Semaine du Neuf | There Is No Music Without the Wind. L’être contre le vent by Matthias Krüger
By Elena MandoliniThe Semaine du Neuf, organized by Le Vivier, is drawing to a close, but there are still some fine discoveries to be made this weekend. One of them is the graduation concert of German composer Matthias Krüger, winner of the 2023-2024 New Music Residency awarded by CALQ, Le Vivier and the Goethe-Institut. This concert, to […]
The country chaos of Nora Kelly
By Varun SwarupA raconteur writing at the borderlines of where country meets chaos, Nora Kelly sings endearing tales of heartache and rebellion. With her sharp and soulful songwriting Nora has charmed the hearts of many on the local alternative-folk scene, releasing her first LP, Rodeo Clown, with the the support of BC based label Mint Records. Now […]
Jeremy Leon – Affinity
By Varun SwarupAffinity, the first offering from saxophonist Jeremy Leon, sees the young Montrealer staking his claim as a new voice in the world of modern jazz. From the heralding opening number, “The Coronation of Prince Dennis”, Leon captivates with an esoteric and grave tone that draws parallels to legendary saxophonists like Coltrane, Brecker, and Kenny Garrett. […]
Semaine du Neuf | Psychedelic Afghanistan by Sam Shalabi and Shaista Latif
By Frédéric CardinBefore the Taliban, before the Americans, before the Soviets, there was an Afghanistan that dared to think about a future of nightlife, cinema, music and peace. Like Eagles (or Mānand-e ‘Oqāb in its original title) is believed to be the very first film shot in Afghanistan, in 1964. In a surprisingly symbolic and modern production, […]