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Paris Chansons is Los Angeles’s premier French band with a Global Twist. They are known for their original renditions of French favorites from Aznavour, Brel, Dassin, Piaf, Macias, Adamo, Montand, all the way to contemporary artists such as Zaz. Their exhilarating performances are punctuated by Gypsy jazz standards in addition to classics in Russian, Italian, and other languages.
Three multilingual singers bring an unparalleled diversity to their shows. Paris Chansons takes you on a journey - a spectacular celebration of French and international music that brings the world that much closer.
I had a milestone birthday event with many guests, friends, relatives, colleagues and what can bring together such a diverse group. Some would think great food but most would say great entertainment. And Jacob and Julia from Paris Chansons sure did that. They arrived an hour and a half before the party to make sure that set up was right, they carefully selected the list of songs for the event, with slow romantic ones at first and then faster tempo for the dancing stretch of the party and back to slow. French songs, Russian and Yiddish songs. We had such a great time
The band Paris Chansons greatly contributed to the success of a milestone birthday party in Los Angeles. Each band member is an accomplished musician and their 3 excellent singers created a wonderful atmosphere with mostly French songs, but also East European and Mediterranean melodies. They clearly love what they do. They were very responsive to the mood of their audience and adjusted their program accordingly. I warmly recommend them!
The City of West Hollywood’s Recreation Services Division hosted “A Night in Paris” senior dance where Paris Chanson provided lively and entertaining music through out the evening. Julia, her husband, and all of the musicians involved displayed true musical talent and are well versed in array of musical genres that made our event a real success. Working with Paris Chansons was a real treat for our city, and we would happily welcome them back to perform at future events.
This band was amazing. The music was great, the variety was amazing. Very professional. They worked hard for the whole set!!
VERY JOYFUL AND VERY ENTERTAINMENT. JULIA IS THE QUEEN OF CHANSON.
Wonderful, dynamic French and international music!
Paris Chansons performed beautifully with a broad range of songs in mostly French and also in Russian, Italian, Hebrew, Romanian and more! We wanted something really unique and special for our celebration and this group brought that!
We would highly recommend Paris Chansons for your special event.
Julia and Jacob are incredible talented musicians, we had a French theam night in white, in a Love Castle, and we felt a magic music spirit all around us, like a nice worm blanket! Thank you guys so much! Very intelligent and lively couple
Lilia
Julia and Jacob were exactly the right touch for our Bastille Day party. A full range of French music, old and new, just like being in a French cabaret.. lots of guest participantion and lots of fun. We loved having them here.
We enjoyed a simply magical evening with the Paris Chansons! We did not anticipate the variety and were astounded by the talent of the group! Beautiful voices and stellar musicians. Far exceeded our expectation and we won't miss this group when they return to Arizona! Hurry back!
The words can't describe the pleasure and satisfaction every time I see Julia perform. Her voice is absolutely amazing! Her band is super talented and professional!
I highly recommend Julia for any type of gathering and events. Her repertuar is versatile including French, Russian and Yidish, perfect for small group gathering in the intimate settings as well as huge banquet halls of 300 guests on cocktail hour. I personally invited Julia to give a French chanson flavor to our guests on my Daughter's Paris Ooh La La Bat Mitzvah theme.
Five stars all the way!!!!
We love you, Julia!!!
Lovely evening with Julia, Max and the group. Professional, on time, pleasant, full of heart, beautiful sound and voices, just a wonderful group to host any French theme party. Our guests unanimously loved them... Definitely a new staple at our winery...bravo!
Jacob Kantor once asked the crowd at the Sofitel in Beverly Hills, "How many of you speak French?" And only a few hands went up. Then he asked, "How many of you know a little French?" A few acknowledged this question. "Well, then, how many of you love French music?" Now, we had everyone!
Paris Chansons is a classically trained group of musicians and singers that perform beautiful French songs from familiar artists such as Erico Macias, Francis Cabrel, and Celine Dion. Each singer brings something uniquely special to the group with such musical nuiances and energy that is very much Paris Chansons.
I am personally new to French music and after hearing them twice, at the Sofitel and the Catalina Jazz Club, I am now a fan. Or should say, a Fan!
You will fall in love with these songs, with these artists and with whom ever you attend the show with, I assure you. Their next show is Dec. 1st at th Sofitel. I say, go!
Julia and the band did an amazing work.
They played very well and all the guests were extremely happy.
Good job guys!
