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Sophie Leliwa in concert
2024-02-01 20:30 - 22:30 (Europe/Paris) | Institut de la Tour, 86 rue de la Tour, Paris, 75016, France
Sophie Leliwa, a 4th-year student, will be presenting her debut EP “Day Dreaming” at the Institut de la Tour. She is accompanied by Bruno Rougevin-Baville on piano and Nathan Kuperminc on clarinet, both former graduates of IMEP – Paris College of Music.
Proceeds from the event will be donated to the Life Project 4 Youth association, which helps young people in situations of exclusion to integrate into society and the workplace.
Tickets : http://tinyurl.com/27s729mn
“Bring your dreams to life” is written on the walls of LP4Y’s Filipino Life Center.
Sophie Leliwa’s adventure began with a song written for the association! The adventure continued with an album, then a tribute show to Barbara! And from dream to dream … she released her first trio album, “Day dreaming”.
A first look at Sophie Leliwa’s music. Three songs that together explore the inspirations and colors of a nascent repertoire, laying the foundations for an artistic universe. Drawing on the lightness of French chanson, the depth of poetry, and the spontaneity of jazz, Sophie Leliwa surrounds herself with piano and clarinet to enchant her audience with finesse, and take them on a journey… from Manila to “Day Dreaming”, via Barbara!

Bomel at la Cigale
2024-02-02 20:00 - 21:00 | La Cigale, 120 boulevard de Rochechouart, Paris, 75018, France
Inspired from an early age by blues, funk and electronic music, Frenchman Bomel began to make a name for himself during the confinement. In 2021, he signed to AOC Records (Bellaire, Georges, Never Dull) and released his first EP. Riding the wave of nu-disco and its bonhomie, Bomel released its collaboration-rich debut EP “Have a Seat” in early 2023. Having sold out La Boule Noire & La Maroquinerie in Paris, it’s now La Cigale’s turn to welcome Bomel on February 2, 2024.
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The Glenn Ferris NEWTET
2024-02-02 20:00 - 22:00 | Le Barbizon, 141 rue de Tolbiac, Paris, 75013, France
With Glenn Ferris, sponsor of the IMEP class of 2014, and Michael Felberbaum, professor at IMEP.
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Legendary trombonist GLENN FERRIS has played a wide variety of jazz styles throughout his career, alongside such iconic artists as Frank Zappa, Stevie Wonder, Billy Cobham, Steve Lacy, Philly Joe Jones, Marital Solal, Henri Texier, Michel Petrucciani, Archie Shepp and many more. He has also led numerous personal musical projects featuring his prolific original compositions, ranging from trios to big bands, and from acoustic to electric music.
This new quartet, “NEWTET”, is his first project and first concert in Paris since before the Covid period, and this music reflects the extremely creative period he enjoyed during the Covid years.
He is accompanied by his faithful acolytes: Bruno Rousselt on bass, Jeff Boudreaux on drums and Michael Felberbaum on guitar: Bruno Rousselt on bass, Jeff Boudreaux on drums and Michael Felberbaum on guitar.
The music is fresh, energetic, clear and simple, but always with complex and elegant subtleties in the background.
Glenn is a great improviser, exhilarating and imbued with a playful joy and deep-rooted blues influences. These new compositions give him enormous freedom to explore new directions at any time.
Come and be part of Glenn’s new story with this first performance of his new era! An evening where the creativity and talent of this trombone genius will take you on a unique musical journey.

Atacama at Sunset
2024-02-03 20:30 - 22:00 | Sunside Sunset, 60 rue des Lombards, Paris, 75001
The Atacama group, made up of former students:
Bruno Rougevin-Baville – piano
Victor Gonon – guitare
Maxime Isoard – basse
Anael Noury – drums
at Sunset on Saturday, February 3, starting at 8:30 p.m.
Tickets : https://sunset.projetscw.com/boutique/atacama/

Jam IMEP at deux pianos
2024-02-06 20:00 - 22:00 | Les 2 pianos
led by Bernard Vidal

Glenn Ferris NewTet at the Sunset
2024-02-10 20:30 - 22:00 | Sunside Sunset, 60 rue des Lombards, Paris, 75001
With Glenn Ferris – trombone, harmonica
Mike Felberbaum – electric guitar
Bruno Rousselet – electric basse
Jeff Boudreaux – drums
Glenn Ferris and his new group “NEWTET” explore the entire history of jazz, picking up pieces here and there with an ease and mastery that few musicians possess today. We’ll go from Bix Beiderbeck to Eric Dolphy, via songs by Strayhorn and Ellington, to Monk and even a foray into reggae with War, made famous by Bob Marley, and of course original compositions by Glenn and his musicians.

