Upcoming Events (36)
Romanens/Calpini – VDF #28
Cancelled: Two acts, Romanens and Calpini, would have lit up the Centre des Musiques Actuelles in Lausanne for VDF #28, a vibrant festival night blending contemporary sounds in an intimate venue.
Arsène | Marius
Free evening at CMA Genève as Arsène & Marius present their personal music projects on the Chaudron stage, guided by external experts, as part of a pre-professional showcase; Bar Fano’s Pub opens Monday.
ROCK ON STAGE CLASSIC | André Schmid
Rock On Stage Classic featuring André Schmid at Centre des Musiques Actuelles – Le Chaudron. A high-energy evening of classic rock in Lausanne's intimate concert venue, blending powerhouse riffs with charismatic performances.
Classic | André Schmid
Geneva rock night at Centre des Musiques Actuelles eMa features Totojam, a Toto tribute, opening for Electric Paradise with explosive live energy, blistering riffs, and a crowd-sharing, party-ready atmosphere.
Jazz Night HEMU
Jazz Night HEMU at Centre des Musiques Actuelles – Le Chaudron in Lausanne offers an intimate live jazz evening with improvisation and groove, showcasing HEMU musicians alongside the local scene in a warmly lit club setting.
HEMU Jazz Standards Revisited
Experience HEMU Jazz Standards Revisited at Centre des Musiques Actuelles (eMa) as Jean-François Baud leads a patrimony-inspired jazz program, featuring Raphaël Descotes, Tom Martel, Thomas Jadaud, Ethan Borlet, and Solal Laval for an intimate, professional live jazz evening.
OPEN MIC CHANSON FRANCAISE | Nicolas Hafner
Open mic night of French chanson at Centre des Musiques Actuelles Le Chaudron, headlined by Nicolas Hafner, inviting local singer-songwriters for a warm, francophone evening of intimate live performances.
CHANSON FRANCAISE | Nicolas Hafner
Experience an intimate Chanson Française open-mic night at Centre des Musiques Actuelles — eMa in Geneva with Nicolas Hafner. Singers of all levels can perform or enjoy a diverse French lyric evening, backed by eMa musicians or their own band; bar at Fano’s Pub.
Deep Purple
Two-part jazz-groove concert at the Centre des Musiques Actuelles in Geneva: a trio-opening set, then a four-piece encore with Shems Bendali, blending original tunes with nods to Deep Purple and Pink Floyd for a sultry, high-energy night.
Timouk et Croches Pattes: Spectacles musicaux en famille
Two family-friendly musical performances by Timouk et Croches Pattes at the CMA Auditorium Ansermet, offering a lively, kid-centered afternoon of live music in a warm, intimate venue that welcomes parents and children alike.
Portes ouvertes Ondine Genevoise
Open house at Centre des Musiques Actuelles in Geneva: explore the music school, meet instructors, watch instrument demonstrations, and ask questions about programs during the school’s open day.
SOIREE PREPRO : Alexis, Léa & Matilde
An intimate evening at Centre des Musiques Actuelles Le Chaudron, featuring Alexis, Léa & Matilde in a singer-songwriter lineup. A casual, social preparty with warm acoustic tunes and heartfelt French lyrics, performed in a cozy, club-like setting that invites connection.
Alexis | Léa | Matilde
Live student showcase at Centre des Musiques Actuelles in Geneva as Alexis, Léa & Matilde present personal projects on the Chaudron stage, guided by Stan Breynaert and an external expert; Bar Fano’s Pub opens, delivering a focused, professional evening of contemporary music in a
Groove Party | Leon Phal
Jazz Night Groove Party at Centre des Musiques Actuelles in Geneva features saxophonist Léon Phal delivering a groove-driven set blending dub and French touch, followed by a jam session; a vibrant evening for groove lovers and dancers alike.
Round About Hip Hop
Round About Hip Hop returns to Geneva's Centre des Musiques Actuelles — eMa for a live hip-hop night with four musicians, featuring rap, beatbox, live instruments, and breakdance in an open freestyle session.
The Jazz Room in Genève
Experience The Jazz Room at Centre des Musiques Actuelles in Genève — a stylish jazz night blending classics with spontaneous improvisation. A time-travel journey to the roots of this revolutionary genre, in an urban-bar setting reminiscent of 1920s New Orleans.
Riviera Jazz Connection - Traditionnel
Riviera Jazz Connection revisits Bechet and Armstrong standards at Centre des Musiques Actuelles in Geneva, with student pricing and reservations by email or phone for an intimate, swinging jazz evening.
Stage et concert : Composer une chanson
An immersive stage and songwriting workshop at Centre des Musiques Actuelles – Le Chaudron. Participants explore crafting a song from idea to performance, with hands-on guidance and a short live showcase, blending creative learning with a vibrant concert atmosphere.
Oliver | Paul | Roman
Free evening at CMA Genève's Chaudron stage where Oliver, Paul & Roman present their personal music projects as part of a pre-professional student showcase, guided by external mentors and performed in the intimate CMA venue.
