Jazzy picnic evening

Every Thursday, jazz aperitif picnic!

These Thursdays in midsummer, Islette will remain open until 10 p.m.,an opportunity to enjoy a aperitif or a picnic in the castle park. Let yourself be seduced by this beautiful encounter between jazz and the enchanting setting of L'Islette.

Jazz concert at 7:30pm.

On the program:

02/07: Joshua Perez feat. Elia Guérin Trio, ...to take you on a journey through jazz standards. An evening dedicated to elegance, improvisation, and the enjoyment of great jazz themes.

09/07: Lizzy Bourbon Trio, For an evening of Swing, Rhythm & Blues. A warm voice, friendly musicians and a retro atmosphere ideal for enjoying the park in the early evening.

16/07: Love Endeavor, A swing repertoire sprinkled with pop and French chanson. The duo offers a gentle, warm and lively atmosphere, between original arrangements and revisited songs.

23/07: The Swing Cane 4tet, A repertoire of gypsy jazz imbued with original creations. A lively and captivating evening, in the spirit of Django, between swing, virtuosity and the joy of playing.

30/07: Swing Together Trio, for a swing evening. The trio pays tribute to the great jazz composers, with a repertoire of well-known and lesser-known standards, driven by swing and beautiful melodies.

06/08: K. Goubern “Swing Acoustic Project”, A tribute to Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli. An evening of acoustic swing and the spirit of gypsy jazz, blending elegance, energy and tradition.

08/13: Lizzy & The Old Swing Men A trio for a Swing, Rhythm & Blues evening. A festive and generous group, perfect for recapturing the spirit of swing clubs and great dance nights.

20/08: Trio Anastazör, Gypsy jazz — Django is never far away. Guitars, swing and nomadic energy are on the program for a warm and characterful evening.

27/08: Devil Moon Trio, Three passionate musicians of jazz, blues and gypsy swing. A guitar, a double bass, a warm voice, and songs with jazzy, blues and swing sounds to enjoy at dusk.

So bring your own food and drink, or stock up at the shop in the mill. You can also discover Nicolas Paget's organic wines from the Azay-le-Rideau appellation (sold by the glass or bottle and enjoyed in moderation).

The tour of the interior of the château ends at 7.30pm.

For a successful evening :

  • bring a sheet to lay out on the lawn
  • tables and chairs are available in the park (in limited quantities)
  • You can also bring your own folding chairs/tables for added comfort!
  • bring your own supplies
  • Supplies are also available on site at the mill: drinks, wines, beers, limited quantities of fresh bread, spreads, pâtés, terrines, cold meats, ice creams, etc.
  • mosquito repellent
  • all you have to do is settle in and enjoy the evening!
 
Usual entry price (holders of an entry ticket purchased the same day before 7 p.m. can stay for the picnic evenings with music at no extra charge). Purchase tickets online (non-refundable unless the evening is canceled) or on site directly.
 
Tickets purchased online grant access to visit the castle at any time on the day (from 10 a.m.)

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