On Saturday, 15 August 2026, Nikki & Jules is all about...
Led by American singer Nicolle Rochelle and French pianist Julien Brunetaud, Nikki & Jules offers warm, refined and deeply groovy music.
A wonderful opportunity to enjoy a summer musical evening in a heritage setting, in the heart of the Luberon.
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On Saturday, 15 August 2026, the Festival Durance Luberon invites you to Lauris, in the Courtyard of the Château, for a jazz evening full of elegance, groove and energy.
Nikki & Jules marks the great return of a close-knit and inspired Franco-American quintet, led by the luminous meeting between American singer Nicolle Rochelle and French pianist Julien Brunetaud.
Soul, blues, jazz and boogie-woogie come together in a vibrant, refined and deeply groovy universe. A warm musical evening to enjoy outdoors in one of the Luberon’s beautiful heritage settings.
Nikki and Jules marks the return of a close-knit, inspired group whose musical bond has been growing for more than twelve years. On stage, the voice of Nicolle Rochelle meets the piano, organ and musical energy of Julien Brunetaud, in an expressive and luminous dialogue.
Around this duo, an outstanding rhythm section brings the project its full depth: drums, double bass and guitar shape a warm, generous and vibrant sound, where every nuance finds its place.
Between soul, blues, jazz and boogie-woogie, Nikki & Jules offers a concert that is refined, generous and deeply groovy. Music that invites both listening and movement.
Nicolle Rochelle’s stage presence gives the project its distinctive colour, blending intensity, vocal warmth and infectious energy.
The quintet naturally fuses jazz, blues, soul and boogie-woogie in an atmosphere that is both elegant and irresistibly upbeat.
The Courtyard of the Château de Lauris provides an ideal setting to enjoy a summer musical evening in the heart of the Luberon.
Nicolle Rochelle
Vocals
Julien Brunetaud
Piano, organ, vocals
Cédrick Bec
Drums
Sam Favreau
Double bass
Jean-Baptiste Gaudray
Guitar
Practical information on Jazz Concert with Nikki & Jules - Festival Durance Luberon
Opening times and periods
Saturday 15 August 2026 from 9 pm.
Price(s)
Full price : 28 €, Reduced price: 20 € (Reserved for members of the Festival Durance Luberon association, members of FAUTEUILS VOYAGEURS, students and apprentices aged 25 and under, jobseekers and recipients of the RSA. Proof of eligibility may be required.), Child (4-12 years): 6 €.
Free entry for children under 4.
Duo ticket for 12–25-year-olds : one standard-price ticket costing €28 entitles the holder to two seats. Proof of identity will be required.
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