Jeff Mills, a pioneer of Detroit techno and the founder of Axis Records, teamed up with Tony Allen, an iconic figure in afrobeat, to form the duo “Tomorrow Comes The Harvest,” blending electronic music with improvisational elements. Following Allen’s passing, Mills continues this musical journey with P. Edouard and J-P. Dary, delivering organic and mystical music that transcends rhythmic boundaries.
FURTHER AFIELD
The Montreux Jazz Festival takes place for two weeks every summer in Switzerland, on the shores of Lake Geneva. Created in 1967 by Claude Nobs and directed by Mathieu Jaton since 2013, the Montreux Jazz Festival has become over the years an essential event, generating fantastic stories and legendary performances.
In its 50 years history, Montreux has hosted iconic performances by artists including Nina Simone, Miles Davis, Aretha Franklin, Ella Fitzgerald, Marvin Gaye, Prince, Leonard Cohen, David Bowie, Elton John and Stevie Wonder. Deep Purple and Prince even helped to write the legend of the place in their songs, while David Bowie and Freddie Mercury came to live in the region and record albums.
The Summer Concerts at Saint-Germain enliven the Old Town with high-quality musical programs every Sunday and Monday. This summer, you’re invited to journey back to ancient Greece through a rich variety of repertoires, ranging from duos to chamber ensembles. Artists such as the Terpsycordes Quartet, Ensemble Zefiro, and the Young Performers Academy, among others, will grace the stage. Enjoy exceptional performances featuring Beethoven’s symphonies, Italian Renaissance songs, and music from ancient Greece. Admission is free, with a collection at the exit.
The Summer Concerts at the Ella Fitzgerald Stage in La Grange Park present a diverse lineup of free concerts for everyone. From the Music Festival to performances featuring rap, cumbia, soul, jazz, and more, each evening showcases a different musical genre. With artists like Oxmo Puccino, The Lemon Twigs, KNOWER, the Geneva Chamber Orchestra, and Burning Spear, the program ensures an eclectic and international experience, creating unforgettable summer evenings.
The Summer Concerts at Saint-Germain bring internationally acclaimed artists each Sunday and Monday from July through September, offering a diverse program spanning centuries of music. The Terpsycordes Quartet, a staple of the Geneva music scene since winning First Prize at the Geneva Competition in 2001, partners with four guest musicians to create a temporary octet for the season. The ensemble will perform Janáček’s “String Quartet No. 2 ‘Intimate Letters’” and Enesco’s “Octet for String Instruments.” Admission is free, with donations gladly accepted.
Anohni and the Johnsons are set to make a comeback with a rare performance at Victoria Hall. Known for her haunting voice, Anohni blends pop and electro with political activism, tackling issues such as ecology, gender, and social justice. Her work, both intimate and universal, weaves melancholy with rebellion, providing a uniquely visceral sonic experience.
Held in the quiet setting of La Ferme de Saint-Maurice, the Festival de Bellerive offers a refined classical music program in an intimate lakeside venue. A longstanding tradition, it draws discerning audiences with performances that favour nuance over spectacle.
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