Mikhaa & Orelle present Love at Cabaret La Bouche
2024-02-14 20:00 - 22:30 | Cabaret La Bouche, 15 rue Esclangon, Paris, 75018, France
Avec alumni and IMEP teacher, Orelle Soyeux
This show/concert is Mikhaa’s very first story in the “Mikhaa &” series, and his “complex” link with AmOuR. Love yourself. It all starts here with Mikhaa. So come and discover this musical link, accompanied by the virtuoso @orellesoyeuxmusic on piano and voice.
Doors open 7pm – Show starts 8pm
Reservation by e-mail 10€ : mikhaatheone@gmail.com
or on site: €13

Dans la lune at the Melville
2024-02-14 21:00 - 23:00 | Le Melville
Blues, swing, bossa in an intimate Valentine’s concert. These three IMEP companions mix standards with music inspired by their travels and encounters. This brilliant trio takes us on a wonderful journey. Limited seating!
With Baptiste Aspar, Constantin de Massé and Grace Jennings

Jazz Trio at the Dissident Club
2024-02-16 21:30 - 23:30 | The Dissident Club, 58 rue Richer, Paris, 75009, France
With IMEP students:
Silin Chen : drums
Rafael Mafra : guitar
Nicolas Chua : basse
Come and support them!

Esaie Menou Quartet at the Disquaires
2024-02-21 20:00 - 22:00 | Les Disquaires, 4-6 rue des Taillandiers, Paris, 75011, France
The Esaïe Menou Quartet is a meeting of four musicians with diverse influences. The project was initiated by Esaïe Menou, guitarist, singer, composer and arranger. Originally from Benin, his music is steeped in traditional Beninese rhythms, which he blends with jazz, one of the musical styles that inspires him most today.
It’s a lively, oral music in which improvisation plays a major role. Savvy, danceable, sometimes unpredictable but always inspired, it’s unlike anything we’ve heard before.
This original repertoire is carried by musicians chosen by Esaïe for their sound and musicality. The complicity between them is palpable, and each concert is a journey of warm, flamboyant sounds from which you won’t emerge unscathed!
Esaie Menou: guitar, vocals, composition
Nathan Kuperminc: clarinet
Alexandra Comnos: bass
Faniry Andrianarisoa: drums
Tickets : https://lesdisquaires.com/event/esaie-menou-quartet/

A tribute to Carmen McRae at Sunside
2024-02-21 21:30 - 23:30 | Sunside Sunset, 60 rue des Lombards, Paris, 75001
With Leslie Lewis,Gerard Hagen – pianoPeter Giron – basseMourad Benhammou – drums
Promo code : 8LL2102
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Funky Ella, with Leslie Lewis, has achieved an admirable tour de force by making us rediscover some works that are among the favorites of all time. Suddenly, Funky Ella brings them up to date with new interpretations, great arrangements, and, above all, with well-chosen talented musicians. With her unmatched voice, Leslie Lewis can do whatever she wants, and anything she does with it is done with the best musical taste, whether in style or through the use of her wonderful vocal instrument.

Fuzekin at the Baiser Salé
2024-02-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Le Baiser Salé, 58 rue des Lombards, Paris, 75001, France
Fuzekin is a jazz band, but above all it’s three buddies who plug in, shake the walls, unplug, and disappear just as they arrived. Jazz, groove, electro-metal-noise…legend has it they invented noise. Their jungle and nu-soul influences poison the fresh air with jazz harmonies and funk/soul rhythms. Modern, rhythmic music, sometimes soaring, sometimes violent, with and without distortion…

