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Cuisine mexicaine? English translation pending
by Princessita · 2003-10-20 · 3 replies
qqun connait-il un livre de cuisine mexicaine specialement recommandé, ou des sites interessants??
Soupe au potiron thaïlandaise English translation pending
by Lepiaf · 2003-10-09 · 13 replies
Recette de saison, facile et délicieuse.

POTAGE DE POTIRON A LA THAILANDAISE Ingrédients pour 4 personnes : 500 à 750g de chair de potiron 3 échalotes 1 cube de bouillon de poule 1 boîte de 400ml de lait de coco 1/2 c. à café de pâte de crevettes fermentées 1 c. à soupe de jus de citron sel, poivre, piment Faire cuire le potiron 10 minutes dans le bouillon de poule dilué dans ½ litre d'eau avec les échalotes hachées, la pâte de crevettes, le piment, le sel et le poivre. Ajouter le lait de coco et le jus de citron et faire cuire à feu très doux (le lait de coco n'aime pas bouillir) pendant 15 à 20 minutes. Passer la soupe au mixeur. Rectifier l'assaisonnement. Parsemez de coriandre fraîche avant de servir (facultatif, mais joli). Régalez vous.
Salsa à Paris? English translation pending
by Renbee · 2003-09-29 · 9 replies
Bonjour!

Je danse beaucoup la salsa et je suis dans une troupe à Montéal. Je me rends à Paris pour un très cours séjour mais je me réserve une soirée pour aller danser.

Vous avez des endroits à me suggérer pour aller danser la salsa? Des vrais danseurs, pas des clubs où les gens font semblant, là où les danseurs qui font des troupes ou des compétitions de danse latines se retrouvent. J'aime aussi les clubs où les africains et les latinos se retrouvent mais qui dansent.

J'apprécie beaucoup vos suggestions. Par le fait même. Quelques -uns parmi vous (les parisiens) avez vu le spectacle Nomade du Cirque Éloize? Quelle est votre critique? J'aimerais aller le voir, je sais qu'ils sont présentement à la Pelouse de Reuilly. Merci d'avance!
TDM: galères imprévues? English translation pending
by Georgio · 2003-09-28 · 24 replies
Bonjour a tous!

En septembre 2004, je pars avec un ami faire le tour du monde pendant un an. On va traverser environ une douzaine de pays. En ce moment, on est en pleine préparation: budget, trajets, prise de contact... on s'y est prépare plus d'un an a l'avance pour partir dans les meilleurs conditions possibles.

Ce que j'aimerais savoir, parmis les personnes qui ont deja fait de si longs voyages, quelles ont été les galères (petites ou grandes) imprévues. C'est à dire des "choses" qui soient arrivées au si bien sur le plan santé que humain ou confort... qui n'ont pas été prévus au départ et qui ont géner quelque peu le voyage.

Merci d'avance.
Billets d'avion pour un tour du monde English translation pending
by Jeantou · 2003-09-06 · 1 reply
😉 salut à tous j'ai un projet a+/- long terme de faire un tour du monde mais je ne sais pas s'il y a des agences spécialisées pour la vente de ce genre de billets j'ai entendu parler d'agence sur paris mais si qq'un peut me tuyauté muchas gracias.

salut à tous....
Amateurs de chansons québécoises English translation pending
by TDM2004 · 2003-08-30 · 3 replies
Bonjour à tous les amateurs de chansons québécoises, 🙂

Voici une courte sélection de quelques-unes de mes chansons préférées:

Gerry Boulet: "La femme d'or" et "Pour une dernière fois" Gerry Boulet & Marjo: "Les yeux du coeur" Marjo: "Trop d'amour"; "Ton nom"; "S'il fallait" Laurence Jalbert: "Turquoise"; "Encore et encore"; "Au nom de la raison" Kevin Parent: "Seigneur"; "Father on the go" Le Cirque du Soleil: ""Kumbalawé"; "Alegria"

Voilà! J'espère que vous allez aimer ces chansons autant que moi, et vous avoir fait découvrir des chansons que malheureusement, peu de gens connaissent, mis à part, les québécois, car ces artistes sont des"pures et durs" (je m'explique: pour moi, ces artistes ont su rester authentique, et ne se sont pas expatriés afin de faire une carrière internationnal).

