Known for its joyful and dynamic performances, Le Vent du Nord is a driving force of the Quebec progressive folk movement, as well as a leading group in the revival of traditional music in Quebec. Since the group’s founding in 2002, Le Vent du Nord has performed more than 2,200 concerts on four continents, released 12 albums and received numerous prestigious awards, including a Grand Prix du Disque Charles Cros (France), and two Juno (Canadian Grammy) awards.
The group performs works from the traditional repertoire and original compositions on vocals, fiddle, accordion, hurdy-gurdy, bouzouki, guitar, and keyboards. This concert is directed by master storyteller Michel Faubert and features songs from the new album, Voisinages, released in October 2025.
“Collectively, the joie de vivre is off the charts.” —Songlines Magazine
“Brilliantly infectious rhythms…. one of my favorite bands in the world” —BBC Radio Scotland
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