For more than 50 years, Lionel DAUNAIS had an undeniable influence on Québec’s lyric arts scene through his many activities as a singer, composer, lyricist, stage director, radio personality and artistic director.
To commemorate the 40th anniversary of the passing of this Montréal composer, this new album is the only one where his lovely songs are performed by 5 excellent classical musicians from Canada and Switzerland: Jacqueline WOODLEY, soprano; Annina HAUG, mezzo-soprano; Pierre RANCOURT, baritone; Michel BELLEVANCE, flute; and Marc BOURDEAU, piano and arrangements.
The programme is composed of 27 works – sung in solo, duo and trio – that reflect the diversity of styles of Lionel DAUNAIS’ writing: French mélodies, pop tunes, humorous folk-inspired songs, and songs for the young.
The lyrics are by French and Québec poets, including Lionel DAUNAIS himself. The album’s website includes biographies, programme notes, lyrics in French, as well as video and behind-the-scenes content: LionelDaunais.com