Bonne écoute!

D'une québécoise habitant en France depuis 4 ans.

Josée
Resto éthiopien à Paris English translation pending
by Loopkin · 2003-08-28 · 7 replies
Et là, super resto aussi, dans le genre de celui que FranceQuebec vient de décrire.

Godjo, qui veut dire paysan, je crois en Ethiopien, rue de l'Ecole Polythechnique, dans le 5e à Paris. Minuscule à l'intérieur, mais super sympa, super chaleureux, super bon, très original, dépaysant, on mange dans des plats en forme de bassines, en osier, pour deux, avec les mains. Le couple qui le tient est très sympa, et les deux sont super beaux. Si tous les éthiopiens sont aussi beaux, rien que pour ça, il faut aller là bas. Et cette culture a l'air vraiment fascinante. Je ne peux que vous conseiller d'y aller. Mais vu comment c'est petit, attention à la place. Bon signe, la plupart des clients sont des éthiopiens! C'est que ce n'est pas un truc à touriste (même si le quartier...).

Certains d'entre vous connaissent? Qu'en pensez vous?
Bouchées d'amour (recette québécoise) English translation pending
by TDM2004 · 2003-08-27 · 7 replies
Bonjour à tous les amateurs de bonne bouffe! 🙂

J'ai une bonne recette pour vous.

BOUCHEES D'AMOUR

Temps de préparation et de cuisson : Prévoir environ 30 à 45 minutes

Liste des ingrédients : 1 tasse (200 g) de beurre 2 tasses (400 g) de chocolat à pâtisserie (noir mi-amer) 1 boîte de lait concentré sucré 3 tasses (environ 400 g) de flocons d'avoine (évitez les flocons à cuisson rapide, si possible, car ne donne pas la même consistance, ni le même goût) 2 ½ tasses (300 g) de noix de coco râpée séchée Cerises confites ou de marasquin (facultatif)

Etapes de préparation et de cuisson : 1.Mesurer tous les ingrédients. 2.Dans un bain marie (de préférence) ou une casserole, faire fondre le beurre à feu doux. 3.Ajouter le chocolat et le faire fondre jusqu'à homogénéité en brassant continuellement. 4.Ajouter le lait condensé et mélanger jusqu'à ce que le mélange se détache des bords de la casserole. (Attention ! Ca ne prends que quelques minutes sur cuisinière au gaz.) 5.Retirer immédiatement du feu. 6.Ajouter les flocons d'avoine et la noix de coco. 7.Mélanger jusqu'à homogénéité. 8.Déposer le mélange à la cuillère sur du papier ciré, plusieurs grandes assiettes plates ou une tôle à biscuits… 9.Déposer un quart de cerise de marasquin sur chaque bouchée. (facultatif, mais pour ma part, je trouve que c’est nettement meilleur et plus joli avec.) 10.Laisser reposer jusqu'à ce que les bouchées aient obtenu une consistance ferme. 11.Déguster avec amour!

Cette recette donne environ 5 douzaines de bouchées d'amour.

Faites la chaîne des bouchées d'amour, en faisant une copie de cette recette et en l'envoyant à une personne que vous aimez. Cette personne devra à son tour l'envoyer à une personne qu'elle aime...

Bon appétit !

Recette originaire du Québec, par Josée (pseudo : FranceQuébec sur VoyageForum)
Recette de la Moambe English translation pending
by Simba · 2003-08-08 · 12 replies
😛 ...pour ceux et celles ...qui ont envie d'un petit goût d'exotisme ... Voici la recette de la Moambe (façon Afrique Centrale) Risoler cuisses et blancs de poulet dans de l'huile de palme avec des oignons - assaisonner. Ajouter un fond d'eau et laissez mijoter à feux doux ...jusqu'à cuisson complète. Ajouter ensuite de la sauce Moambe (huile & chair des noix de palme) ...et une touche de pili-pili Laisser les aliments s'impregner mutuellement. Cuire du riz séparément (blanc ou sauvage ...selon) Cuire le saka-saka (sorte d'épinard local) ...avec un oignon, une gousse ail dans ...toujours de l'huile de palme. Risoler les bananes plantin dans une poêle avec un peu de beurre ... servir le tout : poulet & sauce de palme - riz - saka-saka et bananes ...Pour nos amis (les belges) un petit tour par le quartier Matonge à Bxl ...fera l'affaire.

