Jean — Jacques Elangué, Tenor Madness

Tenor saxophonist Jean-Jacques Elangué is about to take the stage at M. Musée du Vin in Paris. A singular opportunity to discover his "Tenor Madness" project in an intimate setting conducive to listening.

Jean-Jacques Elangué is a figure of the tenor saxophone on the French and international jazz scene. Trained at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse in Paris, he has developed a sonority and style entirely his own, following in the lineage of great masters while bringing a personal touch. His journey is marked by diverse collaborations, taking him to explore different facets of jazz, from hard bop to contemporary jazz, through incursions into African music.

The "Tenor Madness" project is a tribute to the tenor saxophone and its history in jazz, evoking the famous album by Sonny Rollins and John Coltrane. Elangué revisits standards here and presents original compositions, shedding light on the rich expressive range of this instrument. His technical mastery and ability to navigate between lyricism and energy characterize his interpretations. He is known for his stage presence, where interaction with fellow musicians and the public is palpable, creating an atmosphere of exchange and sharing.

This appearance in Paris at M. Musée du Vin offers a particular setting to appreciate Jean-Jacques Elangué's music. Far from large venues, this place allows rare proximity with artists, fostering attentive listening and immersion in the saxophonist's sonic universe. It is an opportunity for jazz lovers to deepen their knowledge of the instrument and discover a musician whose career is marked by constant quest for authenticity and innovation in tradition. His approach to the tenor saxophone, both respectful of roots and open to the present, promises rich and nuanced musical experience.