From jazz to rock. Popular music cafes among tourists in Almaty

Almaty is a center of Kazakh culture in general and music in particular. Famous Kazakh composers worked here. Almaty gave us the first musical theaters and the first Kazakh pop ensembles. Since 1990, the unique international music festival "Asia Dauysy" has been held at the high mountain sports complex "Medeu".

In the largest megapolis in Kazakhstan, you can go to the performance of musical groups in various locations almost any day. We will tell you about music cafes, where the notes seem to fly in the air and tables are full of delicious food.

Muzcafe

Location: 117 Abay Avenue, the corner of Klochkva Street

In two halls of this cafe, live performances are held about every day. The repertoire includes jazz, tribute concerts of world stars, and acoustic music. Mostly, the focus is on Almaty groups' performances, but some foreign guests also perform.

"It is a very underground place. The audience is of different ages, but, most importantly, they are music lovers",- write visitors.

"Ever Jazz" jazz club

Location: 24 Zenkova Street

It is the first professional jazz club in Almaty. Jazz, bossa nova, funk, blues, soul, and flamenco are in the repertory. Musicians from Kazakh and Russian jazz schools are the basis of the club’s musical program, but world stars also perform here.

"It is a mecca for jazz lovers. Great music, atmospheric place", music lovers note.

Harat's Pub on Panfilov Street

Location: 110 Panfilov Street (between Bogenbay Batyr and Karasay Batyr streets)

Classic Irish pub where Kazakhstan musicians perform in genres from grunge to rock and roll.

"A gorgeous, atmospheric, and cozy place; the music is super, and you can play darts and table hockey. A service is as fast as lightning", visitors write about this place.

"Tantsy" bar (or "Dance" bar)

Location: 73 Gogol Street, Otrar Hotel

People come here not only to listen to music but also, as the name implies, to dance. Almaty musical groups perform at 10 p.m., and after them, DJs take over the stage.

Visitors to this bar say: "Nice atmosphere, loud live music, and several bars surrounding the dance floor make this place unique. The staff members are polite and friendly."

Harvey’s Almaty

Location: 223 Nazarbayev Avenue, "Alma-Ata" shopping mall

Live bands play in this place about every day. You can follow their schedule on social networks. There is a wide choice of music - from pop to rock.

"Good atmosphere, especially on weekends when live bands perform! The food is great, especially the burgers. The location is very convenient. The price tag is slightly above the average", - write satisfied guests.

You can also listen to live music at the Fort Vernyi, Life Grill Cafe, Narsharab Restaurant, Guinness Pub, The Banka Bar, and Chechil Pub chains.