PS : et dire que j'avais des régimes de noix de palme dans mon jardin ...avant en Afrique! Ah! Nostalgie quand tu nous tient.Bon appetit! 😛
Cuisine libanaise English translation pending
by Coquillette · 2003-08-05 · 2 replies
Bonjour,

Je recherche désespérément des recettes de cuisines libanaise, est-ce qu'un membre de ce forum en connaîtrait ?

Au plaisir de vous lire.
Comment financer un tour du monde? English translation pending
by Poupette · 2003-06-13 · 6 replies
bonjour a tous,

voila je me presente, je m'appelle anne, jai 20 ans je suis sur paris.

je bosse pr financer mon projet, partir en reportage photo et faire des livres.

j'aime la terre, la nature et je veux montrer toutes ces richesses...

Je prepare un grand voyage en asie, dont je suis tombée sous le charme depuis mon premier voyage en thailande!!!😏

nous sommes deux, nous commencons a faire des calculs budjetaire pour un grand voyage de environ minimum 6 mois a 1ans...

je ne sais pas trop comment commencer si ce n'est que economiser...avez vous des truc, des conseils ou des exemples...(genre petit boulot a l'etranger)

comment faites vous en generale pour reunir autant d'argent, combien environ c'est surtout ca que je veux savoir...

je voyage assez modestement, routard quoi mais pas inconsciente...

voila, j'espere que vous pourrez m'aider...OHHH voui j'espere...

gros bisous a tous...

anne
Dansons le Bachata English translation pending
by Pepsan · 2003-06-05 · 16 replies
Salut a tous

SI vous etes revenus de la republique tous comme moi et si vous aussi vous etes tombe sous le charme de la musique dominicaine...

Il a quelques morceaux (tubes) qui passent souvent en ce moment la bas (je dirai meme en boucles)

Savez vous me dire les titres et le noms de ses chanteurs (dont un est chante en duo!)

Merci de m'aider ce serait vraiment sympa ..

Bisous

Sandrine😎
Sites de musique cubaine? English translation pending
by Tonygo · 2003-01-21 · 3 replies
Salut!Qui pourrait me donner des sites ou je pourrais écouter de célébres chansons Cubaines(Guantanamera, cha cha cha, ...)Merci beaucoup.....bye....TONYGO
Apprendre le farsi - Iran English translation pending
by Mado67 · 2002-11-17 · 3 replies
Bonsoir, je considère aller apprendre le farsi pendant quelques mois en Iran, à Shiraz ou Esfahan. Quelqu'un a-t-il l'expérience de la vie la-bas ou des études ? Je suis une femme mais aurai peut-être une compagnie masculine (pas 24h/24 !).

Merci de toute infos.
Apprendre l'hindi English translation pending
by De · 2002-10-15 · 13 replies
besoin d'aide pour trouver des cours d'hindi en ligne (gratuit !?!) ou sur cd-rom (pas trop cher !)... si vous avez des tuyaux...
Travel companions for a round-the-world trip
by Diveco · 2026-07-14 · 3 replies
Looking for a travel companion for a round-the-world expedition in a truck. Departure planned for late 2027. Someone motivated who loves adventure (moderate level), a co-pilot, a friend—all in good spirits and with respect. Appropriate age. If this speaks to you, get in touch! Preferably someone from my region—you’ll see, I’m really friendly... See you soon, Didier
Panoramic Suite World Cruise with Costa Deliziosa
by Menutan · 2026-09-13 · 0 replies
I’m about to book the panoramic suite, and I’m not sure whether I should go for the one at the front of the ship or the one at the back. I’d really appreciate any feedback—anyone who’s already booked this kind of suite and can share the pros and cons?
In Memory of Jamie Muir (1942–2025)
by Taamaden · 2026-05-15 · 1 reply
Musician, monk, painter: The metamorphoses of Jamie Muir

James David "Jamie" Muir, a talented drummer and percussionist and brief member of King Crimson, who left the world of pop music and show business to retreat to a Buddhist monastery in Scotland before dedicating himself almost entirely to painting, passed away last year at the age of 81. His artwork was recently featured in two exhibitions in Cornwall and London...

Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1942, Jamie Muir attended the College of Art there in the 1960s. Early on, he was drawn to jazz.

Later settling in London, Jamie Muir played jazz trombone before turning to percussion. Influenced by American drummers like Tony Williams, Kenny Clarke, and Milford Graves, as well as musicians such as Pharoah Sanders and Albert Ayler, he gravitated toward free music, meaning improvisation. It was during this time that he began assembling an arsenal of household objects he later used alongside his standard drum kit: rattles, whistles, horns, chimes, bells, gongs, sheets of metal, shakers, drums, and plastic bottles.

After a brief stint in a multimedia group, Jamie Muir worked with choreographer Lindsay Kemp (as did David Bowie), played music in the short-lived jazz-rock group Sunship (with guitarist Allan Holdsworth, formerly of Soft Machine), and became involved in the ensemble known as The Music Improvisation Society, with Derek Bailey, Hugh Davies, and Evan Parker between 1968 and 1971. The Music Improvisation Society recorded an album for the ECM label in 1971 (never reissued on CD except in Japan) and a posthumous album (1968–71). Both records gained a cult following among fans of experimental and improvised music. After this experience, Muir played in Pete Brown’s Battered Ornaments and then in the band Boris with Jamie Peters, Don Weller, and former Colosseum member Jim Roache. He also briefly joined Assagai, an Afro-rock group featuring South African and Nigerian musicians from the legendary South African band Blue Notes (including drummer Louis Moholo, saxophonist Dudu Pukwana, and trumpeter/flutist Mongezi Feza).

In the summer of 1972, Robert Fripp, leader and guitarist of King Crimson, whom a journalist from *Melody Maker* had suggested meet this percussionist from the English experimental scene, invited Jamie Muir to join the new King Crimson lineup he was assembling: Robert Fripp (guitar, mellotron), David Cross (violin), John Wetton (bass), Bill Bruford (drums), and Jamie Muir (percussion). "King Crimson was the ideal for me because it was a rock band that had more than three brain cells. I was very much more an instrumental style of musician rather than being song-based, and there weren’t many other bands that I would have been any good in. I was extremely pleased and felt completely at home with Crimson." Once formed, the new group honed their sound on stage from early October to mid-December 1972 (see the 1972 live albums in the discography below), before recording the album Larks’ Tongues in Aspic in early 1973. A grand album, one of the band’s best, and one of the best of the 1970s.

However, after a concert at the Marquee Club in London, Jamie Muir left not only the band but also the music world entirely, with immediate effect. During the six months Muir spent with King Crimson, his presence completely upended the group’s philosophy, loosening the notoriously strict rules imposed by Fripp and pushing the boundaries of improvisation. Jamie Muir’s contribution—clearly heard on Larks’ Tongues in Aspic—was to introduce a touch of anarchy into Robert Fripp’s music, which was usually so tight, rational, and meticulously structured.

Muir returned to Scotland, to the Samye Ling Monastery near Eskdalemuir in Dumfries and Galloway (in the south), where he spent several years as a Buddhist monk, the pleasures of his former life giving way to retreat and meditation.

Muir came back to London and music in the 1980s, playing and recording with Derek Bailey and Evan Parker from the Music Improvisation Company, as well as with former King Crimson member Michael Giles on the soundtrack for the independent British film Ghost Dance (1983).

In 1990, Muir left music behind once more and increasingly devoted himself to painting, a discipline he maintained until his death. In his later years, he began exploring digital art as another form of expression.

In recent years, he lived in Penzance, Cornwall, where he passed away in February 2025.

