Basel-based French saxophonist and composer Charley Rose is a free-thinking artist whose musical universe defies genre. A true product of jazz, classical, and modern music, his unique sound is rooted in a diverse heritage stretching from Bordeaux to Paris, and Switzerland.

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Rose’s compass was set early by the music of his mother, the visual art and geology passion of his father, the button accordion of his grandfather, and the foundational jazz of John Coltrane and Lee Konitz. Drawn to the saxophone at age six, he committed to a professional career by fifteen, establishing a destiny driven by curiosity.

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Today, Charley Rose channels this rich background into a signature style that operates without borders. With The Charley Rose Trio, featuring Enzo Carniel on piano and Ariel Tessier on drums, he embarks on a continuous sonic odyssey in avant-jazz form.

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The trio functions as a collective of sound painters, generating surprising sonic patterns that blend lunar grooves, mutant textures, and Dadaist inspiration. They embody the ethos of playing what they "don't know yet," fostering a compelling dialogue between chaos and beauty that immediately sparks curiosity and imagination.

 

The trio’s innovative approach has earned significant recognition, including the prestigious Jazz Migration #7 Award  in France. Following the release of their debut album, "Charley Rose Trio" (Déluge, 2021), they cemented their reputation with the critically acclaimed "Dada Pulp" (Menace, 2023), touring successfully across France and Europe.

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Summer 2026 will see them around Canada.