Robinson Khoury
Biography Robinson Khoury
Robinson Khoury
is a versatile trombonist and composer who has emerged as one of the most distinctive voices of his generation in contemporary jazz. First gaining recognition alongside Ibrahim Maalouf and Natacha Atlas, he contributed to the success of the group SARAB and drew critical attention early in his career. His album Broken Lines received a special mention from the Académie Charles Cros, affirming his place among a new wave of forward-thinking artists..
Khoury has performed as a soloist with the Metropole Orkest and appeared with the Quincy Jones Orchestra, while also collaborating with renowned musicians such as Lew Soloff and Mark Turner. His playing is marked by a rare combination of technical precision, expressive depth, and a constant search for new sonic territories.
With his project MŸA, Khoury explores the organic origins of sound and life, blending ancient rhythmic structures and modal influences from Middle Eastern traditions with electroacoustic textures shaped through modular synthesis. Rooted in jazz yet reaching beyond its boundaries, the music unfolds through collective, wordless vocal expression, creating immersive and timeless soundscapes.
In March 2025, Robinson Khoury was awarded the Prix Django Reinhardt, France’s most prestigious honor for a jazz musician. He has also been nominated for the Victoires du Jazz Awards 2025 in the category “Best Concert of the Year,” further highlighting his growing international recognition.
