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Jazz Factory
From 25 to 27 September 2025

Jazz Factory Festival

A lively tribute to the art of jazz living

Conceived as a tribute to Hugues Panassié, the emblematic figure who elevated jazz to the status of a true art of living, La Fabrique du Jazz is rooted in the authentic atmosphere of the Panassian years.

This unique festival seeks to recapture that special magic by revisiting the great standards that shaped the passion of this visionary critic.

But far from being content with mere nostalgia, La Fabrique du Jazz is determined to shake up established traditions. By opening its doors wide to new generations and contemporary developments in the genre, the festival creates a bold bridge between heritage and innovation, between tradition and modernity.

Publication du : 19 August 2025

edition 2025

The programme
Thursday 25 September

Pink Turtle

When pop meets French swing

Pink Turtle are the perfect embodiment of the spirit of La Fabrique du Jazz: seven accomplished musicians, all instrumentalists and singers, who have made jazz reinterpretation their artistic signature. Their speciality? Transforming the great standards of popular music into swinging jazz nuggets, with that famous ‘French touch’ that makes them so unique. After years of triumphant international touring that established their reputation, these tireless ambassadors of “swinging pop” are back on stage with a refined repertoire and a musical complicity strengthened by experience.

Exceptional training

Patrick Bacqueville (trombone, vocals) – Michel Bonnet (trumpet, backing vocals) – Pierre-Louis Cas (tenor saxophone, clarinet, flute, backing vocals) – Félix Hunot (guitar, banjo, vocals) – Patricia Lebeugle (double bass) –Jean-Marc Montaut (piano, percussion) – Stéphane Roger (drums, vocals) Jean-Marc Montaut (piano, percussion) – Stéphane Roger (drums, vocals) This seven-piece band offers a remarkably rich orchestral sound, brilliantly blending warm brass, expressive strings and lively percussion. Each member brings his or her own musical personality to the table, while serving a collective vision of modern, accessible swing.

Practical information

Bookings: Théâtre Olympe de Gouges box office Montauban Tourist Office By telephone: 05 63 21 02 40 Online ticketing

Tickets : From €8 to €18, depending on seating arrangements

Friday 26th September

Echoes of America

The musical soul of the New World

The Fabrique du Jazz is offering a musical experience on an exceptional scale with “Echoes of America”, a show featuring no fewer than 30 artists on stage. This unprecedented collaboration between the Dulci Jubilo ensemble and theAutre Big Band promises a sonic journey to the heart of the American soul in the 20th century. A tribute to America’s musical heritage This festive event is a dazzling celebration of the finest American musicals and choral music of the last century. On the programme: an immersion in the teeming world of Broadway, timeless standards that have stood the test of time, and the creative effervescence that has made American culture shine throughout the world.

Leonard Bernstein in the spotlight

A great deal of attention is paid to Leonard Bernstein, a leading figure in American music whose creative genius revolutionised the art of music. A composer, visionary conductor and passionate teacher, Bernstein made history with his legendary musical “West Side Story”, a masterpiece that continues to fascinate audiences around the world with its modernity and humanity.

Practical information

Bookings: Théâtre Olympe de Gouges box office Montauban Tourist Office By telephone: 05 63 21 02 40 Online ticketing

Tickets : From €8 to €18, depending on seating arrangements

Saturday 27 September

Ibrahim Maalouf & The T.O.M.A.

The open-air apotheosis

The 7th edition of La Fabrique du Jazz culminates in an exceptional event: Ibrahim Maalouf returns in force with his 17th album and his revolutionary musical project T.O.M.A (Trumpets of Michel-Ange). For the first time, the festival will be moving out of its traditional confines and taking over the Eurythmie space in a brand new open-air configuration, adding a whole new dimension to this celebration of jazz. A grand finale under the stars This exceptional open-air concert promises a unique sensory experience. The natural acoustics of the Eurythmie site, combined with the talent of these extraordinary musicians, will create a magical atmosphere to bring this 7th edition to a close. An evening of music under the stars, in the spirit of communion and sharing so dear to Hugues Panassié.

An intergenerational musical adventure

The T.O.M.A project brings together 9 exceptional musicians in a great musical adventure that transcends stylistic boundaries. Ibrahim Maalouf and his accomplices transport us to a fascinating universe where folklore and modernity become one, creating a unique alchemy that makes each concert a true intergenerational feast. This artistic approach fits perfectly with the DNA of La Fabrique du Jazz: honouring tradition while embracing innovation. Maalouf, with his quarter-tone trumpet and boundless musical vision, embodies the festival’s philosophy of openness and cultural cross-fertilisation.

Practical information

Bookings: Théâtre Olympe de Gouges box office Montauban Tourist Office By telephone: 05 63 21 02 40 Online ticketing

Tickets : From €25 to €69

JAZZ PASS packages Jazz Pass: €60 (all 3 concerts with standing room for Ibrahim Maalouf) Absolute Jazz Pass: €88 (all 3 concerts with seated seating for all)