I hired Julia & Jacob to perform at my mom's birthday bash, and I could not have made a better choice. From the first note, our guests swayed to the music and "sang" along to the familiar French and Yiddish tunes without really speaking either language. Communicating through music is one of the greatest gifts, and these two definitely have it. Julia and Jacob played a 90 minute set to the utter delight of our guests, many of whom got up and danced to the music of Joe Dassin, Edith Piaf, Charles Aznavour, Mireille Matthieu, ZAZ, and others. I highly recommend hiring Paris Chansons to anyone who's looking to create truly magical, unforgettable mood at a party or event.
We had a wonderful party with Julia & Jacob from Paris Chansons! Their repertoire varies and touches upon many cultures, they make you feel comfortable whether you want to dance or to sing along. Their performance was very professional, elegant and beautiful. They perform a uniquely broad range of music ! I would recommend them for your future event!
Paris Chansons helped us have a wonderful event! They were perfect for our Parision theme event and were very accomodating. They mixed a right blend of upbeat and slower music for our afternoon event. They were on time, professional and performed beautifully. I would recommend them for your future event!
I love this band! I have hired Paris Chansons twice to perform at my private parties. My guests, who were almost all French, absolutely loved the performance. They offer an authentic French show while adding their own unique style to the music. I look forward to working with them again!!
Corinne Allemand
Amazing French Band, and Perfect for Our Occasion
Paris Chansons performed at our New Year's Eve event and it was spectacular! All 200 of my guests danced all night to the performances of Julia, Jacob, and Max.
The theme was 1920's era “Little Paris” and the band did a wonderful job performing original pieces along with classics. Julia's voice lights up the room and Jacob perfectly complements her. They are great and will add spark to any event.
As part of the national Beaujolais Nouveau celebration, we just unveiled the 2014 Georges Duboeuf vintage in Los Angeles. Throughout the night, attendees experienced the best that French ‘Art de Vivre' has to offer.
Paris Chansons transported them to a world of elegance and refinement with a unique performance. Julia & Jacob, the main singers performed as a duo. Talented and full of passion, they brought beautiful harmonies and guitar playing effects on a number of French songs, creating a very special atmosphere “à la mode de Paris!” Attendees were raving about these entertainers. They were very professional and easy to deal with. We will definitely hire them again.
I love this group. Seen, them, booked them, worked with them, designed music for them, and I just love the whole package. A unique, wonderful, versatile, multi-talented ensemble that takes a wide range of good music seriously. Can't wait to work with them again. I want to give them 6 stars or more, but straight 5's will have to suffice.
Simply wonderful! Everyone at the party gave rave reviews on their performance. Lots of dancing and enjoyment from start to finish. Highly recommended and guarantee that your event will be enhanced with their engagement.
"It was an enormous pleasure to work with Julia and Paris Chansons for our Charity Costume Ball. The fundraiser was French-themed, and would not have been complete without the beautiful French music provided by Paris Chansons. Everyone was dressed to the nines and in perfect character the whole evening. These entertainers were very professional throughout the event. Their performance was flawless and lent perfectly to the fun, French atmosphere. Thank you, Paris Chansons, for helping to us all have a good time for a great cause!"
Julia and Jacob of Paris Chansons played our event and were truly entertaining, unique and professional. Music with an international flare singing in French and Russian. Excellent! We could not be happier with the event and we hope to work with Paris Chansons in the future!
I hired Julia and Jacob from Paris Chansons for a French themed rehearsal dinner for my son and his wife. The venue was outdoors and required Julia and Jacob to go beyond the call of duty to accommodate the space and the timing of their sets.They were creative and professional in meeting our needs - providing both acoustic and electronic sets. This couple is warm and generous, and are also very talented musicians and entertainers. I was thrilled by them and their music and I wasn't alone; our guests - many of whom are musicians - praised them repeatedly and told me how much they enjoyed the duo. Thank you, thank you, Julia and Jacob, for giving this special evening that magical je ne sais quoi!
The performance was like a magical trip to Paris! Amazing vocal performance and a great energy. The audience was cheering, laughing, and singing along. They were really professional and extremely talented. Paris Chansons sing with their heart and will touch yours.
Paris Chanson brings Paris to LA. Their wide repertoire touches on many cultures and eras, and everything from Parisian chansons to Russian nostalgia to Morroccan Jewish will either make you want to dance or to sing along.
The musicians easily move from the 50s in France to the 70s in USSR, to the turn of the century in Israel and back into the heat of irresistible Morrocan tunes. As they take you on their musical journey across cultures and ages, the incredible chemistry of Julia and Jacob are at the heart of each performance.
