NJP: Ferdi & Forward, next-gen jazz
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During an October stay in Nancy, here is a date not to miss: at the Théâtre de la Manufacture, Nancy Jazz Pulsations brings together two faces of today's jazz. Franco-Brussels saxophonist Ferdi, who blends jazz and indie-pop, and the trio Forward, alchemists of an electro-organic jazz. A radiant, daring night.
Ferdi, the saxophone prodigy
A virtuoso saxophonist and producer, Franco-Brussels artist Ferdi brings fresh air to today's scene. Conservatory-trained, he quickly steps beyond jazz to fold in the energy of indie-pop and funk. After a well-received debut solo album, TAKE 01, and a seamless collaboration with funk king Dabeull, he carries to the stage radiant, electrifying live sets, where improvisation serves melodies that are instantly infectious.
Forward, an electro-organic jazz
Upending traditional benchmarks, the trio Forward sculpts a bold, resolutely modern jazz. Between finely chiselled writing, organic electronics and asymmetrical grooves, these three sound alchemists unfold an airy virtuosity at the crossroads of Tigran Hamasyan and Jon Hopkins. Their music moves without a net, at once cerebral and physical, turning each concert into a shifting sonic architecture, perfect for discovering how far contemporary jazz can travel.
The Théâtre de la Manufacture, the evening's setting
Housed in the former tobacco factory on rue Baron Louis, the Théâtre de la Manufacture is Nancy's National Drama Centre. Its human-scale main hall offers ideal listening for two projects where nuance matters as much as energy. The venue sits a few minutes' walk from the historic centre and Place Stanislas, making it a handy anchor point for a festival evening during a stay in Nancy.
NJP, the autumn jazz gathering
Nancy Jazz Pulsations, one of the city's major festivals, extends the Indian summer each autumn with a lineup ranging from jazz to rock, rap to electro. Spread between the Pépinière big top and Nancy's finest halls, it draws a wide audience from across the region. This Ferdi & Forward evening captures the festival's spirit: letting styles converse and giving the new generation its chance, without ever sacrificing artistic ambition.
Infos pratiques
Adresse : 10 rue Baron Louis, Théâtre de la Manufacture, 54000 Nancy
Questions fréquentes
Where is the Ferdi & Forward concert held?
At the Théâtre de la Manufacture, 10 rue Baron Louis, in Nancy, a few minutes' walk from the historic centre and Place Stanislas.
What kind of music will be played?
Next-generation jazz: Ferdi blends jazz, indie-pop and funk, while Forward explores an electro-organic jazz with asymmetrical grooves. Two complementary worlds.
When does this evening take place?
In mid-October, as part of the 2026 edition of Nancy Jazz Pulsations, held from 3 to 17 October. The exact time is on the festival's official website.
How do I book tickets?
Through the official Nancy Jazz Pulsations box office, which lists prices, packages and availability for this evening at the Manufacture.
