Ambrose Akinmusire

Discover the jazz world of Miles Davis

This year, Miles Davis would have turned one hundred. Jazz historian Ashley Kahn opens the evening with a lecture on Davis’ early years. Kahn won a Grammy and wrote, among other things, Kind of Blue: The Making of the Miles Davis Masterpiece. He highlights the period between 1945 and 1960. You will discover how the trumpeter developed the sound that became his trademark.

Experience the emotion of Ambrose Akinmusire

Master trumpeter Ambrose Akinmusire presents his new project: ambrose akinmusire/starshine&clay. Akinmusire is one of the most important jazz musicians of his generation. His playing has a great emotional impact. His music is original and versatile, with inspiration ranging from classical to hip-hop, and from social themes to personal stories.

One of the best jazz experiences

Akinmusire has collaborated with Esperanza Spalding and Jason Moran. He also played on Kendrick Lamar’s To Pimp a Butterfly. Downbeat called him 'one of the prime and powerful fresh voices in 21st century jazz'. Enjoy his trumpet playing, together with Sam Harris on piano, Charles Altura on guitar, Luca Alemanno on bass and Tim Angulo on drums.