
The multi-award winning and highly acclaimed Le Vent du Nord is a leading force in Québec’s progressive francophone folk movement. The group’s vast repertoire draws from both traditional sources and original compositions, while enhancing its hard-driving soulful music with a broad range of global influences.
Since its inception in August 2002, Le Vent du Nord has enjoyed meteoric success, performing well over 2,500 concerts over 4 continents and racking up several prestigious awards, including a SONGLINES MUSIC AWARD -Americas (UK, 2023) Grand Prix du Disque Charles Cros (France), two Junos (Canada’s Grammys), three FÉLIX at ADISQ (Québec), a Canadian Folk Music Award, and been awarded Artist of the Year at the Folk Alliance annual gala.
The group exhibits great finesse and flexibility, appearing regularly on Canadian, American, French, and UK television and radio, and participating in a wide variety of special musical projects. They’ve collaborated and performed with a diverse range of artists including: Väsen, Sharon Shannon, Harry Manx, singer Julie Fowlis, Dervish, The Chieftains, Yann-Fañch Kemener, Québécois roots legend and master storyteller Michel Faubert, Apiary fiddle band, Breabach and many more. Not content with standard approaches to tradition, Le Vent du Nord has also created since 2007 a symphonic concert that, according to Voir Montreal, “puts all traditional folk naysayers to shame.”
As an amazing live performance quintet Le Vent du Nord continues to explore new sounds with stunning vocal arrangements. On stage these 5 friends create intense, joyful and dynamic live performances that expand the bounds of tradition in striking directions.
Reviews:
“A classy & rousing set by Quebec Folk heroes” – 4 STARS – THE GUARDIAN
“Leave a positive feelgood feeling all over the body.” – LIRA MAGAZINE
“Exceptionally skilled, exceptionally experienced, and exceptionally entertaining.” – SING OUT!
“Sur toute la ligne, 53 minutes de pur bonheur. EXCELLENT. ” JOURNAL DE QUÉBEC
“Québec couldn’t hope for better advocates of its folk music. Top of the world selection.” – SONGLINE MAGAZINE
Important Information
Venue: Stamford Arts Centre, Ballroom
Tickets: £20 standard
Running time: 1 hour 50 mins (including interval)
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