Jani Kovačič - Georges Brassens Projekt

Line-up: Jani Kovačič, vocals, guitar; Aljaž Bassin, guitar; Nikola Matošić, double bass; Ana Mezgec, violin 
Lyrics translated and arranged by: Dušanka Zabukovec & Jani Kovačič


Georges Brassens (1921–1981) was one of the most-celebrated French chansonniers of the 20th century. He wrote some extremely controversial, yet poetic songs, standing up for humanity and human flaws, as well as the power of generosity. He was a staunch anarchist, and many of his songs still carry a lot of relevance. While known for accompanying himself with his acoustic guitar, Brassens was often accompanied by his friend, bassist Pierre Nicolas, and occasionally by another guitarist. Several books and biographies, as well as films have been dedicated to Georges Brassens. Despite his international acclaim and the popularity of chanson in Slovenia, he is little known here. Still, two of his songs have been performed by local artists: La Mauvaise Herbe (Bad Reputation) by Jure Ivanušič and Il n'y a pas d'amour heureux by Vita Mavrič (There Is No Happy Love – lyrics by Louis Aragon, music by Brassens). The opening event of this new series, featuring Jani Kovačič and his band, is thus dedicated to the poetry and music of Georges Brassens.

Cankarjev dom’s new music and literature series taking place in the Alma Karlin Hall focuses on an interlacement of music and narration flowing seamlessly into one another in the search for meaning, rhythm, and emotion. The series opens up space for an intimate yet engaging experience, where poetry, narrative, and music come together in an insightful reflection on our times.

*When purchasing tickets for all five concerts of the Notopisi series, you are entitled to a 20% discount.