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From November 14 to 23, 2025,th Éclats d’Émail Jazz Festival Edition returns for its 20th edition to warm up theautumn limougeaud. For several years now, this festival has established itself as an unmissable musical event in Limoges and in the national landscape. So, get ready to vibrate to the rhythm of jazz!
Limoges and jazz: a deep-rooted history
No, jazz didn't just arrive in Limoges a few years ago. Its history here goes back much further, to the early days of the 20th century.
From the First World War, the city discovered jazz under the influence of the American soldiers present between 1917 and 1919Their culture fascinates: we then adopt the basketball, African-American dances…and of course, that rhythmic and vibrant music that is Jazz.
But this first encounter was only the beginning of a great story. Limoges quickly became a true artistic crossroads. Renowned figures graced its stages: Josephine Baker, Fred Adison, Ray Ventura and AlibertThe musical excitement is gaining ground, even inspiring an emblematic local figure: Jean-Marie Masse. With his friend Roger Blanc, he discovered jazz at a very young age. At the Liberation, they founded the Hot Clubs of Limoges, who will program up to four concerts per year. Thanks to them, Limoges is gradually asserting its jazzy identity.
Today, this rich legacy continues. The fund Paulette – Jean-Marie Masse, bequeathed to the City of Limoges, brings together nearly 20 000 parts carefully preserved and restored to BFM since 2016. Part of this collection can also be viewed online. And jazz, in Limoges, still resonates... even in the architecture inspired by this universe and in the Enamel Shards Festival, which perpetuates each year this unique link between the city and this swinging music.
The Éclats d'Émail Jazz Festival Edition
Much more than just a festival, Éclats d'Émail is a real immersion in the world of jazz, carried by a city and a passionate history.
For 20 years, Limoges, jazz capital of New Aquitaine, invites the public to experience unique and warm cultural moments, through a rich programming mixing internationally renowned artists and emerging talents.
Each edition is unique, designed as a meeting between emotion, sharing and musical creation.
Under the artistic direction of Jean-Michel Leygonie, the festival weaves, year after year, a strong link between a living musical genre and a vibrant city, to the rhythm of unforgettable concerts.
The Éclats d’Émail Jazz Edition festival returns to Limoges for 11 days of exceptional concerts for an anniversary edition! Recognized for its diverse program, the festival highlights nationally and internationally renowned artists as well as emerging talents from the jazz scene. The event attracts a regional public coming to meet the artists in the magical places (opera, Francophone Multimedia Libraries (BFM), theaters, Limoges cultural center) making this booming festival unique.
The 2025 program in brief, day by day
Friday, November 14
- 20h30: Justina Lee Brown – Grand Théâtre de Limoges (another name for the Limoges Opera)
Saturday, November 15
- 14:30 p.m.: Artist to be revealed soon – EHPAD Marcel Faure
- 15h00: Musical Nap “Jazz Singers” – BFM of Aurence
- 17h00: Christine Salem “Renyon” – House of Arts and Dance – Jean Moulin
- 20h00: Ben L'Oncle Soul – Grand Theatre of Limoges
- 22:00 p.m.: Artist to be revealed soon – Bar Les Limogés
Sunday, November 16
- 14h30: Ludivine Issambourg “Above the Laws” – CDN Union Theater
- 17h00: DK Harrell Blues Band – Grand Theatre of Limoges
Monday November 17
- 11h30-13h45: Destination Jazz – Limoges Intercommunal Tourist Office
- 20h00: C-LY – Jean Gagnant Municipal Cultural Center
Tuesday, November 18
- 11h30-13h45: Destination Jazz – Limoges Intercommunal Tourist Office
- 18h00: Baptiste Herbin Trio “Django” – Jules Noriac Space
- 20h00: Duo Jatekok “Crazy Quilt“- Grand Theatre of Limoges
Wednesday, November 19
- 11h30-13h45: Destination Jazz – Limoges Intercommunal Tourist Office
- 14h30: Nicolas Girardi Trio – Regional Council | Limoges Site
- 15h00: Broadcast of the film “Amazing Grace” – Laurence’s BFM
- 16h30: Stablemates – Regional Council | Limoges Site
- 18h00: Baptiste Herbin Trio “Django!” – Jules Noriac Space
- 20h00: Kenny Barron Trio – Grand Theatre of Limoges
Jeudi 20 November
- 11h30-13h45: Destination Jazz – Limoges Intercommunal Tourist Office
- 20h00: Tigran Hamasyan Quartet – Grand Theatre of Limoges
- 22h30: Giorgi Mikadze Trio “Face to face” – Building 25
Friday, November 21
- 11h30-13h45: Destination Jazz – Limoges Intercommunal Tourist Office
- 18h00: Silvia Ribeiro Ferreira & Bruno Liance – BFM of L'Aurence
- 18h30: New Octopus 87 – Auditorium of the CRR of Limoges
- 20h00: Renaud Garcia Fons “Blue Maqam” – Grand Theatre of Limoges
- 22h30: Giorgi Mikadze Trio “Face to face” – Building 25
Saturday, November 22
- 9h30: Oscar Teruel Trio – BFM Centrale
- 11h30-13h45: Destination Jazz – Limoges Intercommunal Tourist Office
- 14h00: Dust Acoustic – BFM de la Bastide
- 16:00 p.m.: Artist to be revealed soon – BFM de Beaubreuil
- 17h00: Pierrick Pedron “The Shape of Jazz to Come” – House of Arts and Dance – Jean Moulin
- 20h00: Faada Freddy – Grand Theatre of Limoges
- 22:00 p.m.: Artist to be revealed soon – Les Limogés
Sunday, November 23
- 11h00: New Octopus 87 – Foyer of the Grand Theatre
- 14h30: Lea Maria Fries – CDN Union Theater
- 17h00: Christie Dashiell “Journey in Black” – Grand Theatre of Limoges
A look back at previous editions
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Enamel Shards Festival?
The Éclats d'Émail Jazz Edition festival features 11 days of concerts in Limoges, featuring big names in jazz and emerging talent. It brings the city to life in iconic venues like the opera house, theaters, and BFM radio, attracting curious and passionate audiences from across the region.
When and where does the 2025 Éclats d'Émail Festival take place?
For the 2025 edition, the festival will be held from 14th and the 23th of November. He will invest several performance halls et bars in Limoges.
Is there a fee for the Éclats d'Émail Festival?
To access the various concerts, it is necessary to purchase a ticket in advance, either online or directly from the ticket offices of the festival's partner venues.
Each concert is associated with a price list, which can be viewed directly on the festival's official website.
Finally, to benefit from even more advantageous rates, you can opt for a FESTIVAL PASS giving access to 4, 6 or 8 concerts.
Can we eat on site during the Éclats d'Émail festival?
As the Éclats d'Émail festival does not take place in a single location, no on-site catering is planned.
However, many restaurants located near the various performance halls will be open and happy to welcome you.
Where can I find accommodation during the festival?
During the Urbaka Festival, many accommodation options are available in and around Limoges, ranging from hotels to B&Bs and lodges.
For more information and recommendations on accommodation, do not hesitate to consult our website “where to sleep” section or contact the Limoges Métropole tourist office.
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