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Meeting with David Krakauer

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Oct 14

Meeting with David Krakauer

Few musicians manage to bridge the gap between tradition and absolute freedom as effortlessly as David Krakauer. This intimate conversation offers a rare deep dive into the mind of a visionary who redefined the boundaries of jazz and klezmer.

ECUJE (Paris 10th)

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On Wednesday, October 14, 2026, the ECUJE in the 10th arrondissement hosts a special session with renowned clarinetist David Krakauer. Interviewed by Alex Dutilh, the musician discusses his professional journey, his technical training, and his love for jazz, highlighting how he has revitalized klezmer music. This event offers insight into his philosophy on transmission and the role of teaching in his creative process. Open to adults aged 18 and over, the encounter runs from 18:30 to 19:30. Tickets are available at a full price of 15 € or a reduced rate of 10 €.

During this interview, Alex Dutilh will look back with the clarinetist on his journey, his apprenticeship of the instrument, his love of jazz, and the paths that led him to renew klezmer music. They will also discuss his vision of transmission and the role that teaching currently plays in his work.

A meeting with a musician who brings memory, creation, and freedom into dialogue.

Our take on this event

Join David Krakauer at the ECUJE for an exclusive conversation focused on his musical evolution. From 18:30 to 19:30, Alex Dutilh moderates a discussion covering the clarinetist's career milestones, his deep connection to jazz, and his significant contributions to the evolution of klezmer music. The session explores the intersection of heritage, composition, and artistic freedom.

The exchange also highlights Krakauer's commitment to education and how teaching influences his contemporary work. This is a unique opportunity to understand the mechanics of a musician who bridges the gap between traditional roots and modern innovation. Attendance is restricted to participants 18 years of age or older, and advance booking is required. Prices are set at 15 € for standard admission and 10 € for the reduced rate.

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