June 30, 8:00 p.m.
ALPHA THIAM
Alpha Thiam, guitar, voice; Nathalie Cora, koras; Cédric Dind-Lavoie, bass; Yawo Moïse Matey, cabaça, djembe, cajón
World Musique. Alpha Thiam was born in Guinea into a family of Toucouleur nobles, a people who belong to the great Fula family of West Africa. A guitarist and composer, he uses a variety of repertoires originating in Mali, Senegal, the Ivory Coast, Liberia and Burkina Faso. He melds his guitar and his voice to the percussions, koras, bass and voices of the three musicians who accompany him.
July 7, 8:00 p.m.
KEVIN MARK BLUES BAND
Kevin Mark, guitar, voiced; bass; piano; 3 saxophones; drums
Jazz-blues. Kevin Mark’s exceptional stage presence, combined with swinging shuffle grooves influenced by the best blues, R&B and rock ‘n roll artists of the ‘50s and ‘60s have made him one of the best blues performers. The band, winner of numerous prestigious awards, is characterized by Kevin Mark’s deep and low voice, a solid rhythm section, and blasting saxophones. Don’t miss this high calibre performance!
July 14 , 7:00 p.m.
DES CONTES PLEIN LA BÛCHE
Performance in French for the family
Thanks to his magical log, Monsieur Flo takes the children to the world of imagination and enchantment. He uses his great talent as storyteller to make each child his accomplice. He grabs audience reactions, immediately integrates them to his tale and improvises. He even invents more, to the greatest pleasure of all.
July 21 8:00 p.m.
DENIS CHANG JAZZ MANOUCHE
Denis Chang, guitar; Carmen Piculeata, violin; Romain Vuillemin, guitar; Paul van Dyk, bass
Jazz experience. Guitarist Denis Chang has been passionate for many years about the music of Django Reinhardt. His first record, Nature Boy, appeared on the prestigious label Hot Records of Norway, in 2007. His repertoire? Manouche jazz, including compositions by Django Reinhardt, of course!
July 28 8:00 p.m.
JUDITH LANDER AND NANCY WHITE: “DARLING, WE ARE ARTISTS”
Judith Lander, Nancy White, singers and songwriters; Ghislain Aucoin, piano, voice, accordion
Cabaret-style concert. Nancy White, the singer responsible for “Stickers on Fruit”, “Momnipotent”, and half the songs from the musical “Anne and Gilbert”, and Judith Lander, one of the world’s greatest interpreters of Weill, Brel and Sondheim, have joined forces in a tough and tender cabaret of fine songs. Both women are acclaimed songwriters, both are Canadian, and both can make you laugh and cry. Judith had a great career on Broadway, while Nancy was in Toronto doings songs for a CBC radio show. They began performing together just last year, accompanied by some excellent musician friends of theirs. It was a good idea… you will see for yourself! Featuring songs by Weill, Brel, Sondheim, Schwartz, and their own compositions.
August 4 7:00 p.m.
KOUKOULIA AND THE BIRDS
Danielle Schneider, actress, accompanied by two dancers
Performance in English for the family
Koukoulia is the elf of the forest: she knows the languages of all the animals who live there. Through her fantastic tale presented in the form of enigmas, Koukoulia meets a whole host of Quebec birds: robin, chickadee, red-winged blackbird, etc… and helps the children learn about them with her cute stories, puppets and very colourful costumes.
August 11 8:00 p.m.
LORRAINE KLAASEN
Lorraine Klaasen, voice; Ross Whiteman, guitar, voice; Andre Whiteman, bass, voice; Wayne Stoute, drums, voice; Peter Measroch, piano.
Jazz-World Music.
The eclectic and sparkling Lorraine Klaasen is the daughter of the famous singer, Thane Klaasen, one of Nelson Mandela’s favourite singers and unquestionable legend of South African Music. With her spirited stage presence and her innate showmanship, Lorraine has conquered the world music, jazz and African music stage throughout North America, the Antilles, and Europe. Thanks to her lively music, her warm voice, her charisma and her exuberance, she never ceases to enchant her audiences. Your will beg for more!
August 18 8:00 p.m.
QUARTANGO
Daniel Finzi, cello; Jonathan Hains, guitar; Frédéric Vermette, bass; Simon Boudreault, percussions
Classical concert.
When four classically-trained musicians get together to explore their common passion for the tango, the result is absolutely delectable! A repertoire composed of tango classics tinged with Piazzola’s tango nuevo, impeccable, sensuous arrangements played with elegance… that’s pure Quartango! Everywhere around the world, in Tokyo as much as in Paris, New York and San Paolo, they have conquered the crowds. Let yourself be conquered too!
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