Eastwood by Eastwood presents jazz interpretations of music from Clint Eastwood’s films. The program includes works by John Williams, Lennie Niehaus, Lalo Schifrin and Ennio Morricone, as well as original pieces by Kyle Eastwood and Michael Stevens. The concert is designed as an intimate musical experience. Jazz improvisation blends with familiar film themes, creating an atmosphere that is emotional, elegant and expressive.
American jazz double bassist and composer Kyle Eastwood arrives in Zagreb on May 6, where he will perform at Kino SC for the first time. He first appeared in Croatia 16 years ago. Now he returns with a program in which modern jazz meets the emotional world of film music.
Eastwood has released more than ten albums. He worked on the music for several films directed by his father, Clint Eastwood, including Mystic River, Million Dollar Baby, Letters from Iwo Jima and Gran Torino. His style blends melodic jazz tradition with cinematic sensitivity. This gives his concerts warmth, atmosphere and a strong narrative feel.
Concert Details
Date, Venue & Tickets
📅 Date: May 6, 2026 📍 Venue: Kino SC, Zagreb
🎫 Presale: €39 / €43 / €47 (seated concert) 🎫 On the day: all prices + €5 🏷️ Physical tickets: Dirty Old Shop 🎟️ Online: Hangtime website
A strong turnout is expected, as this program appeals to both jazz fans and lovers of film music.
Eastwood by Eastwood – jazz meets film music
Eastwood by Eastwood presents jazz interpretations of music from Clint Eastwood’s films. The program includes works by John Williams, Lennie Niehaus, Lalo Schifrin and Ennio Morricone, as well as original pieces by Kyle Eastwood and Michael Stevens.
The concert is designed as an intimate musical experience. Jazz improvisation blends with familiar film themes, creating an atmosphere that is emotional, elegant and expressive.
Why You Shouldn’t Miss This Show
– Kyle Eastwood is one of today’s leading jazz double bassists – the program combines jazz and iconic film music in a unique way – rare chance to hear Morricone, Williams, Niehaus and Schifrin in a jazz setting – Kino SC offers the ideal ambience for this type of performance – perfect evening for fans of jazz, film and high-level musicianship
Conclusion
Kyle Eastwood in Zagreb, with the Eastwood by Eastwood program, brings an evening where jazz, film and expressive performance come together. Tickets are on sale — secure yours on time and join us on May 6 at Kino SC!
Kyle Eastwood – a distinctive voice in contemporary jazz
Kyle Eastwood has released more than ten albums and built a clear artistic identity on the modern jazz scene. Although he appeared in films as a young man, he chose music very early in life. As an acoustic and electric bassist, he prefers a melodic and traditional jazz approach. His playing often carries lyrical phrasing and a gentle cinematic touch.
Eastwood’s tone is warm and expressive. His lines are clear and grounded in groove. He respects jazz tradition but enjoys shaping it through a modern lens. That blend gives his music a balance of elegance, openness and emotional clarity.
Between two passions – music and film
Film has played a major role in his artistic development. Eastwood worked on the music for several films directed by his father, Clint Eastwood. These include Mystic River, Million Dollar Baby, Letters from Iwo Jima, Gran Torino and Changeling. In each project, he contributed as a performer and often as a composer. This close connection to cinema helped define his sense of narrative and atmosphere.
His own compositions show this influence. He builds themes gradually, creating space for tension, release and reflection. Many pieces unfold like short scenes, each shaped by colour, emotion and movement. This cinematic quality became one of the most recognisable elements of his writing.
An authentic musical world
Alongside his work in film, Eastwood established a strong career as a bandleader. His albums explore different shades of modern jazz. Some draw on hard-bop roots; others introduce world-music accents or smooth orchestral textures. He often collaborates with musicians such as saxophonist Graeme Blevins, trumpeter Quentin Collins and pianist Andrew McCormack. Their interplay gives his ensembles a tight but flexible sound.
Eastwood’s musical world is defined by several traits:
– elegant and melodic bass work – narrative-driven structures – thoughtful and refined arrangements – a steady balance between tradition and innovation – emotional depth shaped by cinematic sensibility
Kyle Eastwood stands at the point where jazz and film naturally meet. His music carries the phrasing of a jazz player and the storytelling instinct of a film composer. This combination makes him one of the most distinctive and expressive voices in contemporary jazz.
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