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Leaders of a new generation of Quebec traditional music groups, the three members of Genticorum bring an irrepressible joie de vivre to the hallmarks of the Quebec repertoire: non-stop dance rhythms, hearty call-and-response singing, traditional style foot percussion, and intense and impassioned playing that leaves audiences in a frenzy. Home on the Grange presents Genticorum at 7:30p.m. April 19 at Woodmen Hall 4102 Fisherman Bay Rd. Lopez Island. The band,founded by musicians with an unparalleled passion for their musical heritage, also performs original compositions so true to tradition that it's difficult to tell the difference between the old and the new. Both Pascal Gemme and Alexandre de Grosbois-Garand were literally raised on traditional music. Alex grew up in the midst of living room jam sessions hosted by his father, traditional musician and Quebec culture promoter Gilles Garand. Pascal spent his childhood summers in Huntingdon, Quebec, where his grandfather was the village fiddler. Yann Falquet grew up playing guitar in rock bands but soon discovered traditional music and is now is an in-demand rhythm player. Tickets: $15 Adults, $8 - Ages 12-16, 12 and under FREE. Available at the door. 360-468-2753 04/18/12
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