An authentic legend of African American music arrives at ValdobbiadeneJazz to celebrate a special milestone.
The guitarist, singer, and bandleader , born in Atlanta and raised in the historic music scene of Detroit, that spans over sixty years of career across soul, funk, blues, jazz, and rhythm & blues.
With his unmistakable groove, the elegant sound of his guitar, and a charismatic stage presence, Emmanuel has been a leading figure in the golden age of American music. Throughout his long career, he has collaborated with some of the greatest icons of world music, including Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Gladys Knight & the Pips, Al Green, B.B. King, John Lee Hooker, and the Jackson 5.
Beloved by the Italian public – who affectionately call him “Zio Livio” – he returns to Europe for a special tour accompanied by a band of musicians with whom he has shared numerous projects over the years.
A concert that traverses the galaxies of blues, soul, and funk, led by one of the great protagonists of international music.
Because, as Leroy Emmanuel loves to say:
"Funk is the final frontier"
Line up:
Leroy Emmanuel - voice and guitar
Frank Folgmann - guitar
The Backing Crew
Valdobbiadene Jazz Festival 2026 - eighth edition
A month of music in the prosecco hills of Conegliano and Valdobbiadene UNESCO World Heritage Site
from April 18 to May 17, 2026
May 1-17: Valdobbiadene Jazz Master
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