French Connect Songs Trio

The French Connect Songs Trio offers a subtle and refreshing jazz take on the great standards of French chanson. Without straying too far from the original melodies, the trio infuses each piece with swing, groove, and improvisation, while preserving the poetic essence of the lyrics. From Brel to Brassens, Henri Salvador, Le Forestier, Cabrel, Lavilliers and Bashung – each song is revisited with elegance and sensitivity. Their musical world is both accessible and refined, familiar yet surprising: not too jazzy for chanson fans, nor too soft for jazz lovers. The result? A warm, sunlit musical journey, filled with nostalgia and carried by genuine on-stage chemistry.

The trio unites three artists with rich and complementary backgrounds. Max, a self-taught singer and guitarist, co-founded the band “Citizen Jane” in the 1990s. His warm voice and heartfelt delivery lie at the core of the project. He is joined by Wynand Mawet, a classically trained guitarist (holder of two master’s degrees, 2012), passionate about jazz, gypsy jazz, and world music, which he explores with great finesse. Lastly, Hakim Talbi, a versatile double bassist and pianist trained at the Mons Conservatory, moves freely between classical, jazz, world music and pop. Together, they create a distinctive, balanced and deeply human sound.

The concert will be followed by a drink with the musicians.

Booking

To reserve your seats, please make a payment to BE38 0689 5424 2072, using the reference: "French + your name + number of seats".
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Terms & Conditions

Registrations

Your registration is confirmed once the full payment for your tickets has been received. If the payment has not reached Maison Autrique, we reserve the right to request proof of payment before allowing access to the concert.
Registration for the concert does not grant access to the exhibition. Attendees may only enter spaces designated for the concert.

Cancellations

All cancellations must be reported immediately (by post or email).

Refund policy:

• Cancellations up to one month before the concert: Maison Autrique reserves the right to retain 25% of the amount as administrative fees.

• Cancellations within 15 days before the concert: no refund, unless we find another attendee. In this case, you will be refunded 75%.

• Leaving the concert early does not entitle you to a refund.

Materials damage

If attendees damage any equipment provided, they will be held responsible for its replacement.