Jérémy Dumont

Quintet

Bio

Jérémy Dumont, born in 1987, started playing the violin at the age of 5. After becoming a chorister at the RTBF Maîtrise, he discovered the piano at the age of 12 with the concert pianist Karin Lechner. He completed his classical piano studies at the Arthur Grumiaux Conservatory in Charleroi, while also taking jazz improvisation lessons with Thomas De Prins. He continued his studies at the Jazz Studio in Antwerp, participating in various workshops in Belgium and abroad, along with private lessons in classical and jazz piano. He graduated with distinction from the Royal Conservatory of Brussels in 2013, while giving numerous concerts in Belgium, France, and Luxembourg.

Jérémy explores different styles derived from jazz and forms several groups, including The Unexpected 4, Jérémy Dumont Trio, Solid Steps Quintet, and Brussels Pop Masters. He has won several awards and distinctions, including the 1st prize for Young Talent at the Dinant Jazz Nights 2010, the 1st prize for Young Formations at the Festival de Comblain-la-Tour 2012, and he was a finalist in the Boris Vian International Piano Competition in France in November 2012.

In 2015, he released his first album "Resurrection" as a trio, followed by a tour in Belgium and France, as well as performances at festivals. In 2017, he became a piano professor at the Jazz Studio in Antwerp. In 2017, he met the American saxophonist Godwin Louis, leading to the recording of his second album as a quintet, "Eretz," in 2018. He also formed the quintet "The New-York Project," which toured in Brussels in December 2018 and January 2019.

Meanwhile, Jérémy continues to explore various musical genres, from groove to electro-funk, while remaining true to jazz. In 2022, he revisits his first album "Resurrection" by strengthening the lineup with a string quartet.

After international tours in 2018, 2019, and 2022, as well as the recording of their first CD "Eretz," the Jérémy Dumont Quintet feat. Godwin Louis is back on the road in 2024, with Jean-Paul Estiévenart, Géraud Portal, and Harvel Nakundi. They will present a new program consisting of both known and unpublished pieces, promising to captivate the audience with Jérémy's powerful and eclectic style, inspired by great contemporary musicians.

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eretz Album

Live Experiences

Zinc Bar @ New York, NY

Twins Jazz Club @ Washington, D.C

Sunset Jazz Club @ Girona, SP

Haezor @ Tel Aviv, IL

Jazz Club @ Mitzpe Ramon, IL

Sunset Sunside @ Paris, FR

38Riv @ Paris, FR

Duc des Lombards @ Paris, FR

Fontaine de Belleville @ Paris, FR

Le Jam @ Marseille, FR

Studio MicroClimat @ Epinal, FR

Wine Note @ Thionville, FR

Théâtre Marni @ Brussels, BE

The Music Village @ Brussels, BE

Sounds @ Brussels, BE

Archiduc @ Brussels, BE

Jünglingshaus @ Eupen, BE

Triangel @ St Vith, BE

Zy-Coop @ Mazy, BE

27B-Flat @ Brugge, BE

Hot Club @ Gent, BE

Rideau Rouge @ Lasne, BE

the band

🎷 Godwin Louis 🎷

Godwin Louis stands out as the saxophone virtuoso of his generation, renowned for captivating performances alongside jazz giants including Herbie Hancock, Dee Dee Bridgewater, and Al Foster. His exceptional talent and dedication to music have also led him to a distinguished role as a tenured saxophone professor at the Berklee College of Music in Boston, making him a pivotal figure in the world of contemporary jazz.

🥁 Harvel Nakundi 🥁

Harvel Nakundi, with his unparalleled drumming prowess, has garnered acclaim from jazz luminaries such as Wayne Shorter and Nicholas Payton. Currently enchanting audiences on tour with the legendary bassist Richard Bona, Nakundi's innovative rhythms and flawless technique are rapidly elevating him to jazz stardom.

🎺 Jean Paul Estiévenart 🎺

Jean Paul Estiévenart is the undisputed trumpet maestro of Belgium and Europe, renowned for his soul-stirring performances both as a collaborative sideman and a charismatic leader. His profound musicality and dynamic stage presence have solidified his status at the forefront of the European jazz circuit.

🎻 Geraud Portal 🎻

Geraud Portal, a bassist of extraordinary depth and skill, consistently performs alongside the most esteemed figures in the jazz world. His longstanding partnership with the illustrious Jacky Terrasson highlights his sophisticated musicality and solidifies his reputation as one of the most influential bassists of his era.

“Jérémy offre un jazz plein, intense, enthousiasmant. Pas d’avant-garde minimaliste ici. Mais un jazz contemporain qui swingue et qui groove, qui invente et qui dynamise.”

- Le Mad -

“Un album qui ravira les amateurs de swing.“

- Jazzaroundmag -

“Dat de vijf een internationale tournee achter de rug hadden vooraleer de studio in te duiken, hoor je duidelijk. Dit is geen beginnende band maar een hecht kwintet.”

- Jazz’Halo -

“a pleasant, tasteful and swinging session based on simple yet captivating compositions that leverage Dumont’s penchant for Middle Eastern melodies.”

- The New York City Jazz Record -

“Jérémy poursuit sa progression personnelle dans le champ du swing augmenté de mélodies sensibles.”

- Citizenjazz -

“inventif et éclectique, avec une puissance dans l’harmonie et une subtilité dans les moments d’improvisation.”

- L’avenir -

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