Some time ago, Sophye Soliveau amazed audiences during one of our evening events. This time, the French singer, harpist, and choir director is making an extended stop at Bozar. The next time you’re giving a big speech at the bar, don’t hesitate to mention her name to prove how jazz and singing are back in fashion. On her debut album INITIATION, this soulful artist with Guadeloupean roots sets out in search of the origins of her musical inspiration: the rhythm and blues of Ma Rainey and Bessie Smith. These iconic blues singers of the 1920s-1940s were outspoken advocates for equal rights, women’s sexual freedom, and emancipation. As for us, we urge you to give Soliveau a listen too!