This week, La Note Bleue welcomes guitarist and singer Jean-Yves Mestre. His playing resonates with the bossa-nova tradition of great composers such as Antonio Carlos Jobim, Chico Buarque, Joao Bosco, Gilberto Gil, Baden Powell, and Joao Donato… Accompanied by the warm, typically Brazilian voice of Nina Papa, the duo sings a sunny and enthusiastic saudade. An authentic journey through Brazil from the sixties to today. Afterwards, La Note Bleue offers a unique appointment with the first stage performance of the quintet Amaryllis, the new band formed by Christian Bailet (bassist and leader of the group Isotop). Comprising entirely of atypical compositions, the pieces are built around melodic themes, borrowing from the language of jazz, spontaneity, and bold improvisation. The whole is mixed with Latin rhythms, funky sounds, and sometimes even rock… We are indeed talking about jazz fusion, a gentle and smooth fusion. No need for technical prowess; the music is accessible and understandable.
Wednesday 17th, Thursday 18th June Jean-Yves Mestre & Nina Papa (bossa, samba)
Jean-Yves Mestre, Nina Papa, Franck Ledonne, and Jean-Luc Danna spread Bossa-Nova and good spirits wherever they go. Their repertoire consists of the most beautiful songs from Brazilian music from the sixties to our days. These friends have known each other forever and play bossa nova with sensitivity and enthusiasm. Go, go Cariocas! Nina Papa (vocals), Jean-Yves Mestre (guitar/vocals), Franck Ledonne (bass), Jean-Luc Danna (drums) www.myspace.com/ninalcprod
Friday 19th, Saturday 20th June Amaryllis (jazz fusion)
Amaryllis is a project led by Christian Bailet who delights us with a new creation each year. This summer, he comes to La Note Bleue with Philippe Cocogne, Max Miguel, Manu Carré, and Roger Lartheau to present his latest baby: Amaryllis. The music is composed by Christian Bailet who loves Latin and funky rhythms mixed with jazz. We are indeed talking about fusion, a gentle, smooth fusion that will add color to La Note Bleue. www.myspace.com/christianbailet
