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Unbeknown to many, Paris has a surprising number of good Jazz Clubs.

L’Arbucci might be just about the best club in Paris. Found on the left bank of the River Seine in the centre of St-Germain.

The audience usually comprises of a mix between curious visitors and regular locals. It is possible to eat upstairs in the brasserie.

Then head down to the basement to listen to the jazz. |Afterwards you can then head on downstairs for the music |After you have eaten why not head downstairs for the music? |Food finished then it’s time to head downstairs and listen to the music} If you like old style Dixie Jazz then this is the place for you.

Though the left bank of the Seine is the traditional place for Jazz club’s not all of them are based there.

Au Duc Des Lombards is actually on the right bank situated in the Les Halles district.

Exquisite wood panelled walls and plenty of velvet seats make this club extremely distinctive. Posters cover the walls and describe some off the jazz greats that have played there.

The club’s policy is to bring in the best jazz players from overseas. The club has developed a policy of bringing in the best in overseas talent to play there. The club has actually developed a policy over the years that effectively means they bring in jazz superstars from overseas and mix them with local musicians.

Also in the rue des Lombards can be found Baiser Sale. You will hear a wide variety of styles in this particular club ranging from blues to Jazz, Latin and African

For such a small club the atmosphere is electric. The club has pioneered whole new musical avenues that have been explored here.

The new and novel approach to music has lead to a much laid back and friendly atmosphere within the club. One thing that has worked in its favour I suppose is that the club is slightly cheaper than most.

Les Bilboquet can also be found in the same area.If it’s reverence and history you want in a Jazz club this is the place to be.

The club was opened in 1947. Billie Holiday and Miles Davies are just a few of the international superstars to have played this club.

This policy has changed probably along with the times and it mostly local talent that can be found on the stage here nowadays. Not only music can be experienced here along with most other clubs it serves food as well as drink.

Also on the left bank is La Cave du Franc Pinot. The address of this club is 1 Quai de Bourbon.

Being neither left nor right bank is the way the club likes to describe itself.

This fairly new club has added some buzz to the Iles St Louis.

Though it is Jazz all the way in this club and mostly swing at that, there is also some modern jazz played also.

Yet again this is another club that is placed in a cellar but has bags of atmosphere. On a Sunday there is lunchtime performance and there is also food served at the club.

Next on the list is the jazz club Lionel Hampton. The general opinion in Paris is that this is a club almost without equal

Don’t be fooled by the name as the club plays a wider range of music that the name would infer. Could be a good idea that you check out the music that is planned for any particular night as you could be in for surprise.

There is a heavy emphasis on visiting Afro-American musicians (Oscar Peterson has played there. Sophistication and style are almost guaranteed at this club

Next up on our list of clubs in Paris is the New Morning The club is found on the Rue des Petites-Ecuries.

By Paris standards New Morning is an upstart club having only opened in 1981. For a new club the emphasis seems to be trying to provide the widest possible range of any jazz club in Paris.

Do not be surprised from time to time when you see impromptu performances from people who have been invited to join in from the floor. This has led to a relaxed crowd off regulars.

Also to be found on the left bank is Le Petit Journal Montparnasse. The exact address of the club is 13 Rue du Commandant Mouchotte.

This is described as a club that never sleeps. This fact is slightly incorrect in that the club does close for four hours between 2 a.m. in the morning and 6 a.m.

If you want, you can just have a drink while listening to the music or it is possible to order food as well. The music on offer is primarily big band jazz but some nights have been known to feature Salsa, Blues or Rock.

Le Petit Journal St Michel is next up on our list of clubs. This is the younger brother of the original Montparnasse club.

The address of the club is 71 Blvd St Michel. The club opened in 1971 and concentrates more on New Orleans style swinging jazz.

The club has a very special sort of atmosphere that goes with the description of a Latin Quarter Cellar Club. The dining room in which you can order food can be found just off the main staging area.

Last on our list of clubs in Paris is Caveau de la Huchette. This can be found at 5 Rue de la Huchette.

The club may keep the initial impression as being a tourism attraction but don’t be fooled. A visit to this club is extremely good value for money.

Previous owners of the building that houses the club included the likes of the Knights Templar. Don’t be fooled by the medieval vaults in the club this club has been playing jazz since 1947.

We have covered a good selection of jazz club in Paris but as is the case in most guides. Jazz clubs come and go. Taking this in mind it is always extremely useful keep your eyes open and you never know what you might find.

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