Ableton Live sur scène
A practical, musical session on integrating Ableton Live for live performances, covering a reliable on-stage setup, gear (computer, audio interface, splitter, in-ears, mixer), and live Ableton integration techniques.
Alenko
Alenko delivers a high-energy electronic-pop concert at Centre des Musiques Actuelles — eMa in Geneva. A globe-trotting francophone songwriter with seven albums, he fronts a tight trio (voice, beatbox, guitar), blending urban electro-pop grooves with sharp French lyrics and infec
Martin | Paloma-Lou | Victor
A student showcase on the Chaudron stage at Centre des Musiques Actuelles (eMa) in Geneva, coordinated by Stan Breynaert, where Martin, Paloma-Lou, and Victor present their personal music projects under the gaze of external expert Céline Frey.
Pop Rock Unplugged | Eric Bisoffi
Open-Mic Unplugged returns with intimate acoustic takes on favorite songs in the MTV Unplugged spirit. Join Eric Bisoffi and guest musicians at Centre des Musiques Actuelles in Geneva for a spring evening of warm, unplugged performances and friendly vibes.
L'Odyssée Frank Martin
20th-century program featuring Stravinsky miniatures and Frank Martin concertos, performed by Orchestre Frank Martin under Thierry Fischer, with pianist Ellie Jasmine Bauwens, at Centre des Musiques Actuelles in Geneva—a vibrant evening of modern masterworks blending play, expres
FEMMENCO JAZZ – MÉLODIE GIMARD 4TET & KAREN LUGO
All-female cross-disciplinary jazz–flamenco show at Centre des Musiques Actuelles in Geneva, pairing Mélodie Gimard’s 4TET with dancer Karen Lugo, blending flamenco, jazz and contemporary creation into a powerful, energy-filled evening.
Flamenconomada
Two Flamenco Nomada shows in a single evening at Auditorium Ansermet, blending passionate flamenco with live painting by José Maldonado as La Galería and La Tradición Flamenca celebrate heritage and the women of flamenco, honoring Carmen Amaya.
Gabriel, Yliann & Yohann: Student Project Showcase
An evening of contemporary student music at Centre des Musiques Actuelles eMa in Geneva, on April 27, 2026 at 8:00 PM, featuring Gabriel, Yliann and Yohann presenting their personal projects on the Chaudron stage under external mentors; Bar Fano’s Pub opens for the night.
Rodopi
Rodopi delivers a two-part concert blending Thracean music and dances from Bulgaria, Greece, and Turkey at Centre des Musiques Actuelles in Geneva, with intermission and discounted tickets for students, job-seekers, and cardholders.
Benjamin | Gianluca | Lou
Three pre-professional music students—Benjamin, Gianluca and Lou—present their personal projects on CMA Geneva's Chaudron stage, under the guidance of external experts in a public recital at Centre des Musiques Actuelles.
Léon | Noé | Paul
Free evening recital at CMA's Chaudron stage in Geneva: Léon, Noé & Paul present their personal projects before external mentors, on 11 May 2026 at 8:00 PM. A formal, intimate student showcase by Centre des Musiques Actuelles (eMa).
HEAVY | Christophe Godin
Free rock night at Centre des Musiques Actuelles (eMa) in Geneva. HEAVY, led by guitarist Christophe Godin, invites musicians of all levels to jam on stage with a team of pros; sign-up by email.
LATINA | Edwin Sanz
La Jazz Night Latina featuring percussionist Edwin Sanz at Centre des Musiques Actuelles eMa in Geneva. A Latin jazz concert with invited musicians, followed by an open jam for players of all levels and backgrounds.
Esteban | Keysha | Violette
On 18 May 2026 at 20:00, Centre des Musiques Actuelles—eMa hosts a student showcase on the Chaudron stage: Esteban, Keysha and Violette present personal projects under Stan Breynaert’s coordination with an external expert; Bar Fano’s Pub opens for the evening.
HEMU: All That Jazz directed by Jean-François Baud
HEMU presents All That Jazz at Centre des Musiques Actuelles — eMa. A stylish jazz night directed by Jean-François Baud, featuring Marilou Nicaty (vocals), Antonio Viccaro McPherson (vibraphone), Oleksandr Vorobiov (alto sax), Oscar Troillet (guitar), Naziha Acheg (bass), Paul-He
Auditions d’élèves
Students audition on drums, bass, keys and guitar at Centre des Musiques Actuelles — eMa in Geneva, under the tutelage of Maxence Sibille, Ivan Rougny, Matthieu Llodra, Eric Bisoffi and Erwan Valazza, with a post-audition verre at Bar Fano’s Pub.
Concerts PMP
Students from the standardized+ program present their Personal Musical Projects on the Chaudron stage at Centre des Musiques Actuelles eMa in Geneva, performing 15-minute solo, duo, or group sets that span singing, piano, guitar and drums in a lively tremplin-style concert.