Jean-Luc Cappozzo

Jean-Luc Cappozzo (born 1954 in Belfort) is a French trumpeter and improviser whose work spans free jazz, improvised music, contemporary music and traditional forms. His career developed through orchestral work, teaching and extensive collaborations across the European improvising scene.

He has performed in settings ranging from the Globe Unity Orchestra to small groups and duos, working with musicians including Joëlle Léandre, Paul Lovens, Axel Dörner and many others. His playing is known for combining a broad trumpet sound with open-form improvisation.