Abysskiss, jazz concert / Francophony month
Thursday 19. March at 18:00 - 19:30
Institut français de Finlande, Helsinki
The "retro futuristic pocket orchestra" Abysskiss arrives from France in March for a 10-concerts tour around Finland. The tour is part of the Francophony month, and the final concert will take place in Helsinki at the French Institute of Finland on 19 March.
Abysskiss is an exciting pocket orchestra: a small ensemble with the sound of a full orchestra. The band combines the baritone guitar, saxophone, vibraphone, vocals, euphonium and flugabone, a rarely heard brass instrument. This miniature orchestra explores the intersection of jazz, chamber music, singing and improvisation, creating a unique style of expression. The band's latest album, Big Dipper, has received wide attention in France and has been included in the lists rising of artists 2025 by Jazz Magazine and by the French Jazz Academy.
Founded by saxophonist Camille Maussion and guitarist Pierre Téreygeol, Abysskiss challenges the rules of jazz. Victor Auffray (euphonium, flugabone, vocals) and Illya Amar (vibraphone) complete the group, which keeps on surprising its listeners with own unique soundscapes. The music of Abysskiss avoids description with skilfulness: everyone can experience it in his/her own way.
From 10 March the tour of Abysskiss takes the band to Savonlinna, Joensuu, Raahe, Rovaniemi, Kajaani, Oulainen, Seinäjoki, and Helsinki, where the tour ends on 19 March. The tour is part of the Francophony month, and it is produced by the agency Vapaat äänet which celebrates 30 years during this Autumn.
Camille Maussion: saxophone, voice, compositions
Pierre Téreygeol: baritone guitar, vooice, compositions
Victor Auffray: euphonium, flugabone, voice
Illya Amar: vibraphone
Thursday 19 March 18:00 – 19:30
Doors open 17:30
Tickets full price 20€
Students, unemployed 10 €
INSTITUT FRANÇAIS DE FINLANDE
Tehtaankatu 27-29D, 00150 Helsinki
The entrance can be found through the archway leading to the inner courtyard. Once on the courtyard, please take the elevator number 4 on the left to the 4th floor.
Tour production: compagnie Saä & Vapaat äänet
Tour support: AJC, CNM, Institut Francais de Finlande, Spedidam
Partner of the concert in Helsinki: Helsinki Jazz ry
Institut français de Finlande • Tehtaankatu 27-29D, 00150 Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland