ÂMES DE BOIS, LA DÉFERLANCE
July 25
6 p.m. – Quebec Folk Dance Workshop with La Déferlance
Deepen your learning of Quebec folk dance in this interactive workshop! You’ll build your skills and confidence in this lively, festive art form. Guided by a caller, you’ll put what you’ve learned into practice by taking part in a quadrille or square set, in a warm and energetic atmosphere. Domino, tout le monde a chaud !
7 p.m. – Âmes de bois Performance
In this performance showcasing pieces from their new album (May 2025), La Déferlance transports audiences into a world where stories of the past meet the realities of modern Quebec society. With festive grooves, refined vocal harmonies, colorful arrangements, and moments of sensitivity, the group stands out for both its energy and the quality of its performances.
Marie-Desneiges Hamel (accordion and vocals), Grégoire Painchaud (violin, guitar, vocals, and step dancing), Renaud Labelle (double bass, bass, and vocals), and Mathieu Baillargeon (piano, foot percussion, jaw harp, and vocals) share the stage with remarkable intensity and contagious joy.