Jazz is associated with the relaxed atmosphere of festivals, sunk in semi dark, filled with smoke of cigarettes interiors of music clubs. Gradually, excellent artists of Poland and world – class syncopic music are performing their concerts at prestigious concert halls. Jazz, which has its origins in the rituals and dances of poor Afro – American people brought to North America, has become with time one of the most versatile of all musical genres. Some musicologist believe that jazz is more of a genre than just an interpretative style. Or maybe it all depends on the performing artist? This you can assess during the concert series ‘Jazz at the Philharmonic’.