The Rose Orchestra team
Gérard Rose, the golden voice
Since his childhood in Mauritius, Gérard Rose has been immersed in a vibrant musical universe.
It was at the age of 30, encouraged by a musician friend captivated by the depth of his voice, that he embraced his passion for singing. Inspired by soul legends Georges Benson, Al Jarreau, Stevie Wonder, Lionel Ritchie, he joined his friend’s group.
Later, he was contacted by the largest hotels in Mauritius and the Indian Ocean: Reunion and Madagascar. For several years, he also became the essential voice of Constance Luméria, a luxury 5* hotel in the Seychelles.
With his Baritone voice, he has the privilege of exercising his artistic talent in countries such as Singapore, Malaysia, Zanzibar and Kenya. As an international singer, he is also invited to Mauritian television.
In 2013, Gérard moved to France and nurtured a long-held ambitious dream: to pay tribute to his idol Barry White. Driven by an intact passion for the music of the master of soul, he created the Barry White Tribute Paris where he revisits the maestro’s greatest hits.
After years of fruitful collaboration, the group decided to take different artistic paths, thus marking the end of a chapter but the beginning of a new adventure. It was at this precise moment that Gérard met Christophe Violland (conductor, accomplished musician, pianist, arranger, composer) and explained to him his project to continue the Barry White Tribute Paris adventure. Together, they decide to breathe new life into the project.
Rhythm section
Julio Rakoto, electric bass
Bassist from Madagascar who mainly plays world music.
Some past experiences: Susheela Raman, Ray Lema, Tambours de Brazza…
Laurent Locuratolo, drum set
Drummer, he had the opportunity to accompany many internationally renowned artists, such as Jesse Garon, Laam, Bonnie Tyler, Garou, Francis Lalanne, Jacques Villeneuve, Martin Solveig, Jeanne Mas, Philippe Lavil, and many others.
His versatility is also expressed through his participation in different groups and orchestras, such as Dov Amiel, Paris groove t’1, Night orchestra, Charly Abela, Satanas, Cirque Bouglione, and the Casino de Forges-les-Eaux where he has resided since 1996.
Stéphane Lambotte, percussion
Has performed with the Gipsy Kings, in musicals at Mogador and currently at the Moulin Rouge, also played salsa and big band for many years.
Yann Lambotte, guitar
1st prize in guitar from the CNR of Saint-Maur, conservatory teacher, rock, jazz, funk guitarist, variety of several formations. Guitarist of Clarika (Grand Prix Charles Cros), Vincent Baguian (author of “Mozart, the rock opera), bassist with the Gipsy Kings during events, concerts with Khaled, Patrick Bruel, Dany Brillant, La grande Sophie, Zazie, Calogero, Johnny Hallyday, Manu Katché, William Baldé, Henri Salvador Musicals: G in B, Rabbi Jacob, Symphony Orchestra: Mass by Leonard Bernstein, symphonic James Bond.
Brass section
Eric Mula, trumpeter
Trumpet player, studio and stage musician, composer and arranger, entered the conservatory at 11 and moved to Paris at 18 where he began an exceptional career, collaborating with many national and international stars such as Ray Charles, Manu Dibango, Iggy Pop, Lol & the group (Nulle Part Ailleurs for 9 years), Deep Purple, soloist at the Césars for the tribute to Fellini, Jimmy Cliff, Phil Collins, Tom Jones, Tournée des Vieilles Canailles, The Voice, Don’t forget the lyrics and Dirty Dancing (musical) among others…
Franck Guicherd, trumpeter
Trumpet player and versatile musician, currently director of the Vésinet conservatory. Trumpeter of “N’oubliez pas les paroles” (French TV) from 2015 to 2017, musicals: Broadway Musical Company (Japan), an American in Paris, 42nd street, Spamalot. Artists: Laurent Gerra, Lio, Michel Leeb…
Marc Roger, trombonist
Trombonist and music teacher benefits from comprehensive training at a prestigious conservatory. Since 1991, he has taught in different conservatories and excels in various musical styles such as jazz, pop, salsa, world music and classical music. He had the opportunity to collaborate with renowned artists in these different genres: Maurane, Garou, Johnny Hallyday, Rhoda Scott, as well as to participate in television shows and various recordings (film music, advertising, artists, album).
Samuel Maingaud, saxophonist
Multi instrumentalist – Saxophone, Duduk, EWI…Obtained his certificate at the CNSMDP and won five first prizes in international competitions. His taste for eclecticism led him to discover and practice very varied styles of music such as jazz, funk, electro, traditional music, song…
With this atypical profile, he joined one of the leading groups of French musical humor, “les DéSaxés”. In March 2022, Samuel signed, as leader, his first opus, Odayin, a daring marriage between jazz and world.
Sylvain Fetis, saxophonist
Saxophonist, clarinetist, flautist, composer and arranger graduated from the Nantes Conservatory, he has professional experience playing with numerous national and international artists in prestigious venues (Accor Arena, Olympia, Zénith de Paris, Palais des Sports, Théâtre Antique de Vienne , Festival les Vieilles Charrues…)
He is also a performer on numerous film scores and a member of the orchestra “les Laters” (show “le Late d’Alain Chabat), Victoires de la Musique, Don’t forget the lyrics, musicals: Mickey’s Christmas big band, Together a Pixar experience (at Disneyland Paris).
String section
Aurore Daniel, cellist
Cellist, navigates between symphony concerts, film concerts, musical creation of theater pieces, studio sessions and chamber music.
She has collaborated with Serge Lama, Rachid Taha, Pomme and others, exploring varied styles such as gypsy jazz, French song, Eastern European and world music. A true all-terrain cellist.
Katia Ostapowicz, violinist
Violinist, former violin teacher at the Apprenti Musicien, she participated in a tour in Saudi Arabia with Amine Kouider as well as various concerts notably with the Ensemble Mazzika Orchestra at the Bataclan and with the Ostinato Orchestra, under the direction of Chloé Dufresne .
She also took part in recordings at Studio Ferber with the Monstre Orchestra.
Laurent Zeller, violinist
First prize ENM of Blois, First prize competition of musical meetings of Touraine Founder of pomme de ma douche, founder of the Medici Quartet. Regularly accompanies Tchavolo, Romane, Raphael Fays, Frédéric Manoukian.
Choir section
Angélik Didiva, backing vocalist
Singer, author, composer, performer and backing vocalist, with a solid musical background. She has participated in numerous opening acts for artists, such as Elton John, Lio, Gold, Dave… as well as backing vocals for Bonnie Tyler (TV, la Cigale and others…).
She put together a trio of modern pin-ups and composed the album alongside the excellent arranger Christophe Violland, including a track written by the comedian Smaïn.
Once a singer, always a singer! Annoying, no! Endearing, yes!
Tiphaine Soller, backing vocalist
Self-taught singer Jazz, Soul, Rock, Funk
Performs in Monaco and on the Côte d’Azur: Hotel de Paris, Negresco, Marriott
Performs in Paris: Bercy VIP lounge – Accor Arena, Fouquet’s, Sub Pigalle (ex No Pi), Parisian Jazz clubs
Thanks to Rudy Uzan for the video capture and editing.
Conductor, pianist, composer and arranger
A professional musician, Christophe Violland multiplies his experiences on stage and in the studio, notably alongside Andrew Strong, Mark King, Jeanne Mas, Jil Caplan, John Yalley, Doudou N’Daye Rose and now the Barry White Tribute Paris!