Hery

Discography:

A. Jamie Muir with King Crimson: • Larks’ Tongues In Aspic (1973) • Larks’ Tongues In Aspic (The Complete Recordings) (2023, 4 CDs) • Cosmic Muir (1998, Japan, unofficial release) • The Beat Club Bremen 1972 (1999) • Live at the Zoom Club Frankfurt, Germany (October 13, 1972) (2002, 2 CDs) • Live in Guildford (November 13, 1972) (2003) • Live in Newcastle (December 8, 1972) (2019, mono) B. Jamie Muir and other projects: • The Music Improvisation Company: The Music Improvisation Company (1970) • The Music Improvisation Company: 1968–1971 (1976) • Derek Bailey / Jamie Muir: Dart Drug (1981) • Michael Giles / Jamie Muir / David Cunningham: Ghost Dance (1996) • Evan Parker / Jamie Muir / Paul Rodgers: The Ayes Have It (2001)

Links:

https://www.jamiemuirart.com/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDyf0ofV5n4 (King Crimson: "Larks' Tongues in Aspic") https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgoKT8hEBFQ&list=RDJ2FjbpvX8dA&index=2 (Michael Giles, Jamie Muir, David Cunningham)

The musician

The painter

The band (l. to r.: Muir, Fripp, Cross, Bruford)
Which website to buy good-quality world flags?
by YannTravel · 2026-05-15 · 1 reply
Hi everyone,

I’m Yann, a 28-year-old TikToker who loves traveling!

Since I’ve been to several destinations, I’d love to get a flag from each one as a sort of trophy. But from what I’ve seen online, a lot of sites sell them with what looks like really poor quality...

So I’m reaching out to you all to share a site you usually use—help me start my collection! :)

Have a great day!

Yann
David Thomas, Leader of Pere Ubu (1953–2025)
by Taamaden · 2026-05-01 · 2 replies
«Mr. Thomas's voice is that of a man muttering in a crowd. You think he's talking to himself until you realize he's actually talking to you.» (Greil Marcus)

La voix de M. Thomas est celle d'un homme marmonnant dans une foule. Vous pensez qu'il se parle à lui-même jusqu'à ce que vous réalisiez qu'en réalité il est en train de vous parler.

A year ago, a singular monument passed away

Tall and imposing, he embodied the character of Père Ubu and captivated with his physical presence as much as his voice. His distinctive tone, audacity, and aura made him a respected and truly unique figure over the past five decades: David Thomas.

Born in Miami but primarily raised in Cleveland, Ohio, David Thomas was a central figure in Cleveland’s underground experimental rock scene—a regional movement that would later give rise to Devo and Nine Inch Nails. He first gained recognition as part of the group Rocket From the Tombs, which, though it never recorded an album, became an influential local act during its brief existence. Known for his high-pitched, near-falsetto voice and his unconventional taste for professor-style stage costumes, Thomas stood out as much in person as his music did on record.

In 1975, several members of Rocket From the Tombs split off to form Pere Ubu—a band named after a play by French writer Alfred Jarry. The group (labeled with many tags or none at all: garage, industrial, experimental, rock, art-rock, avant-garde, punk, new wave) was extremely ahead of its time (and remains incredibly stimulating today), embarking on an unprecedented journey blending punk, post-rock, and an insane art-rock sophistication. Their albums, filled with literary allusions and wounded poetry, were sung-spoken in Thomas’s singular style. The band’s boldness was evident everywhere, mixing brass (especially clarinet), electric instruments, and a constant effort to connect with American musical traditions.

During its initial run from 1975 to 1982, Pere Ubu was an unclassifiable group, fusing the loose energy of garage rock (a term used by D.T. to describe Pere Ubu’s music) with 1960s rock, funk bass, heavy saxophones, and Thomas’s dominant presence. Though they predated the rise of post-punk, Pere Ubu embodied that sound in all its sharp, repressed, and unpredictable nature—largely thanks to Thomas’s wild spirit. The band’s clever absurdity and adventurous approach inspired other groups, including Joy Division, Sonic Youth, Pixies, and R.E.M.

