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Jam Session in Paris

I must admit that I really enjoy jazz jam sessions. For several years, I've been attending these events regularly. I appreciate the atmosphere, the opportunity to listen to and play with other musicians, and the informal, sociable interaction with the audience. Paris boasts one of the most vibrant jam session scenes in Europe, with numerous events occurring daily. If you're a musician visiting the city and wish to explore engaging jazz or gypsy jazz jam sessions, an updated list is available here. All venues offer free entry for performers; however, it's advisable to verify event details on the venue's website or by contacting them directly before attending. ENJOY! ©2025 Maurizio Minardi

Je dois admettre que j'apprécie vraiment les jam sessions de jazz. Depuis plusieurs années, j'assiste régulièrement à ces événements. J'apprécie l'atmosphère, l'opportunité d'écouter et de jouer avec d'autres musiciens, et l'interaction informelle et sociable avec le public. Paris possède l'une des scènes de jam sessions les plus dynamiques d'Europe, avec de nombreux événements organisés quotidiennement. Si vous êtes un musicien en visite dans la ville et que vous souhaitez explorer des jam sessions de jazz ou de jazz manouche stimulantes, une liste mise à jour est disponible ici. Tous les lieux offrent l'entrée gratuite aux musiciens ; cependant, il est conseillé de vérifier les détails de l'événement sur le site web du lieu ou en les contactant directement avant d'y assister. PROFITEZ-EN ! ©2025 Maurizio Minardi

38 Riv Jazz Club

Style: Jazz

Start time: 23h30

available on site: piano, drums, double bass, mic

Address: 38 Rue de Rivoli, 75004 Paris

MONDAY

Sunside Jazz Club

Style: Jazz

Start time: 22h00

available on site: piano, drums, double bass, mic

Address: 60 Rue des Lombards, 75001 Paris

MONDAY

Baiser sale Jazz Club

Style: Latin Jazz

Start time: 22h00

available on site: piano, drums, double bass, mic

Address: 58 Rue des Lombards, 75001 Paris

MONDAY

38 Riv Jazz Club

Style: Funk

Start time: 23h30

available on site: piano, drums, double bass, mic

Address: 38 Rue de Rivoli, 75004 Paris

TUESDAY

pop up du label

Style: Jazz

Start time: 21h30

available on site: piano, drums, double bass, mic

Address: 14 Rue Abel, 75012 Paris

TUESDAY

La Gare le gore

Style: Jazz

Start time: 22h00

available on site: piano, drums, double bass, mic

Address: 1 Av. Corentin Cariou, 75019 Paris

TUESDAY

Assaporare restaurant

TUESDAY

Style: Gypsy

Start time: 21h00

available on site: bring your instrument

Address: 7/9 Rue Saint-Nicolas, 75012 Paris

38 Riv Jazz Club

Style: Jazz

Start time: 23h30

available on site: piano, drums, double bass, mic

Address: 38 Rue de Rivoli, 75004 Paris

WEDNSDAY

L'echiquier Bar

Style: Jazz, Swing

Start time: 21h30

available on site: piano

Address: 164 Rue Saint-Maur, 75011 Paris

WEDNSDAY

(no jam on August and september)

Le Barbizon Jazz Club

Style: Jazz

Start time: 22h00

available on site: piano, drums, double bass, mic

Address: 141 Rue de Tolbiac, 75013 Paris

WEDNSDAY

38 Riv Jazz Club

Style: Jazz

Start time: 23h30

available on site: piano, drums, double bass, mic

Address: 38 Rue de Rivoli, 75004 Paris

THURSDAY

La Gare le gore

Style: Jazz

Start time: 22h00

available on site: piano, drums, double bass, mic

Address: 1 Av. Corentin Cariou, 75019 Paris

THURSDAY

Les Piaules Belleville

Style: Jazz & Gypsy

Start time: 21h30

available on site: piano

Address: 59 Bd de Belleville, 75011 Paris

THURSDAY

Cafe Buttes de chamont

Style: Jazz

Start time: 20h00

available on site: bring your instrument

Address: 38 avenue Simon Bolivar, 75019 Paris

THURSDAY

Lenouvo Cosmos

Style: Jazz

Start time: 21h30

available on site:piano, drums

Address: Dalle des Olympiades / Accès par l'escalator au niveau du, 105 Rue de Tolbiac, 75013 Paris

THURSDAY

Dissident club

Style: Jazz

Start time: 21h30

available on site: piano, drums

Address:58 Rue Richer, 75009 Paris

THURSDAY

Osteria Trudaine

Style: Gypsy

Start time: 20h00

available on site: piano

Address: 38 avenue Simon Bolivar, 75019 Paris

THURSDAY

2 times a month (check on website)

38 Riv Jazz Club

Style: Jazz

Start time: 23h30

available on site: piano, drums, double bass, mic

Address: 38 Rue de Rivoli, 75004 Paris

FRIDAY

Duc des lombards

Style: Jazz

Start time: 24h00

available on site: piano, drums, double bass, mic

Address: 42 Rue des Lombards, 75001 Paris

FRIDAY

L' Apostrophe

Style: Gypsy

Start time: 22h00

available on site: bring your instrument

Address: 23 Rue de la Grange aux Belles, 75010 Paris

FRIDAY

(no jam on August)

38 Riv Jazz Club

Style: Jazz

Start time: 23h30

available on site: piano, drums, double bass, mic

Address: 38 Rue de Rivoli, 75004 Paris

SATURDAY

Duc des lombards

Style: Jazz

Start time: 24h00

available on site: piano, drums, double bass, mic

Address: 42 Rue des Lombards, 75001 Paris

SATURDAY

Sunside Jazz Club

Style: Jazz, Vocal (check on website)

Start time: 22h00

available on site: piano, drums, double bass, mic

Address: 60 Rue des Lombards, 75001 Paris

SUNDAY

Baiser sale Jazz Club

Style:  Jazz

Start time: 22h00

available on site: piano, drums, double bass, mic

Address: 60 Rue des Lombards, 75001 Paris

SUNDAY

Quartier Rouge

Style:  Jazz

Start time: 20h00

available on site: piano, drums

Address: 52 Rue de Bagnolet, 75020 Paris

SUNDAY

Green Linnet pub

Style: Gypsy

Start time: 20h00

available on site: bring your instrument

Address: 8 Av. Victoria, 75004 Paris

SUNDAY

Monk taverne de Cluny

Style: Gypsy

Start time: 23h00

available on site: bring your instrument

Address: 51 Rue de la Harpe, 75005 Paris

SUNDAY

Cafe leopard

Style: Gypsy

Start time: 19h00

available on site: bring your instrument

Address: 149 Bd Voltaire, 75011 Paris 75001 Paris

SUNDAY

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