All from different backgrounds, but driven by the same passion: groove, celebration, rhythm. Akata Kolo Orchestra (often abbreviated to A.K.O.), formed in 2021, is the result of a meeting between nine musicians from the Conservatoire Départemental de Gennevilliers. From the outset, the group has had a clear ambition: to thrill audiences, combining the infectious energy […]
Two jazz performances on Friday, December 5, featuring two pianos! - CHRIS BLUE TRIO - JAZZ & BLUES ORGAN TRIO (USA / FR): CHRIS BLUE is not your stereotypical American with a guitar. In France since 2022, he has been studying jazz at renowned music schools such as IMEP and the American School of Modern […]
"Mutual understanding, collusion, complicity—these are the words and expressions that characterize the affinities that connect Manuel and Olivier in their friendly conversation. Discovering Bill Evans and Toots Thielemans' album Affinity was a turning point for Olivier Ker Ourio. This recording revealed to the harmonica player the vast possibilities of jazz on the harmonica and inspired […]
Julie Erikssen – vocals, guitar Julian Caetano – piano Juan Villarroel – double bass Rasmus Blixt – drums An exceptional singer, multi-instrumentalist, improviser and songwriter, Julie is not only one of the most brilliant jazz artists of her generation, but also one of the most versatile. Her interpretations, always very elegant, subtly combine traditional heritage […]
