Willy Ketzer & Deborah Woodson Open Bonn's Summer under the Open Sky

Event: Open-air Music under the Cedar - Willy Ketzer & Friends feat. Deborah Woodson in Koblenzer Straße 78, 53177 Bonn on 6. July 2026

Date and Time

6. July 2026 19:30

Location

kleines theater Bad Godesberg
Koblenzer Str. 78, 53177 Bonn, Deutschland

About this Event

Concerts

Mood

Relaxed

Venue Type

Outside

Summer Jazz under the Old Cedar: Willy Ketzer & Friends feat. Deborah Woodson in Bonn

On Monday, July 6, 2026, the concert series Music under the Cedar begins with an evening focused on live atmosphere, musical precision, and warm summer air. At the open-air stage at the kleinen theater Bad Godesberg, jazz, blues, soul, and funk meet a playing culture that sounds like true stage chemistry. The concert starts at 19:30, scheduled from 19:30 to 22:00. ([kukug.de](https://www.kukug.de/veranstaltungen/musik-unter-der-zeder))

Groove, Voice, Tension

Willy Ketzer is one of the prominent German jazz drummers and brings his experience as a bandleader and ensemble leader into a transparent, open band sound. On his official page, he refers to more than 30 years of show experience, long-term work with Paul Kuhn, and performances and collaborations with greats like Toots Thielemans, Johnny Griffin, Larry Coryell, Benny Bailey, and Dusko Goykovich. This authority also shapes the concert evening under the cedar. ([willyketzer.de](https://www.willyketzer.de/))

Deborah Woodson as the Emotional Center

At the center is the American singer Deborah Woodson, whose voice effortlessly transitions between soul, blues, and jazz. The program focuses on clear lines, direct expression, and fine dynamics rather than effects for their own sake. Together with Marcus Schinkel on piano, Jens Foltynowicz on bass, and Pape Samory Seck on percussion, a chamber-close yet buoyant band sound emerges, which fully unfolds its effect outdoors. ([kukug.de](https://www.kukug.de/veranstaltungen/musik-unter-der-zeder))

Open Air with Festival Character

The series Music under the Cedar is entering its seventh year in 2026 and describes itself as a fixed entity in Bonn's cultural summer. The venue is located at Koblenzer Straße 78 in 53177 Bonn-Bad Godesberg; performances occur outdoors at the open-air stage at the kleinen theater. The concerts are seated, and if dancing is needed, the chairs can be quickly moved aside. Tickets are available through BonnTicket and other presale outlets, as well as at the box office. ([kukug.de](https://www.kukug.de/veranstaltungen/musik-unter-der-zeder))

Voices of the Fans

Reactions online show that the concert series has long held cult status: On the official KuKuG page, the open-air stage is described as a place with a special magic where summer nights, music, and community come together. Since no further official social media profiles for Willy Ketzer have been verified, genuine fan quotes are intentionally omitted at this point. ([kukug.de](https://www.kukug.de/veranstaltungen/musik-unter-der-zeder))

Conclusion

For those who love jazz, soul, and live music in a relaxed open-air setting, this is a summer evening full of depth, groove, and character. Willy Ketzer & Friends feat. Deborah Woodson promise a concert that not only sounds good but resonates. Those wanting to experience Bonn this Monday with music, atmosphere, and spontaneity should not miss this kickoff of the series. ([kukug.de](https://www.kukug.de/veranstaltungen/musik-unter-der-zeder))

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