Jena, August 27, 2026 – Music fans in Jena and the surrounding area can look forward to a varied live program in the coming month. The cultural center Trafo, in particular, is bringing well-known and experimental artists to the city on the Saale in September 2026.
- What: Music highlights and concerts in September 2026
- Who: Including Culk, Lambert, Andromeda Mega Express Orchestra
- Where: Trafo, Nollendorfer Str. 30, 07743 Jena
Indie and Post-Punk: Culk live at Trafo
Kicking off the top acts in Jena is the Vienna-based band Culk. On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, the group will perform at Trafo starting at 8:00 PM. Culk is considered one of the most compelling representatives of the German-language indie scene, blending the spirit of the 80s New York underground with contemporary post-punk and shoegaze sounds. The band, fronted by singer Sophie Löw, will be presenting their fourth album, “Smogstar,” which explores themes of existential anxiety and a world in transition.
Neoclassical with a Mask: Lambert
Just a few days later, on Saturday, September 19, 2026, also at 8:00 PM, pianist Lambert will take the stage at Trafo. The Berlin-based artist is internationally known for his distinctive Sardinian bull mask. Musically, he operates at the intersection of neoclassicism, jazz, and electronic elements. With his current album “I Am Not Lambert,” the pianist is also presenting vocal parts and new song structures for the first time.
Experimental Jazz: Andromeda Mega Express Orchestra
At the end of the month, the audience can expect a major orchestral event: on Sunday, September 27, 2026, the Andromeda Mega Express Orchestra will perform at Trafo starting at 5:30 PM. The twelve-piece ensemble, founded 20 years ago in Berlin, combines jazz, avant-garde, traditional world music, and electronica into a unique genre. The group has performed over 250 concerts worldwide and promises a multifaceted live experience.
Tickets for the events at Trafo Jena are available in advance through standard regional ticket portals.
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