Contra Amsterdam

Name: Groove Sessions with The ISO Trio
Start: 2026-11-07T20:00:00
Location: Contra Amsterdam

WestMuziekcontra-amsterdam.nl →@contra_amsterdam

Oudezijds Achterburgwal 235, 1012DL Amsterdam

Horeca · Podiumzaal

7 nov 2026

nov '26

Groove Sessions with The ISO Trio

Modern jazz organ trio featuring Bertram Haselager (guitar), Micah Graves (organ), Max Sergeant (drums). Interactive and high energy sets.

20:00 – 23:00·Contra Amsterdam

MuziekJazz

8 nov 2026

nov '26

Red Noise ft. Simone Don, Maya Mae & Tuyk van Dam

Afternoon event celebrating cultural diversity of Amsterdam. Chairs and tables moved aside for free movement. 14:00-17:00

14:00 – 17:00·Contra Amsterdam

MuziekJazz

nov '26

Sunday jazz dinner with de Aanhouder Swingt

Cozy Sunday evening with dinner and live music. Repertoire ranges from American Songbook jazz to Samba and Italo Disco/Funk.

19:30 – 22:00·Contra Amsterdam

MuziekJazzSoul

12 nov 2026

nov '26

Dinner concert with Kvintakord

Multi-international modern jazz quintet giving non-sophisticated, highly-emotional experience with memorable melodies and soulful improvisations.

20:00 – 22:30·Contra Amsterdam

MuziekJazz

13 nov 2026

nov '26

Friday Night Live ft. Joost Patocka

Late night jam session with one of Netherlands' most important contemporary jazz drummers. Opening set 20:00-21:30, jam 21:30-23:00.

20:00 – 23:00·Contra Amsterdam

MuziekJazz

14 nov 2026

nov '26

Groove sessions with Philip Lassiter

Grammy-winning arranger and multi-instrumentalist performs in intimate solo format. Former Prince & New Power Generation section leader.

20:00 – 23:00·Contra Amsterdam

MuziekJazz

15 nov 2026

nov '26

Salsa Sunday with La Mafia Quintet

Afternoon salsa party 14:00-17:00 followed by dinner concert. La Mafia Quintet brings intimate take on big band with vibrant energy.

14:00 – 17:00·Contra Amsterdam

MuziekWereldDansLatin

19 nov 2026

nov '26

Dinner concert with Lassi Friman

Guitarist-composer Lassi Friman quartet brings fresh, melodic and groove-based sound combining memorable melodies with jazz tradition.

20:00 – 22:30·Contra Amsterdam

MuziekJazz

20 nov 2026

nov '26

Friday Night Live ft. Mart Muller & Jonas Belleman

Late night jam session with alto saxophonist Mart Muller and trumpet player Jonas Belleman. 20:00-21:30 opening, 21:30-23:00 jam.

20:00 – 23:00·Contra Amsterdam

MuziekJazz

21 nov 2026

nov '26

Groove sessions with Soldiers of Love

Musical homage to iconic soul artist Sade. Nina Yip Simone leads ensemble with sophisticated songs and lyrics. 20:30-23:00

20:30 – 23:00·Contra Amsterdam

€12,50

MuziekJazzSoulTheaterMusical

26 nov 2026

nov '26

Dinner show with JAÏNDA

Singer-songwriter creating unique sounds by combining soul, R&B, pop and jazz influences. Reflects personal journey of self-exploration.

Contra Amsterdam

MuziekJazzPop/RockSoul

27 nov 2026

nov '26

Friday Night Live ft. Oscar Ployart & Eugenia Serra

Oscar Ployart Trio with Valencian singer Eugenia Serra. Focus on groove and swing with music rooted in 50s and 60s jazz.

20:00 – 23:00·Contra Amsterdam

MuziekJazz

29 nov 2026

nov '26

Samba Sunday with Partido do Samba

Young multinational band rooted in Brazilian samba traditions. Afternoon samba party 14:00-17:00 with free movement.

14:00 – 17:00·Contra Amsterdam

MuziekWereldDans

3 dec 2026

dec '26

Joan Fort & Oscar Ployart's Electric Quartet

Amsterdam-based group working like electric circuit with effects and acoustic/electric instruments. Wide range of grooves and improvisation.

20:00 – 22:30·Contra Amsterdam

MuziekJazzElektronischFolk

5 dec 2026

dec '26

Groove sessions with Diana Sidibè

Afro-Ukrainian multi-instrumentalist and beatmaker on saxophone, flute and clarinet. Genre-blending jazz with expressive style.

20:00 – 23:00·Contra Amsterdam

MuziekJazz

12 dec 2026

dec '26

Groove sessions with Quincy George

Soul, R&B and Jazz musician aiming to convey meaningful messages through genuine compositions. Focus on honesty, vulnerability and connection.

20:00 – 23:00·Contra Amsterdam

MuziekJazzSoul