Will Alexander – keyboard
Sonny Bellonie : bass
Thomas Chevallet : drums

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Gemini Cream & Pink's wife at la Dame de Canton
2024-02-24 20:30 - 22:30 | La Dame de Canton, Port de la Gare, Paris, 75013, France
With student groups from IMEP – Paris College of Music
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Salvatore Dixon Duo
2024-03-01 19:30 - 22:00 | Fondation Biermans-Lapôtre, 9 A Boulevard Jourdan, Paris, 75014, France
With former graduates of IMEP – Paris College of Music, Thomas Salvatore, piano, class of 2023, and Alejandro Dixon, drummer.
The band features Thomas Salvatore on keyboards and Alejandro Dixon on drums (former FBL resident). This jazz duo performs their own compositions and covers by jazz, funk and pop greats.
Tickets : https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/billets-concert-live-jazz-soul-music-815030035777?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwAR29zBwee1zDd9H4HrTlRb65w2TRhFh3l7J4zHmSwadXi_3D1uMkr2iBYXw

Masterclass Yaron Herman
2024-03-02 15:00 - 17:00 | IMEP Paris College of Music, 7 rue Emile Dubois, Paris, Ile-de-France, 75014, France
IMEP – PARIS COLLEGE OF MUSIC WELCOMES PIANIST YARON HERMAN ON SATURDAY MARCH 2 FOR AN INTERACTIVE Q&A SESSION OPEN TO ALL MUSICIANS.
Theme: Personal development for the jazz musician: from improving technique to managing stress.
Tickets : https://www.billetweb.fr/masterclasse-yaron-herman

Emilie Forbin at the Sunside
2024-03-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Sunside Sunset, 60 rue des Lombards, Paris, 75001
Singer-songwriter Emilie Forbin, accompanied by an excellent trio of musicians, sings her latest compositions for the first time, arranged in jazz with double bassist and arranger Juan Sébastien Jimenez.
Her pretty voice and beautiful melodies transport us into her world, populated by feelings both light and serious. It’s a trip not to be missed!

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Emilie Forbin – voice
Ludovic de Preissac – piano
Juan Sébastien Jimenez – double bass
Philippe Soirat – drums

Michael Felberbaum at Babilo
2024-03-02 21:30 - 23:00 | Le Bab-Ilo, 9 rue du Baigneur, Paris, 75018, France
Lunar Module on Saturday, March 2, 2024
With Jon Handelsman, David Lewis, Michael Felberbaum, Didier Havet, Cyril Atef
At Babilo, 9 rue du Baigneur, 75018 Paris

Masterclass Rick Margitza
2024-03-05 19:00 - 21:00 | IMEP Paris College of Music, 7 rue Emile Dubois, Paris, Ile-de-France, 75014, France
Join us on Tuesday, March 5 from 7pm at IMEP for Rick Margitza’s masterclass!

Rick Margitza is one of the most respected musicians of his generation. An excellent tenor and soprano saxophonist whose influences range from John Coltrane to Wayne Shorter and Michael Brecker, he has developed a sound that is unmistakably his own, and a musicality that is as poetic as it is incisive.

Admission is free for IMEP students.
Reservations are required: https://www.billetweb.fr/masterclass-rick-margitza

Amhaya trio at La Bouche Cabaret
2024-03-06 20:00 - 22:00 | Cabaret La Bouche, 15 rue Esclangon, Paris, 75018, France
With former IMEP – Paris College of Music student Amhri Maya, and Orelle Soyeux, former IMEP student and teacher, as opening act.
Enjoy an exclusive acoustic performance of Amhaya’s very first album, performed as a trio by :
Amhri Maya : piano/voix
Nikola Zmijarevic : guitare
Alexandre Bamba : basse/voix

Amhaya, born in 2019 from the musical fusion between a voice set on a piano and a freewheeling guitar. In a timeless space, the gilding of jazz makes Amhri Maya’s melodies shine and Nikola Zmijarevic’s notes vibrate, combined with the unique sound of Alexandre Bamba. Somewhere between improvisation and original creation, this duo of scintillating composers takes on the most diverse and improbable desires. Listening to this album, the sensitive ear floats in an ocean of sensuality, where earth, water, air and fire are transformed into unique melodies from elsewhere.

