When does the concert begin?

The concert begins on October 17, 2026, at 20:00.

Where does the event take place?

At Bechersaal in the Becher restaurant at St.-Nikolaus-Straße 25, 95445 Bayreuth.

How much is the entrance fee?

The entrance fee is between 1.00 to 24.00 Euros according to the event information.

Is the event indoors or outdoors?

The event takes place indoors at Bechersaal.

Are there any notes on amenities and comfort?

Yes, there are seating, a bar or counter, sanitary facilities, and an integrated cloakroom.

Where can I get tickets?

Tickets are available through okticket and in advance at the theater box office in Bayreuth and other advance sales points.

Alex Hitchcock Ignites a Sparkling Evening of Jazz Tension in Bayreuth

Name: Alex Hitchcock Quartet
Start: 2026-10-17T22:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-18T00:00:00+02:00
Location: Gaststätte Becher, Bechersaal

When Contemporary Jazz Begins to Shine in Bayreuth

On Saturday, October 17, 2026, the Alex Hitchcock Quartet brings jazz to the stage at Bechersaal in Bayreuth, which is both precisely structured and full of risk. The British tenor saxophonist Alex Hitchcock is one of the most distinct voices in contemporary jazz and comes to Upper Franconia with music from his album Letters From Afar. The evening promises a concert experience melding formal clarity, spontaneous friction, and a live atmosphere that makes every nuance audible.

A Quartet with Tension at Its Core

Hitchcock works with compositions that do not stand still. Instead of smooth surfaces, he relies on rhythmic shifts, shimmering harmonies, and contrasting sound colors. From this arises the energy for which his music is praised: a modern jazz sound that constantly reshuffles in the concert hall and bursts forth at any moment.

Between Structure and Improvisation

The quartet is particularly strong where composed form meets free improvisation. Here, an exciting interplay of orchestration, synchronization, and spontaneous reaction unfolds. The result is not calculated virtuosity but a lively dialogue, driven by saxophone, piano, bass, and drums.

An Artist with an International Profile

Alex Hitchcock was born in London, lives in New York, and has released four solo albums. His work has been noted by The Guardian, BBC Jazz World, MOJO, Jazzwise, Musica Jazz, and Uncut. His awards include nominations for the Ivor Novello Composer Award, the Peter Whittingham Award, and a prize at the Umbria Jazz Festival. His quartet work has taken him to renowned stages and festivals such as Ronnie Scott’s, Barbican, Royal Albert Hall, Glastonbury, Bimhuis, North Sea Jazz, and Love Supreme.

The Bechersaal as an Intimate Stage

The Bechersaal at Becher restaurant provides the perfect setting for this music: close, direct, and with the character of a club where the mood of the audience immediately transfers to the stage. Seating, a bar, sanitary facilities, and an integrated cloakroom make the evening pleasantly uncomplicated. For jazz fans, this creates the exact blend of proximity and concentration that carries a strong live experience.

Conclusion: An Evening for Open Ears

Anyone who loves contemporary jazz with depth, daring, and sonic tension should mark this date. The Alex Hitchcock Quartet promises a night in Bayreuth that is not routine, but a concert full of movement, intensity, and surprising moments. It’s especially worth experiencing live here.