STEPHANE WREMBEL
Barbès376 9th St, New York 11215
Stéphane Wrembel is billed at Barbès on December 6. The available information does not confirm whether he will appear solo or with a band, nor does it specify a set theme, guests, release, tribute, or other program details for this date. His Barbès appearances have been described as drawing from his own compositions and music by Django Reinhardt.
Born in Paris and raised in Fontainebleau, Wrembel is a French-born, New York-area-based guitarist and composer known both for “Bistro Fada,” the theme from Midnight in Paris, and for his interpretations of Django Reinhardt. His work draws on manouche jazz alongside jazz, blues, classical, swing, flamenco, and rock. He has collaborated with David Grisman and Raul Midón, recorded Triptych with pianist Jean-Michel Pilc, and shared stages with artists including Elvis Costello, Patti Smith, John Scofield, Stochelo Rosenberg, and Sam Bush. The New York Times called his playing “rich and colorful,” with solos “long, fast, intense and full of charisma.”
Barbès offers a compact, warmly worn space where the music feels immediate and close, with a long wooden bar and a back room under a scarlet ceiling that hosts nightly performances. The venue champions a broad spectrum of global sounds, from Balkan brass and klezmer to Afrobeat and experimental jazz, often featuring residencies like the Slavic Soul Party. The audience gathers around small tables or at the bar, sharing drinks crafted with a nod to French spirits, while the music invites attentive listening rather than loud conversation. Shows usually have a suggested donation instead of a cover charge, creating a welcoming environment where the focus is on the artists. The venue’s commitment to accessibility and its role in Brooklyn’s cultural fabric make it a distinctive spot for an evening of richly diverse live music.