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La Java bleue
Valse musette emblematic of French chanson
Composed by Vincent Scotto with lyrics by Géo Koger and Noël Renard, La Java bleue is an essential work in the French realist repertoire. First performed by Fréhel in 1939, it is in the musical tradition of the bals populaires, combining haunting melody and melancholy lyrics.
Although reminiscent of java, its rhythm is that of a musette waltz, offering timeless elegance and gentleness. Its poignant final verse underscores the ephemerality of promises and oaths, giving it a remarkable emotional depth.
Over the decades, this song has been revisited by numerous artists such as Patrick Bruel, Georgette Plana and Les Garçons Bouchers, testifying to its indelible musical heritage.
A work to be discovered and rediscovered, carried by the soul of the Paris of yesteryear.
Valse musette emblematic of French chanson
Composed by Vincent Scotto with lyrics by Géo Koger and Noël Renard, La Java bleue is an essential work in the French realist repertoire. First performed by Fréhel in 1939, it is in the musical tradition of the bals populaires, combining haunting melody and melancholy lyrics.
Although reminiscent of java, its rhythm is that of a musette waltz, offering timeless elegance and gentleness. Its poignant final verse underscores the ephemerality of promises and oaths, giving it a remarkable emotional depth.
Over the decades, this song has been revisited by numerous artists such as Patrick Bruel, Georgette Plana and Les Garçons Bouchers, testifying to its indelible musical heritage.
A work to be discovered and rediscovered, carried by the soul of the Paris of yesteryear.
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philippec
07/05/2025
That's a lovely presentation, thank you!
