PianoForte
France
Four of the most acclaimed pianists come together on two grand pianos and two Fender Rhodes for a truly unprecedented and irresistible meeting. Each in their own style, these keyboard virtuosos have left an indelible mark on French jazz. Each of them proudly displays a Victoire du Jazz award: Baptiste Trotignon in 2003, Pierre de Bethmann in 2008 and 2024, Eric Legnini in 2011, and Bojan Z in 2012. As the cherry on top, in 2025 they collectively won two more Victoires du Jazz under the name PianoForte, taking both Album of the Year and Concert of the Year. Since their debut performance at Tourcoing Jazz in 2019, the quartet has already played around thirty dates, including major international jazz festivals such as Marciac, La Villette, Monte-Carlo, and Jarasum in South Korea. With a repertoire cleverly blending standards and original compositions, the four friends deliver an album that matches the thrilling interplay of their celebrated live performances. Hold on tight!