In 1978, Pere Ubu released The Modern Dance, their debut album, followed by Dub Housing (1978), New Picnic Time (1979), and The Art of Walking (1980). Though it never achieved commercial success, the album found its audience among eccentric punks and art-rock fans, intriguing many with its singular blend of rock, punk, new wave, and experimental prog. After a few lineup changes and a brief breakup, Pere Ubu released four more albums in a frenzy of creativity. Song of the Bailing Man briefly served as the group’s final album upon their split in 1982. For their 1987 return, Pere Ubu recorded The Tenement Year the following year. The band reunited intermittently over the following decades under Thomas’s leadership, who remained the sole founding member throughout the group’s existence, releasing 14 albums—not counting live records. Pere Ubu’s last full album with Thomas was Trouble on Big Beat Street, released in 2023.

Last year, on April 24, 2025, David Thomas, the founder and leader of the influential and avant-garde rock group Pere Ubu, passed away at his home in Brighton, England, at the age of 71.

hgb



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHfZovOsXlI&list=RDqHfZovOsXlI&start_radio=1
Visiting the American West in summer 2027 with Voyageur du Monde
by Persodusud · 2026-03-27 · 0 replies
Hi there,

For my first trip abroad, I’d like to visit the American West (Los Angeles, iconic parks, Las Vegas, etc.) through Voyageur du Monde, a specialist in "custom" travel. The idea is to plan the trip together with the agency. I’ve scheduled it for summer 2027 because I won’t be available before then, and I want to take the time to organize this road trip. I’d like to go for 3 weeks—I know that requires a significant budget. I don’t have anyone to go with, and I’d prefer to have at least one person to make the experience more enjoyable. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you’d like! Looking forward to it! Bryan
February contest theme: lakes and ponds around the world
by Muriel18 · 2026-02-01 · 75 replies
Let’s stick with the water theme—it’s definitely the season (maybe a bit *too* much for some of those dealing with floods 😕). After the flowing waters (with varying energy levels), let’s take it easy with still waters:

Lakes (Annecy)

Ponds (near Moustiers Saint Marie)

Lagoons (Bacalar)

If you’ve got nice photos of a pond—or even a puddle—why not? Natural bodies of water only: no pools or fountains (reservoir lakes are accepted… because they often look like natural lakes ).

The contest rules are the same as always 😉: Up to 3 photos per member, one photo per post (a little explanation is better), and past winning photos from other VF contests aren’t allowed. You have until Sunday, February 22nd at 11:59 PM (Paris time) to post your photos. Voting starts Monday the 23rd at midnight—rank your top 3 photos in order (3, 2, and 1 points). Voting ends Saturday, February 28th at 11:59 PM. Results will be announced on March 1st. The winning photo is the one with the most points (in case of a tie, the photo ranked first the most times wins). The lucky winner gets to organize March’s contest 😎.

Dig into your archives…
Learning a language before a language trip: your feedback?
by Julia321 · 2025-12-12 · 1 reply
Hi everyone, I’m thinking about going on a language trip in the next few months and I’m wondering how to prepare well before leaving. I feel like going without at least some basics can be frustrating at first, especially for speaking. So, I have a few questions:

Have any of you prepared for your trip with a specific course or method? What helped you the most before leaving (classes, online platforms, exchanges, partial immersion, etc.)? Has anyone used Clic Campus or a similar platform to prepare for a stay abroad? If so, did it help once you were there?

I’m mainly looking for real feedback, not marketing 😊 Thanks in advance for your thoughts and experiences!
China: Essential phrases for travelers
by Impressiont · 2025-12-06 · 1 reply
Hi everyone! I’m Tina, and I’ve organized French group trips to China for over 10 years. Over the years, I’ve noticed that the language barrier is the biggest stress for travelers—especially when ordering food, asking for directions, or negotiating in markets! Today, I want to share 5 essential Chinese phrases I’ve taught my travelers—they’re simple, easy to pronounce, and work in 90% of travel situations:

你好 (Nǐ hǎo) = Hello → Polite and useful with everyone (locals, drivers, vendors). 谢谢 (Xiè xie) = Thank you → Chinese people really appreciate this politeness—it makes communication smoother. 多少钱 (Duō shǎo qián) = How much does it cost → Essential for local markets or small shops (menus in French are rare!). 请问,地铁站在哪? (Qǐng wèn, dì tiě zhàn zài nǎ lǐ?) = Excuse me, where is the subway station? → Swap “subway station” for “hotel” or “restaurant”—it works! 我要这个 (Wǒ yào zhè ge) = I want this → Point at the item and say this phrase—no more misunderstandings!

