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Hillai Govreen & Artur Vidal in concert at 38Riv Jazz Club
Step into the hushed atmosphere of a hidden basement stage to witness an extraordinary transatlantic musical encounter. A delicate conversation between Brazilian rhythms and jazz improvisation awaits, promising an evening where global boundaries simply melt away.
38Riv Jazz Club (Paris 4th)
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On Sunday, October 25, 2026, 38Riv Jazz Club hosts clarinetist and saxophonist Hillai Govreen alongside guitarist Artur Vidal for a special performance as part of the Jazz sur Seine 2026 festival. This duo explores the intersections of jazz and choro, blending improvisation with rich Brazilian traditions. Two shows are scheduled at 19:30 and 21:30 in the 4th arrondissement. Tickets range from 24€ to 27€ when booked online, or 27€ to 30€ at the door, providing a perfect opportunity to enjoy creative arrangements in an intimate setting.
New York-based clarinetist, saxophonist, and composer Hillai Govreen joins Rio de Janeiro-based seven-string guitarist Artur for an intimate exploration of the musical connections between jazz and choro.
Coming from a rich family musical tradition, Artur possesses deep knowledge of the traditional repertoire as well as the unique rhythmic language of the seven-string guitar. Hillai, for her part, is influenced by numerous Brazilian composers and brings her experience in jazz improvisation and contemporary creative music.
Together, they blend lyrical melodies, improvisation, and the rhythmic richness of Brazilian music to create a soundscape that is both deeply rooted in tradition and open to spontaneous discovery. Drawing inspiration from Brazilian instrumental music, South American composers, the jazz repertoire, and their own arrangements, the duo highlights the affinities and bridges between these different musical worlds.
Through the warm resonances of the seven-string guitar and the expressive voice of the clarinet and saxophone, their performance celebrates dialogue, listening, and the power of music to transcend languages, cultures, and geographical borders.
As part of the Jazz sur Seine 2026 festival.
Line-up: Hillai Govreen: clarinet, saxophone; Artur Vidal: 7-string guitar
The 38Riv Jazz Club is an intimate venue in the heart of the Marais (38 rue de Rivoli, Paris 4th), dedicated to jazz and improvised music.
Our take on this event
Located in the heart of the Marais district, the 38Riv Jazz Club welcomes Hillai Govreen and Artur Vidal on October 25, 2026, for an intimate exploration of jazz and choro. New York-based woodwind player Hillai Govreen joins forces with Rio-based seven-string guitarist Artur Vidal to bridge the gap between their musical worlds. Featured as part of the Jazz sur Seine 2026 festival, their performance highlights the rhythmic depth and spontaneous improvisation inherent in both Brazilian instrumental music and contemporary jazz.
Through original arrangements and carefully curated repertoires, the duo showcases the affinity between South American traditions and the expressive voice of the saxophone and clarinet. Their set celebrates cultural dialogue, prioritizing attentive listening and musical connection over geographical boundaries.
Two one-hour concerts are available: the first from 19:30 to 20:30 and the second from 21:30 to 22:30. Tickets purchased online cost between 24€ and 27€, while tickets at the door range from 27€ to 30€. Join this performance at 38 rue de Rivoli to experience a unique sonic universe crafted by two distinct musical perspectives.
