Overview
Canadian group, Les Gabiers d’Aquilon offer you in their own way, a selection of songs by Quebec sailors, traditional and contemporary, as well as original creations.
Composed of ten singers accompanied by their many instruments, the Gabiers d’Aquilon leave their Kingdom of Saguenay-Lac St-Jean to offer you a selection of sailor songs performed in their own way, traditional Quebec songs as well as original creations of the group. Coming from various musical universes, ranging from heavy metal to choral singing, from Quebec songwriters to traditional singing, these freshwater sailors have been meeting regularly since 2016 to develop a particular Quebec-style of maritime singing. You’ll discover original harmonies and arrangements that they are proud to present with their inimitable enthusiasm and good humour.
The group’s CDs include:
- Les Gabiers d’Aquilon (Album 2019)
- Naufrages et cabrioles (Album 2022)
- Brise marine (Single 2022)
- Tempête pour sortir (Single 2024)
- La fille de Paspébiac (Single 2024)
These recordings are available for purchase directly from the group. Their music may also be streamed via Soundcloud and other platforms.
Band Members
Jacques Rondeau - Captain, low voice Guy Larouche - Navigator, bass vocals, classical guitar Régis Pilote - Shipowner, bass voice, accordion Pierre Gagnon - Fearless pirate, low voice Jean-Luc Sauvé - Cook, low voice Claude Bois - Naval carpenter, low voice Cristiano Côrtes - Performer, tenor voice, acoustic bass Michel Lemay - Clerk and Port Secretary, tenor voice Sébastien Tremblay - Naval Blacksmith, tenor voice, acoustic guitar
2016
Yes
Alma
Quebec
Canada