Joan Minor Quartet

Joan Minor, a jazz star in Paris, duets with three talented French musicians. Blending jazz, soul, and blues, their quartet enchants Africa, New York, and beyond with an authentic vibe!

Joan Minor, an American living in Paris, is accompanied by 3 French musicians – Christian Duperray on electric and upright bass, Étienne Brachet on drums, and Michael Dravigny on keyboards – and for over 10 years, this jazz/soul/blues quartet has regularly played in France, as well as in the United States and Africa. The Joan Minor Quartet combines Joan's American style with the talent of a French group. Thanks to a multifaceted repertoire, they have captivated audiences in Europe as well as in Africa, and even in New York! Based in Paris, Joan embodies the authenticity of American jazz mixed with the French Touch of her 3 French musicians, a pure sound, a "" music and a warm communion between an artist and her audience. She regularly performs in her second home – Las Vegas, and frequently tours for the US State Department in Africa. Joan performs the full range of jazz, soul, and blues, in her inimitable energetic and emotional style: a unique raw and unfiltered sound.

Joan Minor: vocals

Christian Duperray: upright bass

David Pouradier Duteil: Drums

Michael Dravigny: piano