December 2011

Christmas Gifts-Fair – Prévost

The artists and artisans of Prevost display unique Christmas gifts. Meals on location, will be provided by the boutique “Les Arts gourmets de Prévost”. Admission is free. Sat., and Sun., Dec., 3 & 4, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. École Val-des-Monts, 872, rue de l’École, Prevost.

France D’Amour – Val Morin

Classic Jazz songs will be performed in this show entitled « Bubble Bath & Champagne. Sat., Dec., 3, 8 p.m. Tickets: $35. Théâtre du Marais, 1201 10è Avenue, Val-Morin 819 322-1414 theatredumarais@cgocable.ca.

Bruno Pelletier – St. Jerome

This is an intimate Christmas concert of Bruno Pelletier and his musicians. The program inspired by his 2003 concert at the Notre Dame Church with the Montreal Symphony Orchestra. The program includes: Ave Maria, Minuit chrétiens, Have Yourself a Very Merry Christmas, and many more. Sat., Dec., 4, 8 p.m. Tickets: $39. Salle André-Prévost, 535, rue Filion, Saint-Jérôme www.enscene.ca 450 432-0660.

Joyful Noise Choir & Theatre Morin Heights "Evening of Crhistmas" Morin Heights Dec. 8, 7 p.m.

Florence K – St. Jerome

Florence K presents a program entitled “Havana Angels”. She thrives on Latin rhythms, and Jazz. For this concert she spiced classical Christmas tunes, and adapted them to her own style. Accompanied by six musicians she will take you on a trip to Havana, Buenos Aires. Give yourself a warm Christmas with Florence K. Sat., Dec., 10, 8 p.m. Tickets: $35. Salle André-Prévost, 535, rue Filion, Saint-Jérôme www.enscene.ca 450 432-0660.

Nicolas Pellerin & "les Grands Hurleurs" – St. Placide

This trio won the « Félix » prize for best traditional album of the year. They present a traditional repertoire in captivating, subtle nuances and original arrangements. Nicolas and the two Simons (Simon Lepage and Simon Marion) they use voice, violin and other instruments, pulling strings, and foot tapping enchanting the audience with the roots of Quebec music. Nicolas Pellerin plays traditional songs on the violin. His « Fred et Nicolas Pellerin » recording of 2007 sold over 45 000 copies. Simon Marion is a jazz, rock and folk guitarist also plays the mandolin, and the Dobro guitar. Simon Lepage is a composer, arranger, base and contrabass player. The trio was created in 2009 and already performs to full houses in over a hundred concerts a year. Reserve your tickets: info@artsetculturestplacide.com, giving your name, telephone number and number of tickets desired for a seat at the Saint-Placide church! Sat., Dec., 10, 8 p.m. Tickets: $20. www.artsetculturestplacide.com.

Ragleela – Val Morin

Ragleela does a fusion of melodic Indian music with harmonious Western music. Sat., Dec., 10, 8 p.m. Tickets: $20. Théâtre du Marais, 1201 10è Avenue, Val-Morin. 819 322-1414 theatredumarais@cgocable.ca.

Bob Walsh – Val Morin

This is a well known name in the history of Quebec Blues. Bob Walsh has been singing and playing his guitar for over thirty years. Sat., Dec., 17, 8 p.m. Tickets: $40. Théâtre du Marais, 1201 10è Avenue, Val-Morin 819 322-1414 theatredumarais@cgocable.ca.

Visual Arts

Inspired Art by Dominique Normand & Luis Paniagua - St. Adolphe d’Howard

Dominique Normand, painter and Luis Paniagua, sculptor are having a spontaneous show in Saint Adolphe, on the main. Opening hours: Sat., & Sun., Dec., 10-11, and Sat., & Sun., Dec., 17-18: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., at 1950, ch. Du village, St. Adolphe D’Howard. http://www.dominiquenormand.wordpress.com 450 712-9122.

More to come!