On Monday, July 21, 2025, from 20:00 to 23:00, the talented saxophonist Katharina Pfeifer will perform as part of the Kurt Maas Jazz Award winner concert in the Bayerischer Hof Night Club. This event marks a traditional opening for the Jazz Sommer festival, featuring the second prize winners of the biennial award.

Katharina Pfeifer, accompanied by her brother Sebastian Pfeifer on piano and Ilja Tarnopolskij on drums, will present their trio, Cnidaria. The name 'Cnidaria' is derived from the Latin term for jellyfish, symbolizing the band's dual nature--sometimes gentle and flowing, at other times energetic and surprising. Their performance blends contemporary jazz with elements of modern improvisation and sound art, creating an engaging atmosphere that encourages reflection and discovery. Expect a dynamic and avant-garde sound full of spontaneous interaction and unpredictable twists.