MIKE'S PICKS - Click here to sample some great French music! If you find one you like, contact Michael and he will send you the lyrics and charts you need.
The great thing about Concours JAM is that everyone can participate. You don't even need to know the name of a French song, you just need to be willing to learn. Fortunately, there exists a tremendous number of great French songs and musicians. Here are some suggestions on how you can pick your song.
If you are still having trouble selecting a song after you have explored the options below, please contact Michael Hudon. He has a binderful of song choices that he would love to share with you.
1. Write your own song
Must also write music (chords are acceptable) if you would like live accompaniment in the Finals
2. Translate your favorite English song to French
Ask your French teacher or contact Michael Hudon for help!
3. Buy a French CD (list of physical distributors)
4. Purchase a French CD online
5. Local Groups - Check out this Manitba made music!
(click artists name)
Pop:
Nadia Gaudet
Daniel ROA
Mozes
KIN
Dominique Reynolds
Folk/Rock:
Kraink
Les Surveillantes
L'ensemble musicale Pierre Freynet
Funk:
Justin Lacroix
Rock:
Ya Ketchose
Métal:
Entre Parenthèses
Musique du monde:
Chic Gamine
Country:
Coulée
Cajun:
Johnny Cajun
For kids:
Lulu et le Matou
Jocelyne Baribeau |