You don't have to be European to fall in love with their music.
You just have to show up.
I truly enjoyed performances by Paris Chansons. They're European beats and melodies take you to another place when you listen to them. You truly feel like you are in a café or lounge in Europe. I adored their music, and passion for this style of song. I highly recommend attending their shows, as they are talented musicians as well as very warm and welcoming individuals and will come and say hi and connect with the audience after the performance.
Paris Chansons puts on an incredible night of music. The entire band is filled with a unique and multifaceted and talented group of musicians who are also incredible performers. Not only do they sing classic french songs that are recognized and adored, but they also have a very unique take on their style and fill each song with passion and fun in a creative performance format. They will transport you to an underground club in Paris! I can't wait to see them again.
They were absolutely fantastic! Every single guest made it a point to tell us how much they enjoyed the live music! Especial with such a romantic, French flare. Julia is great at explaining what Paris Chansons can offer for your event. The guests were dancing way more than I thought. Paris Chansons sounded great. The music was perfect, and they really kept everything together and made the night a lot of fun. All of the members were really nice and professional and looked amazing!!! Their repertoire is appropriate for many events. Ours was corporate but I can't wait to hire them again for a more personal event. I can't express to you how much of a value this band is. So many guests have said that Paris Chansons was the best live band they’ve ever heard. And I agree, this was absolutely money well spent.
I have been to multiple shows of Paris Chansons and everytime the ambiance is the same : cheerful and authentic French and Russian!
The singers are professional yet very friendly and accessible to any request. I will go back and strongly recommend to hire them for a private event if you want what's best in a matter of French and Russian singers in LA!
Price Range: Contact for rates
Gig Length: 45 - 90 minutes
Languages: English, French, Russian, Other
Experience a unique show featuring French music with international twists. Be transported to Paris through original renditions of French favorites ranging from Aznavour, Piaf, Brel & Dassin to Macias, Adamo, Vaya Con Dios and much more! Or take a musical journey “Autour du monde” adding in Russian, Italian, and world flavors. Or choose their signature show, the unforgettable “Moulin Russe” featuring original takes on French AND Russian classics. Much more than a show. This is an experience.
Julia & Jacob are also available as a duo for those seeking a more intimate/acoustic vibe for their special event.
Paris Chansons is LA’s premier French band. Recently featured on the CBS/KCAL news, they are known for their original renditions of French favorites from Aznavour, Brel, Dassin, Piaf, Montand all the way to contemporary artists like Zaz. Their exhilarating performances are punctuated with traditional jazz standards as well as classics in Russian, Italian, and other languages.
Three multilingual singers bring an unparalleled diversity to their shows. Julia Kantor, originally from the Ukraine, lived and studied in France where she discovered in French music a soul connection that still imbues every performance. She entrances from the stage with a sultry voice and dynamic presence. Together with her husband, Jacob, a Russian-born singer/songwriter, they launched Paris Chansons. Max Cohen grew up in Morocco steeped in French music, particularly the songs of Enrico Macias. Max’s rich velvety tone delivers beautifully nuanced renditions of his favorites, complete with a signature North African lilt.
Superb musicianship anchors the ensemble, effortlessly moving from jazzy improvisation to slow-burning balladry to blistering gypsy fervor. All seasoned pros, the musicians are Jeff Lams on piano, Adam Cohen on upright bass, Endre Balogh on violin, Sinclair Lott on drums and Jacob Kantor on guitar. Paris Chansons takes you an a journey without leaving your seat (except maybe to dance!), a spectacular celebration of French and international music that brings the world that much closer.
They are available to perform as a duo or quartet for more intimate events.
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November 11, 2016 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Performance at the MIM in Phoenix |
Our ensemble performs primarily French music (from Aznavour, Dassin, Piaf, Montand, Macias, Kaas, Gainsbourg, Cabrel, Adamo, Vaya Con Dios all the way to Zaz!!). Two of our singers are also fluent in Russian and perform some "Romances" and "Gypsy" songs. And one of our singers is Moroccan/Israeli and sings in Hebrew as well.
Julia Kantor is a singer and actress originally from the Ukraine, but her heart resides in France (the commute is a killer). Having lived and studied in Rennes, she discovered in French music a soul connection that she brings to every performance. She is truly passionate about these songs!
Together with her husband, Jacob, a Russian-born singer/songwriter, she has appeared at clubs and festivals all over Los Angeles. They began singing on their first date and have continued ever since, in French as well as English and Russian. She recently sang on a French children’s album which has been released through Habla Blah Blah.
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