Music
Here in Cotignac, local figures are keen to share their love of Provence with you. Lou Calen opens the doors to a sensory journey where nature and tradition intertwine at every turn. As the seasons go by, carefully orchestrated workshops and events bring together artists, craftspeople, well-being specialists and history buffs. With them, you’ll experience moments of sharing and escape, where traditional gestures and forgotten skills are revealed to make every stay an unforgettable Provençal immersion.
Upcoming workshops & events
Wednesday 20 August
On guitar, bombo, flute and vocal harmonies, these three musicians bring to life the peñas — lively dance gatherings from north-west Argentina. They celebrate Argentine folk music by blending collective energy, live performance and an introduction to traditional dances.
Wednesday 27 August
In Djégo’s imaginary West, two worlds collide: blues and machines. This duo crafts a hybrid sound, somewhere between the hypnotic electronica of Nicolas Jaar and the psychedelic guitars of The Doors, creating a sonic landscape that is raw, sensitive, and dreamlike.
Friday 29 August
Salsa class with Liliam Lloret de Mola Quintana live from Havana (7:30–9 pm), followed by a live concert by Okilonko (9–11 pm) and Cuban-flavoured sandwiches. A third caliente edition to dance, savour, and fully immerse yourself in the vibrant rhythms of Cuba.
Location:
Schedule :
From 7:30 pm
Price:
Concert : 6€ / Salsa class + concert : 15€
Booking:
Recommended
Wednesday 3 September
This Marseille-based band unleashes the infectious rhythms of cumbia, salsa and merengue. Their explosive blend of percussion, keyboards, bass and vocals brings a wild energy to their Afro–Latin American repertoire, sweeping the audience into a colourful fiesta.
Wednesday 10 September
For over 20 years, Fafa Carioca has taken the Provence scene on a musical journey from the Brazilian north to its stunning south. Fafa's warm vocals explore bossa, samba, baião, blending covers and original compositions with a generous and moving musical interpretation.
From 12 Sep. To 14 Sep.
When the summer heat eases and September’s mild light caresses the Provençal landscape, it’s time for classical music to resonate through Cotignac. Four winners of the Fanny Mendelssohn Förderpreis will take you on a delightful journey with their four unique concerts.
Wednesday 17 September
The Space Cowboys passionately revisit the great funk-rock classics of recent decades, from Prince to Bruno Mars, with stops at Jackson, Madonna, and many more. A guitar-vocals and percussion-synth duo delivering a festive musical journey that makes you want to dance.
Past workshops & events
Wednesday 13 August
Poetry drifts through a lounge-like atmosphere, brought to life by Pia Leroy (piano, vocals) and Steph du Batt (bass, vocals). Together, they gently reimagine the musical worlds of Lana Del Rey, Nick Cave, PJ Harvey, Chris Isaak, Sinéad O’Connor, Pink Floyd, Sade, and many more.
Wednesday 6 August
Lloba aka DJ Cam masterfully blends techno, house and mainstream sounds. This time, she’s going for an eclectic house vibe, remixing timeless classics and weaving in rock, pop, afro, latino and disco… something for all tastes and all generations.
Thursday 31 July
As every year, Cotignac Village du Rock kicks off at La TUF. The band Five and The Red One promises an electrifying evening to the rhythm of guitars, before the big event on Saturday, August 2nd on Cours Gambetta.
Wednesday 30 July
A young singer-songwriter from the south of France, Lucas Cassia explores pop, rock, and folk in a delicious blend with Anglo-Saxon accents. Inspired by Elvis, Cohen and Sting, he hits the TUF with his unique style and vibrant energy - promising a great evening for everyone!
Wednesday 23 July
Born to a Brazilian mother and a jazz musician father, Andrea Caparros draws on her colourful parental influences to shape her world. With Émile Melenchon on guitar, the duo reinvents Brazilian popular music, tinged with French singsong and musical peculiarities from around the world.
Thursday 17 July
Okilonko Duo transports us to Cuba for an evening. With César de Santiago on vocals and guitar, and Jean Nanito Namias on percussion, the bolero and chachacha come to life and create a suave, vibrant atmosphere... like a whispered promise of warm Havana nights.
Wednesday 2 July
DJ, musician, and programmer for FIP and Radio Grenouille, Milena is known for rocking Marseille with her Bal Tropical. Cumbia, calypso, Afro funk, rumba, and Thai disco: a whirlwind of solar rhythms to set the La TUF dance floor ablaze! Let's dance until we can't!
Wednesday 25 June
Clanrox is a musical family from the Var region united by their passion for music: Pascal on guitar and vocals, Nathalie, a singer and actress, and their daughter Victoria, a remarkably soulful singer. Together, they blend pop, rock, and groove by bringing a vibrant universe to life.
Wednesday 18 June
Open-air concert at La TUF with Mattias, a singer-songwriter from the Draguignan area! Join him to revisit an international musc repertoire with his signature groovy style, blending energy, emotion, and music. Enjoy his unique voice... and his usual trademark hat!
