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The French American Songbook
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Lynn Veronneau full profile / Vocal and guitar (violin/bass optional) / 2 musicians
Other players: Ken Avis
Full program notes
Exploring the inter-relationship of American and French jazz. American songs you didn't realize where really French, and French songs you didn't know were American. Featuring the French Chanson of Edith Piaf, Charles Aznavour and Charles Trenet....and a few surprises. Sounds from the 40-60's reflecting the French-American love affair with jazz.
Song selections include, La Vie En Rose, Corcovado, Samba Saravah, Je Ne Regret Rien, La Mer, Menilmontant, Je T'Attendrai, Sympathique...and more.
Historical context
Lynn Veronneau performs in English, Spanish, Portuguese and her native French. There'll be some surprising stories and about how the music past back and forth across the Atlantic.
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La Vie En Rose
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