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Mary Lou Williams, little piano girl musical reading, from 7 years old at 38Riv
Jazz — Dive into the world of Mary Lou Williams, a jazz pioneer, through an enriching and interactive musical reading for the whole family.
38Riv Jazz Club (Paris 4th)
About
The Little Piano Girl: The Story of Mary Lou Williams, Jazz Legend, a children's book about the life of Mary Lou Williams, a jazz pianist and composer, a major figure too long relegated to the margins of history.
Reading in two languages (English and French), followed by listening to music tracks and a time for discussion about Mary Lou Williams, the history of jazz, and concepts of discrimination. A session part of the "Women of Jazz, Another History of Jazz" project, which highlights the contributions of women in jazz.
Duration: 50 minutes. All ages from 7 and up. Each ticket is €13 online (single rate, valid for 1 person, child or adult). Doors open 30 minutes before. Reservations are highly recommended.
Free entry for leisure centers and associations. Information and registration: contact@38riv.com · 07 82 64 26 32.
About arts and cultural education in Fragments: Fragments is a committed collective that works, with passion and independence, for a more egalitarian and inclusive culture. Through exhibitions, socio-cultural actions, workshops, and support, the association fights against discrimination and actively participates in the evolution toward true parity in the arts and culture. Fragments supports artistic creation – by highlighting female talent without limits – and develops projects dedicated to disadvantaged audiences, whether they are people with disabilities, incarcerated, hospitalized, in great precariousness, or isolated. All info at asso-fragments.com
Line-up: Leïla Olivesi: piano; Elsa Viguier: reading
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
Discover the hidden history of a jazz icon during an intimate performance that blends storytelling with live piano melodies. Located in a cozy cellar, this musical reading honors the incredible legacy of an overlooked pioneer while engaging young minds. It is the perfect outing for those seeking a mix of artistic inspiration and meaningful conversation.
Discover the life of jazz legend Mary Lou Williams at the 38Riv Jazz Club through a 50-minute musical reading for audiences aged 7 and up. Featuring pianist Leïla Olivesi and reader Elsa Viguier, this event based on the book The Little Piano Girl highlights the often-overlooked history of female jazz pioneers. You can attend on October 29, 2026, with sessions scheduled at 14:00 and 20:30. Reservations are highly recommended to secure your spot. Tickets are available at a reduced price of 13 euros when booked online, compared to 15 euros at the door.
Visit the intimate 38Riv Jazz Club in Paris for a bilingual English and French performance celebrating the legacy of composer Mary Lou Williams. On October 29, 2026, this 50-minute session combines live piano by Leïla Olivesi with a reading by Elsa Viguier to introduce the audience to the story told in The Little Piano Girl. The program includes an opportunity for discussion regarding jazz history and discrimination, reflecting the goals of the project Femmes de jazz which seeks to highlight female contributions to the arts. Organized by the collective Fragments, the event is open to families and children from age 7. Two sessions are available at 14:00 and 20:30, with doors opening 30 minutes prior to each performance. To ensure entry, advance booking is strongly suggested. Online tickets are priced at 13 euros, while tickets purchased on-site are 15 euros. Please note that entry is free for community associations and leisure centers.
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