Manaswing
GYPSY JAZZ / ORIGINAL COMPOSITIONS / LILLE

A gypsy jazz trio

Mana Swing takes you on a journey to the sound of gypsy guitars. The trio’s music creates a particular energy, a true “mana”, where swing becomes by turns frenzied, luminous or tinged with softness.

From the first notes, the musicians set a warm atmosphere and invite the audience to be carried away by a lively, generous and nuanced music.

Compositions inspired by life

Éric Legrand’s original compositions are directly inspired by his journey, his attachment to nature, and the encounters and friendships that have marked his life.

Each song has its own world and tells a story. With “El Pass Marousette”, the journey takes us to a small village in the Avesnois. “Merli Merlo” invites us to listen to the song of blackbirds, while “Balade en faîerie” draws us into the mysterious, poetic atmosphere of a forest full of fairies.

Stories of friendship and memories

Mana Swing’s music also pays tribute to the encounters and friends who have marked the journey.

With “Le Café de la Poste”, the band evokes those warm places where people meet and where memories are made. Then “Escale au bout de la nuit” extends this atmosphere into a more nocturnal and intimate world.

Some pieces are also dedicated to those who left too soon. “Cognac” and “Parrain Tango” bear witness to these precious bonds that continue to live on through music.

A journey beyond borders

Mana Swing also takes you to other horizons. The melodies evoke notably Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer with “Lou Chaumadou”, but also more distant lands with “Souffle d’Orient”.

Throughout the pieces, the three musicians take the audience’s imagination on a journey and offer instrumental music rich in colors and emotions.

A music of complicity

On stage, the three musicians let a music of nuances, listening and complicity express itself. Each instrument finds its place in a permanent dialogue, allowing the melodies to breathe and take on their full dimension.

Between pieces, the band shares with the audience the story and inspiration behind its compositions. These stories put images to the music and help you better enter the world of each creation.

Swing, waltz and Catalan rumba

From this world, gypsy jazz unfolds its tempo and opens the door to different rhythms. Catalan rumba, waltz and of course swing enrich the journey and vary the atmospheres.

The energy can then run wild, before giving way to a softer or more contemplative melody.

Embark with Manaswing

All that’s left is to pack your auditory bags and let the guitars guide you.

Mana Swing invites you to embark on an original musical journey, between swing, poetry, memories and freedom.