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Believe it or not, the history of jazz is somehow linked to Belgium. If it arrived quickly in the country, it was in our beautiful capital that one of the very first jazz magazines was born. In the land ofAdolphe Sax, inventor of the saxophone, a former factory in the heart of Saint-Gilles became the new home of jazz. With programs featuring icons of jazz, soul, blues and homage to Frank Sinatra and Louis Armstrong, history resonates within the walls of The Jazz Room in Brussels, musically transporting you to the cradle of the genre, New Orleans, and beyond.
What is “The Jazz Room”?
The Jazz Room is a 60-minute live concert in which professional artists pay tribute to the greats. Featuring songs by Luther Vandross, Otis Redding and Jimmy McHugh, the carefully selected set lists let you explore the origins and heritage of jazz, blues and soul in separate concerts. As the notes fill the space, sip a cocktail as the performance draws you in, and lose yourself in the secrets of music that touches the soul.
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The Jazz Room: A journey to the heart of New Orleans
Let the music take you on a stirring journey to New Orleans, the melting pot of cultures where jazz was born. Featuring a singular blend of ragtime and brass, punctuated by moments of spontaneous improvisation, discover the music that changed everything, by Louis Armstrong, Irving Mills, Spencer Williams and many others. Transported to New Orleans by one of the world’s most influential musical genres, be part of the living legend of jazz, where every note tells an inspiring story.
The Jazz Room: a tribute to soul
The power of soul music, a blend of gospel and rhythm and blues, played a fundamental role in the civil rights movement, and every note is capable of touching the heart and soul of the listener. In this tribute to Soul, this mythical genre is honored through covers of Al Green’s “Let’s Stay Together” and Luther Vandross ‘ “Never Too Much”, among other classics. Sit back and let yourself be carried away by the stories of love and hardship that each track brings to life through the spotlight, the melodies and the deepest depths of your being.
The Jazz Room: A tribute to the Blues
Much more than a concert, this tribute to the Blues is a celebration of the great history and cultural influence of the blues. Performing a selection of classic and modern songs, such as BB King ‘s “The Thrill is Gone” and Etta James‘ “I’d Rather Go Blind”, the artists offer you an intense and memorable experience as they tell the stories of the genre, characterized by its plaintive notes and three-verse stanzas. An essential expression of the African-American experience after the abolition of slavery, the blues is a veritable vehicle of raw emotion. As the concert unfolds, let yourself be carried away by its power and the stories it contains.
The Jazz Room: a tribute to Frank Sinatra and Louis Armstrong
This exceptional tribute celebrates the legacy of two giants who shaped the history of jazz. On the one hand, Frank Sinatra transformed every melody into a timeless classic with his unique style and stage presence. On the other, Louis Armstrong revolutionized the genre with his trumpet and inimitable voice, full of emotion and swing. Let yourself be carried away by a lively reinterpretation of their most emblematic songs, such as“Fly Me to the Moon” and“What a Wonderful World”. More than just a concert, this evening is an immersion in the past, an intense musical experience that will let you relive the magic of jazz’s greatest moments.
From jazz to soul, blues to a tribute to Frank Sinatra and Louis Armstrong, The Jazz Room program at La Tricoterie pays tribute to the great names and invites you to immerse yourself in the emotions that only this music can awaken.