Federica Lorusso trio, Zoot Festival — 10 ans ! au 38Riv Jazz Club

Contemporary Jazz — Federica Lorusso, an exceptional pianist and singer, combines passion and virtuosity for an unforgettable musical experience during the 10th anniversary of the Zoot Festival.

Born in Bari, Italy, Federica Lorusso (pianist, singer, composer) has always harboured a deep passion for the arts. A piano graduate of the Royal Conservatory of The Hague, she also holds a master's degree in jazz voice and piano from the Amsterdam Conservatory. Her unique style, which harmoniously blends piano and voice, distinguishes her on the contemporary jazz scene. As a bandleader, Federica released her debut album, Outside Introspections (ZenneZ/Abeat), in 2022, followed by Incontri in February 2025 under the Dutch label ZenneZ Records. Incontri, featuring Ben Van Gelder, was nominated for the Edison Jazz Award – Publieksprijs 2025, a major recognition of her artistic talent. She has performed at prestigious festivals and concert venues worldwide, including the Transition Festival in Utrecht, the Grachtenfestival in Amsterdam, the Athens Jazz Festival, JazzMi, Fano Jazz in Italy, and the Canarias Jazz Y Más International Festival. Beyond her European training, Federica spent four pivotal months in New York, where she studied at The New School with renowned artists. This experience enriched her musical approach and deepened her understanding of jazz, significantly influencing the compositions on her latest album.

Line-up:

Federica Lorusso: piano

Lena Aubert: double bass

Arnaud Bichon: drums

The 38Riv Jazz Club is an intimate venue in the heart of the Marais (38 rue de Rivoli, Paris 4e), dedicated to jazz and improvised music.