The Celtic Society of Southern Maryland, in partnership with the Calvert Marine Museum, proudly presents Le Vent du Nord from Montreal, Canada on Sunday, March 7. Band members will offer workshops in fiddle/feet, guitar and accordion in the afternoon from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Enjoy an evening concert at 7:30 p.m. in the Calvert Marine Museum auditorium. Concert tickets are $25 and available online at www.cssm.org/tickets.
Le Vent du Nord formed in August 2002 and has been enjoying rocketing success. They have received several prestigious awards, including a Juno. The group’s current line-up includes singers/multi-instrumentalists Nicolas Boulerice, Simon Beaudry, Olivier Demers, and Réjean Brunet. Some of their songs are from traditional folk repertoire, while others are original compositions. The title of their latest album La Part du Feu (November 3, 2009; Borealis Records) hints at a dual objective, coming from an old French proverb, which states that one must give to the fire its share, or forfeit something in order to build our collective future. Without sacrificing the integrity of their heritage, the group uses the kindling of the past to produce a hotbed of creativity. By welding a wealth of musical genres into a seamless artistic statement, these members have a keen sense of their local history, seeking to recover, restore, and reinvigorate Canada’s deep musical roots.
Visit www.leventdunord.com to learn more about the workshop/concert. This event is sponsored in part by The Hilton Garden Inn, Solomons; The Ruddy Duck, Solomons; and SOMD.com. Visit sponsor websites for special pricing related to this event. More details are available at www.cssm.org. Pre-registration is encouraged for afternoon workshops; email fiddling@cssm.org, or call (443) 975-0972 with questions.
Join the Calvert Marine Museum in celebrating 40 years of excellence in 2010. The museum is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $7 for adults, $6 for seniors and military with valid I.D., and $2.00 for children ages 5 – 12; children under 5 are free. For a complete listing of museum activities and programs, visit the website at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com or call (410) 326-2042 ext. 41 for more information.
