Robinson Khoury live in Vitrolles

Experience Robinson Khoury live on July 2nd

Robinson Khoury will perform at the Charlie Jazz Festival in Vitrolles, France on July 2nd, 2026. Khoury is a Lebanese-American pianist and composer whose music blends elements of jazz improvisation with traditional Arabic maqam and rhythms. His compositions often explore themes of identity, displacement, and cultural fusion, incorporating both acoustic and electronic instrumentation. He frequently collaborates with musicians from diverse backgrounds, resulting in a sound that is both deeply rooted in tradition and forward-looking.

The Charlie Jazz Festival, established in 1986, is a prominent event dedicated to jazz music held annually in Vitrolles, a commune in the Bouches-du-Rhône department in southern France. Known for its eclectic programming, the festival showcases established international artists alongside emerging talent across various subgenres of jazz – including mainstream, avant-garde, and world music influenced jazz. It typically utilizes both indoor and outdoor stages throughout the town, fostering a community atmosphere. The festival has built a reputation for its commitment to artistic quality and accessibility to a broad audience within the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region and beyond. It regularly attracts several thousand attendees each year.