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Bavard'jase Madame Helmie Bellini
2024-03-08 19:00 - 22:00 | La Maison de la Conversation, 12 rue Maurice Grimaud, Paris, 75018, France
Join us in DJ Set mode for a new Bavard’Jase by IMEP alumna Helmie Bellini.
A rhythmic time, calm or syncopated, during which the audience, hanging on my every word, can (re)discover stories in the history of jazz, celebrate its heroes AND ESPECIALLY its heroines; highlight the women who have left their mark on the history of this music and those who are its cousins. And, if I ever run out of things to say, and the public wants to join me in chatting, Bavard’Jase will be all the better for it.
Let’s celebrate together, from the roots up; the spirit of jazz and that of all its musical cousins.
Madame Helmie Bellini
Tickets : BAVARD’JASE by Madame Helmie Bellini Billets, Le ven 8 mars 2024 à 19:00 | Eventbrite

Ehran Jade 4tet at the Melville
2024-03-08 20:30 - 22:30 | Le Melville
Having charmed the Sydney and Auckland music scenes with her groups “The Hepburns” and “The Golden Age Band”, talented Australian singer Ehran Jade, freshly settled in Paris, will take you on an elegant and refined journey from Broadway to Chicago.
Ehran Jade and her accomplices will guide you on a journey back in time to the Roaring Twenties!

Ehran Jade : voice
Sébastien Lovato : piano
Régis Igonnet : double bass
Gérard Dantec : drums

IMEP Audition (international candidates)
2024-03-09
Reserved for candidates unable to travel to IMEP – international candidates have priority.
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Jam at deux pianos
2024-03-12 20:00 - 22:00 | les 2 pianos

Alban Darche & Loïs Le Van at Sunside
2024-03-13 19:30 - 22:00 | Sunside Sunset, 60 rue des Lombards, Paris, 75001
Alban Darche & Loïs Le Van invite Sandrine Marchetti & Romain Pilon

Loïs Le Van – vocals
​Alban Darche – sax
Romain Pilon – guitare
Sandrine Marchetti – piano
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It’s an encounter, a need to go to the essential, to the obvious, to pure emotion. Jazz. Singer Loïs Le Van and saxophonist Alban Darche invite Sandrine Marchetti and Romain Pilon to create unique trios.

Aïteka at Baiser Salé
2024-03-14 21:00 - 22:30 | Le Baiser Salé, 58 rue des Lombards, Paris, 75001, France
With IMEP alumna Adriana Maria.
Aïteka is the perfect blend of afrobeat, mixed with funk, jazz and hip-hop.
A deep, ancestral rhythmic pulse around which tangy, piquant and flamboyant brass instruments wrap themselves. Funk and psychedelic keyboards, hypnotic guitars and intoxicating rhythms. Colorful percussion sprinkled with airy, powerful soul vocals. Texts reflecting today’s world in all its beauty and contradictions.
In short, Aïteka’s recipe is groove!
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Eldegee in concert
2024-03-15 21:00 - 22:30
with IMEP former student Laura Operti
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IMEP Audition
2024-03-16 | IMEP Paris College of Music, 7 rue Emile Dubois, Paris, Ile-de-France, 75014, France
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Concert by IMEP students
2024-03-17 19:00 - 23:00 | Les 2 pianos
IMEP – PARIS COLLEGE OF MUSIC PRESENTS ITS BIG BAND AND ENSEMBLES OF 4TH AND 5TH YEAR STUDENTS ON SUNDAY MARCH 17, 2024 AT 2 PIANOS.
The evening kicks off at 7pm with the IMEP Big Band, followed by ensembles of 4th and 5th year students. They’ll be presenting the sets they’ve been working on throughout the year with their teachers.
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Manuel Rocheman at Comptoir Vocal
2024-03-20 19:00 - 22:00 | Le grand comptoir d’Anvers, 2 place d'Anvers, Paris, 75009, France
Every Wednesday, the Grand Comptoir d’Anvers transforms itself into a jazz club from 7pm to 10pm, welcoming the best names in Parisian jazz!

Antoine Dessane – Vocal
Manuel Rocheman – Piano
Corentin Giniaux – Clarinette/Saxophone

Rodinha aux Nouveaux Sauvages
2024-03-22 21:00 - 23:30 | Les Nouveaux Sauvages, 1 avenue Gabriel Peri, Montreuil, 93100, France
Come and support Rodinha, the IMEP alumni samba group, on March 22 at Les Nouveaux Sauvages, starting at 9pm.
Camille Arcache – Chant
Nathan Kuperminc – Clarinette
Valentin Delbrel – Guitare 7cordes/cavaquinho
Félix Reneault – Percussions/chant/cavaquinho
Eliott Khosla – Percussions
