/09\\\/jazz-concert-rome-september-26-2025-ella-fitzgerald-1-1.jpeg&quot;}\"><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Her agile, powerful, and expressive voice, her intense, moving, and playful interpretations will remain forever in the collective imagination.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">She often displayed her great improvisational skill, especially in <a title=\"Scat\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Scat_singing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">scat<\/a>, a vocal technique typical of jazz in which she is considered the greatest exponent of all time: her virtuosity could last over five minutes while maintaining perfect melodic integrity.<\/p>\n<p><div class=\"lazyload smush-lazyload-video smush-lazyload-youtube\" style=\"--smush-video-aspect-ratio: 560\/315\" data-bg-image=\"url(https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/wp-admin\/admin-ajax.php?action=smush_video_thumbnail&#038;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fembed%2FmyRc-3oF1d0&#038;video_width=560&#038;video_height=315)\" ><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/myRc-3oF1d0\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\"><\/iframe><span class=\"smush-play-btn\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Play video\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<span tabindex=\"0\" class=\"smush-play-btn-inner\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Play<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t<\/span><\/div><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">&#8216;I never knew how good our songs were until I heard Ella Fitzgerald sing them,&#8217; Ira Gershwin once remarked.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>&#8216;I never knew how good our songs were until I heard Ella Fitzgerald sing them,&#8217;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>observed Ira Gershwin once.<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">A Night for Ella \u201cAlmost like being in love\u201d<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<li>Laura Sciocchetti \u2013 Voice<\/li>\n<li>Lewis Saccocci \u2013 Hammond Organ<\/li>\n<li>Valerio Vantaggio \u2013 Drums<\/li>\n<li>Jordan Corda \u2013 Vibraphone<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\">LAURA SCIOCCHETTI<\/h5>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48744 aligncenter lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2025\/09\/jazz-concert-rome-september-26-2025-omaggio-a-ella-fitzgerald-laura-sciocchetti-1-1.jpeg.avif\" alt=\"jazz-concert-rome-september-26-2025-omaggio-a-ella-fitzgerald-laura-sciocchetti-1\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" title=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/200;\" data-smush-avif-fallback=\"{&quot;data-src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.elegancecafe.it\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/09\\\/jazz-concert-rome-september-26-2025-omaggio-a-ella-fitzgerald-laura-sciocchetti-1-1.jpeg&quot;}\"><\/p>\n<p>Born in Rome in 1986, Laura Sciocchetti took her first musical steps studying singing, guitar, and piano, while nurturing a strong interest and passion for theater.<\/p>\n<p>She deepened her jazz language with the excellent singer, composer, and arranger Elisabetta Antonini, then perfected her skills at the prestigious Santa Cecilia Conservatory in Rome.<\/p>\n<p>She graduated cum laude in singing and had the opportunity to study with prominent jazz musicians such as Maria Pia De Vito, Danilo Rea, Roberto Gatto, Paolo Damiani, and Carla Marcotulli.<\/p>\n<p>In 2015 she won the Lady Day vocal competition organized by Ancona Jazz.<\/p>\n<h5>Since 2017 she has been the soloist voice of the National Jazz Orchestra of Italian conservatories, directed by M\u00b0 Pino Jodice.<\/h5>\n<p>She performs in numerous festivals and theaters, including Pescara Jazz, Ancona Jazz, Tuscia in Jazz, Casa del Jazz (Rome), Auditorium \u201cParco della Musica\u201d (Rome), Ravello Festival, Dolomites Festival, Chieti Mozart Week, and is a guest on Rai Radio 1\u2019s program Brasil.<\/p>\n<p>Throughout her career, she has shared the stage with renowned national and international musicians such as Bruce Ditmas, Greg Burk, Massimo Manzi, Riccardo Biseo, Mario Corvini, Daniele Tittarelli, Maria Pia De Vito, Paolo Damiani, Carla Marcotulli, just to name a few.<\/p>\n<p>Regarding her discography, she collaborated on \u201cMoresche e altre invenzioni\u201d by Maria Pia De Vito &amp; Burnogual\u00e0 Large Vocal Ensemble (Parco della Musica Records, 2018), featuring guest Ralph Towner and Rita Marcotulli, and in \u201cSilenzi Luterani\u201d by Paolo Damiani (Alfa Music, 2019), with guest Daniele Tittarelli.<\/p>\n<p>In 2020, she debuted as a bandleader with the album \u201cCharacters\u201d (Filibusta Records).<\/p>\n<p>Her intimate and engaging interpretation of the &#8216;First Lady of Song&#8217; Ella Fitzgerald brings the listener into the world of the most beautiful songs of the greatest jazz performer of all time, never altering the melodies or intensity of execution.<\/p>\n<p>The careful selection of songs she performs demonstrates her deep research into Ella\u2019s repertoire, always thoughtful and representing both the greatest hits and the lesser-known gems of her magnificent repertoire.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Choose between Jazz Concert Rome September 26 2025 and September 27 2025<\/h2>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>A Night for Ella \u201cAlmost like being in love\u201d<\/strong><\/h4>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong><a class=\"brxe-button btn--primary-light btn--xs bricks-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/en\/book-a-table\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here and RESERVE<\/a>\u00a0your table for the \u00c0 LA CARTE DINNER<\/strong>\u00a0by calling <a href=\"tel:+393791360278\">(39) 3791360278<\/a>\u00a0or <a href=\"tel:+390657284458\">(39) 0657284458<\/a>\u00a0with a minimum of two courses chosen from appetizer, first and second, the concert is included. 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