The Festival Django Reinhardt draws jazz aficionados to the scenic park of the Château de Fontainebleau, Samois-sur-Seine, for several memorable days in late June or early July. The event highlights Gypsy jazz music in particular and is named after Jean Reinhardt, a famous jazz guitarist and composer of Romani-Belgian origin. The artist lived and created his art in the early-to-mid 20th century and is renowned among Europe's earliest and most remarkable jazz talents. The Festival Django Reinhardt is crafted to commemorate his heritage and thus has its sights set on guitars and Gypsies.
In fact, the Festival Django Reinhardt is a nice mix of Gypsy jazz performances and other theme-related leisure activities. Please, visit the official website or Facebook to discover the upcoming lineups, learn more about the program of events on the schedule, and buy tickets. The links are provided in the External Resources below.
A short historical note: The Festival Django Reinhardt was first held in 1968, fifteen years after Jean Reinhardt had passed away (1953). Just to eliminate any confusion, Django is his Romani nickname. Reinhardt spent his final years and died in Fontainebleau. Back to the festival, it was initially a single-evening occasion. Still, in 1983 the affair transformed into an annual celebration, dedicated specifically to the artist and the music he used to play.
The last word to be said refers to your comfortable stay in Fontainebleau. According to Google Maps, the town lies about 44 miles (70 km) southeast of Downtown Paris. So, around the capital city, you've got plenty of lodging options for every taste. Check out the accommodations map, featuring the hotels nearby.
