I’M NOT DONE COOKING

“I find Lara Humbert a truly tasteful and skilled composer, whose compositions make my imagination go in all directions. The musicians perform those challenging compositions seamlessly and improvise in the same spirit.” - Programmator Adia Tijdens a retreat in the vast Canadian wilderness, the French pianist and composer Lara Humbert found the inspiration for I’m Not Done Cooking. Her impressive octet feels like a small, close-knit community on stage. Eight virtuoso, distinct personalities build an enchanting musical multiverse together that is constantly changing color. On their recent debut album Tome 1: Beauty and the Queen, they immerse you in a sound bath that cannot be pinned down. Live, the octet opens a door to a cinematic world: sometimes whispering and tender, then unexpectedly raw. Expect a playful, hypnotic mix of surprising pop influences, classical lines, and a healthy dose of experimental jazz. An immersive experience that sends your imagination in all directions and lets you effortlessly sink into the music as a listener. More info about our jazz club Nova Express can be found here. Piano, compositions, arrangements: Lara Humbert • tenor saxophone: Alejandra Borzyk • flute: Lúcia Pires • violin: Amèle Metlini • trombone: Adrien Lambinet • electric bass: Matteo Mazz • electric guitar: Raphaël Desmarets • drums, vibraphone: Gaspard Sicx