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A nostalgic, polished adult standards act.
Born in 1965, Laurent Mignard is the founder and musical director of the Laurent Mignard Duke Orchestra, which has been recognized as one of the finest ambassadors of Duke Ellington’s work since 2003. In 1998, his debut album merged a jazz trio with a cello quartet, bridging the gap between the freedom of improvised jazz and the great tradition of French classical music. He subsequently developed an aesthetic shaped by the influences of Ornette Coleman, Don Cherry, and Duke Ellington with his Pocket Quartet. As a composer, he has created over a hundred jazz and chamber music works, available in music libraries via the Ready Made Music label. Honors & Awards Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters (2026) Révélation – Jazz à Juan (2005) Winner – La Défense National Jazz Competition (2002)
They play sophisticated big band jazz and swing, specializing in authentic interpretations of Duke Ellington's classic repertoire.
Their live shows feature a full large-ensemble jazz orchestra delivering intricate, swinging arrangements with vibrant stage presence.
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