\u201cAnne Paceo impressed me immensely with her talent, musicality, and dedication to her art form. Her distinct style and unique sound make her one of a kind.\u201d<\/b> \u2013 Charlie Haden<\/p>\n
Anne Paceo is a trailblazing drummer, prolific composer, and bandleader, celebrated for her singular style, instantly recognizable from the first few notes. Her achievements include a nomination as Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres (2021)<\/b>, three Victoires de la Musique (French Grammys)<\/b>, and a rich discography of 7 albums and 3 EPs<\/b>.<\/p>\n
A World of Rhythm and Exploration<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n
Anne\u2019s music embodies breaking barriers\u2014both rhythmic and geographical. She has traveled to more than 40 countries<\/b>, absorbing cultures and sounds to craft a unique sonic palette.<\/p>\n
Her journey began in Daloa, Ivory Coast<\/b>, where, as a child, she was surrounded by percussionists practicing near her family\u2019s home. At age 10<\/b>, she discovered the drums, which became her refuge. By 13<\/b>, after moving to Paris<\/b>, she fell in love with jazz, a genre she saw as a symbol of freedom, connection, and creativity without boundaries.<\/p>\n
Education and Early Success<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n
Anne studied drums, composition, and jazz<\/b> at the Conservatoire National Sup\u00e9rieur de Musique de Paris<\/b> under Dr\u00e9 Pallemaerts<\/b> and Riccardo Del Fra<\/b>, and also attended the American School of Modern Music<\/b>, where she solidified her foundational skills and explored her creative voice. She was chosen to represent the Conservatoire at the International Association for Jazz Education (IAJE)<\/b> in New York and had the honor of performing with the legendary Michel Legrand<\/b>.<\/p>\n
In 2008<\/b>, she released her debut album \u201cTriphase\u201d<\/b>, followed by \u201cEmpreintes\u201d<\/b> in 2010. These trio recordings earned her the Django d\u2019Or \u201cNew Talent\u201d Award (2009)<\/b> and the Victoires du Jazz \u201cRevelation\u201d (2011)<\/b>. Her trio toured globally, performing in Chile, Brazil, Canada, Indonesia, Vietnam<\/b>, and many more.<\/p>\n
Groundbreaking Projects and Global Recognition<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n
\u20222012<\/b>: Released \u201cY\u00f4kai\u201d<\/b>, inspired by Japanese animist culture, showcasing her independence as a composer.<\/p>\n
\u20222016<\/b>: With \u201cCircles\u201d<\/b>, she fused jazz, pop, electronic, and world music, earning her second Victoires du Jazz as Artist of the Year<\/b>. The group performed at iconic festivals like Jazz in Marciac<\/b> and the Winter Jazz Festival<\/b> in New York.<\/p>\n
\u20222016<\/b>: Premiered \u201cFables of Shwedagon\u201d<\/b>, blending traditional Burmese music with European improvisation.<\/p>\n
Her ninth album, \u201cS.H.A.M.A.N.E.S\u201d (2022)<\/b>, was released under her own label Jusqu\u2019\u00e0 La Nuit<\/b>, earning widespread acclaim from Lib\u00e9ration, Le Monde, T\u00e9l\u00e9rama<\/b>, and international platforms.<\/p>\n
Mentorship and Multidisciplinary Creations<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n
Anne is committed to nurturing new talent. She mentors young female jazz instrumentalists through \u201cWIZZ\u201d<\/b>, a project designed to empower women in music. She also explores cross-disciplinary projects, including:<\/p>\n
\u2022\u201cNanouk l\u2019esquimau\u201d<\/b>: A cine-concert featuring her original score.<\/p>\n
\u2022\u201cBreath and Whisper\u201d<\/b>: A collaboration with a 100-person amateur choir.<\/p>\n
\u2022\u201cMelting Three\u201d<\/b>: A blend of jazz and hip-hop with choreographer Mickael Le Mer<\/b>.<\/p>\n
Her song \u201cSunshine\u201d<\/b> was selected by Kurt Elling<\/b> for his tour \u201cApparition Bridge\u201d<\/b>, alongside works by Joe Zawinul, Jan Garbarek<\/b>, and Michel Legrand<\/b>.<\/p>\n