Bonus tip: Pinyin (the Chinese phonetic alphabet) is super helpful for reading street signs or menus. For example, “Nǐ hǎo” is pronounced “Nee how”—easy to remember!

If you’re planning a trip to China and want more practical phrases or pronunciation tips (to avoid embarrassing mistakes), feel free to send me a private message. I’ve put together a little traveler-friendly guide that I’m happy to share with anyone who wants to prepare stress-free. Don’t hesitate to ask your questions in the comments either—if you’re unsure about a specific communication situation (e.g., in a temple, at the train station), I’d be happy to help! Happy planning for your trip to China—it’s going to be amazing!
One of the Last Jazz Giants
by Taamaden · 2025-12-05 · 1 reply
One of the last jazz giants

He played with legends like John Coltrane, Sonny Rollins, Thelonious Monk, Bill Evans, and Miles Davis: Jack DeJohnette was one of the most important jazz drummers of his generation. In late October, the American drummer, pianist, and composer passed away at the age of 83.

With his fluid style, exceptional musicality, and incredibly diverse repertoire, DeJohnette was one of the most sought-after drummers in music history. Blues, bebop, hard bop, soul jazz, and jazz-rock: few have mastered as many different styles as he did. Ornette Coleman, Sonny Rollins, Sun Ra, Jackie McLean, Thelonious Monk, Bill Evans, Stan Getz, Keith Jarrett, Chet Baker, George Benson, and Herbie Hancock—the list of artists and stars he collaborated with is impressive. Starting in the 1970s, he also became the regular drummer for the German label ECM. In their Munich studios, he recorded numerous albums such as Special Edition (with David Murray and Arthur Blythe), Song X (with Ornette Coleman, Pat Metheny, and Charlie Haden), and New Directions (with John Abercrombie and Lester Bowie)—as a sideman, leader, or under his own name.

"I’m a color artist," this purebred musician once said in an interview. He played the drums "like a painter applying pastels, oils, and watercolors." This free spirit of jazz blended and integrated countless influences and sounds. He explored the electric guitar and synthesizer, as well as New Age and African music...

Few other artists have managed to incorporate sounds from all musical genres and make their drums resonate like he did. As a child, he listened to all kinds of music without ever categorizing them. He had listened to operas, country and western music, rhythm and blues, swing, and jazz, as he recounted in interviews. To him, it was all just music—and it was all amazing.

Jack DeJohnette was born on August 9, 1942, in Chicago. From ages 4 to 14, he played the piano before switching to drums in high school and studying music. One of his role models was jazz pianist Ahmad Jamal (1930–2023), a child prodigy and idol to generations of musicians. His career began in 1966 in New York. He played in saxophonist John Coltrane’s ensemble, then in Charles Lloyd’s quartet, which also included the young pianist Keith Jarrett. His fame took off when Miles Davis invited him to replace Tony Williams in his group, where he stayed for three years. He can be heard on the groundbreaking double album Bitches Brew, released in 1970, which marked a turning point in jazz and rock history and the rise of a new genre: jazz-rock or fusion. He also contributed to Davis’ album A Tribute to Jack Johnson (1971, with John McLaughlin). In the 1980s, he formed a legendary trio with pianist Keith Jarrett and bassist Gary Peacock. One of the trio’s most important albums is undoubtedly Bye Bye Blackbird, a tribute to trumpeter Miles Davis, who passed away in 1991 and whom DeJohnette had played with between 1968 and 1971.

DeJohnette’s musicality was considered rare among jazz drummers. Since he also played piano, he always heard harmonies, melodies, and rhythms when playing drums. Westerners don’t typically view drums as a melodic instrument but rather as accompaniment. For him, however, they were a tool for playing melodies.

Between freedom, elegance, and rhythmic ingenuity, he leaves behind an immense legacy.

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