PROVOST-LACHAPELLE DUO

An impassioned duo performs works from their upcoming album, Encore un tour, with astonishing complicity.

Playing on acoustic guitar with nylon strings and acoustic bass guitar, Sylvain Provost and Norman Lachapelle have been working together for more than forty years. The two friends have already composed 3 albums together. This is a show that offers audiences both great intimacy and strong dynamics.

Since first catching the world’s attention as winner of the Yamaha award at The Montreal International Jazz Festival in 1983, jazz guitarist and composer Sylvain Provost has become a prominent and renowned force on the Canadian and International Jazz scene. For over 25 years, Sylvain has participated in countless events, as soloist, or lead of his own Trio, as concert performer and studio recording artist, and as sideman, arranger, and co-producer. Along with his long-time bass partner, Norman Lachapelle, he has produced a host of recordings, winning nominations and awards, including the Opus Awards and a “Félix” award for best jazz album at ADISQ in 2001. His fluid and sparkling style, his exceptional talent for improvisation, and his vibrant melodic interpretations have won him the respect of his peers and the accolades of jazz lovers everywhere.

Come discover or rediscover these exceptional musicians and enjoy a concert of refined virtuosity and improvisation… guaranteed pleasure!

Artists
Sylvain Provost, guitar
Norman Lachapelle, acoustic bass guitar

Thursday, October 10th 2019 at 6:00pm
Duration: 1 Hrs

For tickets and information: www.mbam.qc.ca/en/concerts 514-285-2000