Frédéric Bobin in concert in Lyon: an evening celebrating French chanson, folk music and togetherness at the Alliance Française de Lyon on November 19 at 8:30 p.m. Accompanied by electric guitarist Clément Soto, the singer-songwriter offers a warm, elegant and generous performance, blending humanist songs, groovy rhythms and delicate guitar arpeggios.
Frédéric Bobin, a distinctive voice in French chanson
For around twenty years, Frédéric Bobin has been touring France and many countries around the world, from Switzerland to Canada, as well as Germany, Belgium, Poland, Lithuania and Senegal. His musical universe is rooted in elegant folk chanson, often infused with social awareness.
His songs draw inspiration from major figures of French chanson and folk music, including Alain Souchon and Bernard Lavilliers, as well as Bob Dylan and Bruce Springsteen.
Throughout his career, Frédéric Bobin has also shared the stage with numerous acclaimed artists, including CharlÉlie Couture, Sanseverino, Clarika, Alexis HK, Volo, Alex Beaupain, Carmen Maria Vega, Leprest and Loïc Lantoine. He has performed at iconic Parisian venues such as La Cigale, Le Trianon and the Olympia, where he was notably invited to perform by Gauvain Sers.
Une chanson française humaniste à découvrir à Lyon
Beyond the music itself, Frédéric Bobin’s concerts are also spaces for connection and sharing. This human dimension runs throughout his work and his collaborations with other artists, including Michèle Bernard and Kent.
The press regularly highlights this quality of presence. Michèle Bernard describes him as having “a gentle, friendly presence” combined with an inner energy, while Francofans presents Frédéric Bobin as a major figure on the French chanson scene in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Hexagone, meanwhile, highlights his “rare and majestic simplicity.”
Frédéric Bobin at the Alliance Française de Lyon: an evening not to be missed
Fans of French chanson, folk and live music will have the opportunity to discover or rediscover Frédéric Bobin’s musical universe at the Alliance Française de Lyon, in a performance centered on voice, guitars and emotion.
From humanist lyrics and vibrant stage energy to more intimate moments, Frédéric Bobin and Clément Soto promise a nuanced concert, true to the spirit of an artist who places human connection at the heart of his journey.
Frédéric Bobin in concert at the Alliance Française de Lyon
📍 Alliance Française de Lyon
🎤 Frédéric Bobin Concert
🎸 Clément Soto : Electric guitar
📅 Date: November 19, 2026
🕐 Time: 8:30 p.m.
🎟️ Admission / Tickets: Free
