Duc des Lombards

Rue des Lombards, the small street halfway between Place du Châtelet and the Pompidou centre, became a major artery within the Paris jazz scene thanks in large part to the Duc des Lombards. Since 1984 this modest venue (in size only) has proven that jazz is not measured in square metres.

Its stage has been graced with the biggest national and international names, including the likes of Eric Truffaz, Baptiste Trotignon, Melody Gardot, Benny Golson… When it comes to musical style, the Duc covers a broad range, from free-jazz to hard bop and gypsy. The talented Sébastien Vidal directs the critically acclaimed programming, when he is not hosting the authoritative radio show, TSF Jazz.

An intimate setting

Live concerts are held every night at 7:30pm and 10pm. On Fridays the music plays after hours with lively jam sessions that go late into the night. Acclaimed professionals, along with young beginners rave over the venue’s exceptional acoustics and the close proximity between performers and the audience.

Unlike many jazz clubs, the Duc des Lombards goes for a contemporary look, with modern design chairs, round pedestal tables in light wood, classy lighting and video projections.

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