Edition #3 Jazz à Semur – July 2023
Review of the third edition of the jazz festival organized in Burgundy in the town of Semur-en-Auxois.
Overview
The third edition of the Jazz à Semur festival took place in July 2023 in Semur-en-Auxois, further establishing the festival as a key cultural event in Burgundy.
This edition confirmed the festival’s identity through a carefully curated and ambitious program, blending renowned artists with emerging talent, while continuing to promote jazz as a living, diverse, and contemporary musical form.
Our poster
Franck Dujoux, a graphic designer partner alongside us from the very beginning, takes us into a deep black for an even more striking poster.
Program
Thursday, July 6, 2023
Accompanied by Clément Simon on organ and Clément Brajtman on drums, Arthur Links (on guitar) presents his new repertoire of compositions at the crossroads of boogaloo, jazz and rhythm and blues. The opportunity to discover around his writing the “organ-guitar-drums” trio: a singular formula of American music, overflowing with energy.
Festive evening with a jazz musical background
Friday, July 7, 2023
We will find on stage Caroline Schmid, Adrien Desse, Olivier Bernard and Tom Juvigny to create jazzy and groovy poetry. The compositions written by Caroline give a peaceful and serene atmosphere, inspired by life and encounters.
This is not just any artist who will be in Semur-en-Auxois: Anne Pacéo. The jazzwoman now has three Victoires de la Musique to her credit: Jazz Revelation in 2011 with her album Triphase and Jazz Artist of the Year in 2016 and 2019. This time, she comes in trio with Joan Eche-Puig on double bass and Leonardo Montana on piano with a jazz coming from the four corners of the globe: Catalonia, Ivory Coast, Brazil and a bit of France.
Saturday, July 8, 2023
Behind this name are two musicians, Audrey Podrini and Camille Thouvenot, who bring together jazz and tango and are strongly inspired by Latin American music.
A guitarist considered one of the greatest names in French jazz and an exceptional technician, internationally renowned, Sylvain Luc will be present in Semur-en-Auxois to present his very latest solo album.
Robin Mansanti sings as a direct heir of Chet Baker. At this level, it is no longer imitation, it is reincarnation. Robin Mansanti moves to the trumpet and, once again, the breath of Chet Baker seems to pass through him.
And when the magic happens, we listen and rejoice!
A single site for the festival
The Town Hall park is the perfect setting for summer evenings to the sound of jazz.
Key Characteristics of the 2023 Edition
- A balanced lineup combining emerging artists and internationally recognized musicians
- A strong emphasis on cross-genre influences, from jazz tradition to world music and contemporary styles
- A centralized venue, improving audience experience and cohesion
- A continued commitment to making jazz accessible, vibrant, and engaging
Summary
The 2023 edition marked a significant step forward for Jazz à Semur, strengthening its artistic credibility and identity.
By combining high-level performances, stylistic diversity, and a welcoming atmosphere, the festival confirmed its role as a growing and distinctive jazz event in Burgundy, appealing to both dedicated enthusiasts and new audiences.