Youn Sun Nah

La Seine Musicale welcomes Youn Sun Nah, a singular voice of contemporary jazz. Expect an evening where emotion and virtuosity meet, carried by an artist with boundless creativity.

Youn Sun Nah, South Korean singer, composer, and performer, has established herself as a major figure in international jazz vocals. Born in Seoul into a family of musicians—her father is a choir director and her mother an opera singer—she first explored musical theatre before turning to jazz in the late 1990s, moving to Paris to study at CIM and the American School of Modern Music. This dual culture, between Korean musical heritage and learning Western jazz, deeply nourishes her artistic approach, distinguishing her through an ability to fuse genres and influences with great fluidity.

Her journey is marked by critically acclaimed albums such as "Voyage" (2008), "Same Girl" (2010), "Lento" (2013), and more recently "Waking World" (2022). Each of these works testifies to her evolution, curiosity, and desire to explore new sonic textures. She is recognized for her exceptional vocal mastery, capable of transitioning with ease from the most intimate whisper to powerful flights, using her voice as an instrument in its own right, sometimes even incorporating extended techniques or body percussion. Her repertoire alternates between original compositions, often imbued with poetry and melancholy, and bold reinterpretations of standards or tracks from other musical universes, always with a personal and inventive touch.

On stage, Youn Sun Nah is renowned for the intensity and authenticity of her performances. Far from artifices, she creates a deep connection with her audience, carried by a stage presence that is both discreet and captivating. Her concerts are invitations to travel, suspended moments where improvisation and raw emotion take full place. She regularly surrounds herself with leading musicians, contributing to subtle and inventive arrangements that highlight her unique voice. This La Seine Musicale performance represents a wonderful opportunity to discover or rediscover an artist whose originality and sensitivity continue to mark today's jazz landscape, offering a live experience rich in nuances and emotions.