\u201cAnne Paceo impressed me immensely with her talent, musicality, and dedication to her art form. Her distinct style and unique sound make her one of a kind.\u201d<\/b> Charlie Haden<\/i><\/i><\/p>\n
Anne Paceo<\/b> is a trailblazing drummer<\/b>, prolific composer<\/b>, and bandleader<\/b>, celebrated for her singular style<\/b>, instantly recognizable from the first few notes. Her achievements include a nomination as Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres (2021)<\/b>, three Victoires de la Musique (French Grammys)<\/b>, and a rich discography of 7 albums and 3 EPs<\/b>.<\/p>\n
A World of Rhythm and Exploration<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n
Anne\u2019s music embodies breaking barriers<\/b>\u2014both rhythmic and geographical. She has traveled to more than 40 countries<\/b>, absorbing cultures and sounds to craft a unique sonic palette.<\/p>\n
Her journey began in Daloa, Ivory Coast<\/b>, where, as a child, she was surrounded by percussionists practicing near her family\u2019s home. At age 10, she discovered the drums, which became her refuge. By 13<\/b>, after moving to Paris, she fell in love with jazz, a genre she saw as a symbol of freedom, connection, and creativity without boundaries<\/b>.<\/p>\n
Education and Early Success<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n
Anne studied drums, composition, and jazz<\/b> at the Conservatoire National Sup\u00e9rieur de Musique de Paris<\/b> under Dr\u00e9 Pallemaerts<\/b> and Riccardo Del Fra<\/b>, and also attended the American School of Modern Music<\/b>, where she deepened her foundation. She represented the Conservatoire at the IAJE in New York<\/b> and performed alongside the legendary Michel Legrand<\/b>.<\/p>\n
In 2008<\/b>, she released her debut album \u201cTriphase\u201d<\/b>, followed by \u201cEmpreintes\u201d<\/b> in 2010. These trio recordings earned her the Django d\u2019Or \u201cNew Talent\u201d Award<\/b> (2009) and the Victoires du Jazz \u201cRevelation\u201d<\/b> (2011). Her trio toured globally, performing in Chile, Brazil, Canada, Indonesia, Vietnam<\/b>, and many more.<\/p>\n
Groundbreaking Projects and Global Recognition<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n
\u20222012<\/b>: Released \u201cY\u00f4kai\u201d<\/b>, inspired by Japanese animist culture, showcasing her independence as a composer.<\/p>\n
\u20222016<\/b>: With \u201cCircles\u201d<\/b>, she fused jazz, pop, electronic, and world music<\/b>, earning her second Victoires du Jazz as Artist of the Year<\/b>. The group performed at iconic festivals like Jazz in Marciac<\/b> and the Winter Jazz Festival in New York<\/b>.<\/p>\n
\u20222016<\/b>: Premiered \u201cFables of Shwedagon\u201d<\/b>, blending traditional Burmese music with European improvisation.<\/p>\n
Her ninth album, \u201cS.H.A.M.A.N.E.S\u201d<\/b> (2022), was released under her own label Jusqu\u2019\u00e0 La Nuit<\/b>, earning widespread acclaim from Lib\u00e9ration, Le Monde, T\u00e9l\u00e9rama<\/b>, and international platforms.<\/p>\n
Mentorship and Multidisciplinary Creations<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n
Anne is committed to nurturing new talent. She mentors young female jazz instrumentalists through \u201cWIZZ\u201d<\/b>, a project designed to empower women in music. She also explores cross-disciplinary projects, including:<\/p>\n
\u2022\u201cNanouk l\u2019esquimau\u201d<\/b>: A cine-concert featuring her original score.<\/p>\n
\u2022\u201cBreath and Whisper\u201d<\/b>: A collaboration with a 100-person amateur choir.<\/p>\n
\u2022\u201cMelting Three\u201d<\/b>: A blend of jazz and hip-hop with choreographer Mickael Le Mer.<\/p>\n
Her song \u201cSunshine\u201d<\/b> was selected by Kurt Elling<\/b> for his tour \u201cApparition Bridge\u201d<\/b>, alongside works by Joe Zawinul<\/b>, Jan Garbarek<\/b>, and Michel Legrand<\/b>.<\/p>\n\n\n