Aurore Voilqué, a virtuoso violinist, began her musical journey at age 4 with the Suzuki method. After early experiences in classical orchestras, she honed her craft performing in the Paris metro before founding the Aurore Quartet in 2003. Her passion for gypsy jazz led her to collaborate with renowned artists like Thomas Dutronc, featuring on his album “Live is Love” under the Blue Note label.
Aurore has graced the stages of prestigious jazz festivals and clubs across France and internationally, including Birdland in New York. She has recorded multiple albums, including a tribute to Django Reinhardt with organist Rhoda Scott. In 2018, she released “Valse Bohémienne” with Angelo Debarre and other esteemed musicians.
She continues to influence the jazz scene, programming for venues like the Jazz Café Montparnasse and collaborating on projects worldwide. Most recently, Aurore has performed at festivals in New York and Australia, contributing to tributes and expanding her global reach.
Fintan Gilligan is one of Ireland’s leading Gypsy Jazz guitarists, with a career spanning over 30 years on the Irish jazz scene. As the driving force behind The Hotclub of Dublin, he has captivated audiences across the country and beyond. A regular performer in England and especially in France, Fintan has jammed with some of the most renowned figures in the Gypsy Jazz world.
His frequent appearances at the Django Festival in Samois-sur-Seine every June have earned him a devoted international following, admired not only for his exceptional guitar skills but also for his vocal prowess. Drawing inspiration from legendary crooners like Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, and Bobby Darin, Fintan has mastered the art of seamlessly blending vocals with Gypsy Jazz standards, adding a unique dimension to his performances. Here, he joins his close friends to continue enchanting audiences with his distinctive style.
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