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Tatiana Eva-Marie

Overview

Tatiana Eva-Marie is a Swiss-born bandleader and singer based in Brooklyn, celebrated for her captivating revival of 1930s French jazz through her Avalon Jazz Band. With a rich artistic background and collaborations with jazz icons, she enchants audiences with her unique blend of classic jazz, French chanson, and gypsy jazz.

Tatiana Eva-Marie

Tatiana Eva-Marie is a Swiss-born, Brooklyn-based bandleader, singer, author, and actress, renowned for her work in French popular music and as the leader of the Avalon Jazz Band. She is widely recognized for reviving and popularizing the romantic legacy of French jazz, particularly the style associated with 1930s Paris and the music of Django Reinhardt.

Early Life and Background

  • Born into a family of musicians, painters, and poets, Tatiana Eva-Marie was immersed in the arts from a very young age.
  • Her father is a film composer who also sang in a 1920s-style big band, and her mother toured with classical orchestras.
  • She began her career at age four, recording albums and performing on stage in Paris before reaching her twenties.
  • By her early adulthood, she had already:
    • Recorded several albums
    • Established herself as an actress on the Paris stage
    • Written and directed two musicals
    • Pursued a Master’s Degree in medieval studies at the Sorbonne University

Artistic Approach and Influences

Tatiana is dedicated to an interdisciplinary approach to art, inspired by the Renaissance Man archetype, and has collaborated with artists across various disciplines. Her early exposure to jazz came through her father and classic films, including early Disney movies, "Some Like it Hot," musicals, and film noir. She learned Gershwin tunes and classic jazz standards as a child, often skipping school to watch old films and study music with her father.

Career and the Avalon Jazz Band

  • In 2011, Tatiana moved to New York to pursue her dream of an international music career.
  • She formed the Avalon Jazz Band in 2014 with violinist Adrien Chevalier, aiming to revive the romantic French jazz tradition.
  • The band quickly became a leading reference for French swing worldwide, performing at major American venues and international festivals, including the New Orleans Jazz Fest, and touring countries such as India and Fiji.
  • Their debut in New York was at the renowned Dizzy’s Club in 2016, followed by a celebrated performance in Paris.
  • The band has collaborated with jazz luminaries like:
    • Norah Jones
    • Stéphane Wrembel
    • Harry Connick Jr.

Recognition and Impact

Tatiana Eva-Marie has been recognized as one of the best young female jazz singers by the Wall Street Journal and was listed alongside artists like Cyrille Aimée, Jon Batiste, and Cécile McLorin Salvant by Vanity Fair. Publications such as Downbeat and Vanity Fair have noted her significant impact on audiences and the resurgence of traditional jazz. She is considered an international ambassador of "1930s Paris" and French swing.

Performance and Style

Tatiana is known for her charismatic stage presence and vocal style that blends classic jazz with French chanson, gypsy jazz, and swing. Her performances often feature a repertoire derived from the Django Reinhardt tradition and the golden age of French jazz.

Other Artistic Pursuits

In addition to her music career, Tatiana Eva-Marie is an author and actress, having written and directed musicals and performed on stage in Paris. She continues to be active in both the American and European jazz scenes, headlining at major venues and festivals.

Summary of Key Facts

  • Nationality: Swiss-born, based in Brooklyn, New York
  • Primary Genre: French jazz, swing, gypsy jazz
  • Notable Group: Avalon Jazz Band (founder and leader)
  • Major Collaborations: Norah Jones, Stéphane Wrembel, Harry Connick Jr.
  • Education: Master’s Degree studies in medieval studies at the Sorbonne
  • Recognition: Wall Street Journal, Vanity Fair, Downbeat
  • Other Roles: Author, actress, musical director

Tatiana Eva-Marie stands out as a dynamic and influential figure in contemporary jazz, celebrated for her dedication to the French jazz tradition and her vibrant, interdisciplinary artistic career.

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Date added:
Tue Jul 15 2025 16:03:20 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)