Forestare (Montreal)
« Avant la virtuosité individuelle, ce sont la cohésion de l’ensemble et les habiles arrangements qui donnent un souffle et une puissance dramatique saisissants. » Serge Paradis, Ici
Forestare is composed of young classical guitarists with a commitment to the environment. The group’s keen interest in actual music is expressed through the performance of commissioned works, orchestral arrangements and collaborative projects with renowned performing artists, such as Richard Desjardins, who have made their mark on Quebec’s culture.
By its very nature, the guitar is inextricably associated with wood. Members of Forestare view their instruments as nothing less than a noble building material. Founded in October 2002, Forestare is the initiative of a young guitarist. As soon as the idea took shape in his mind, Alexandre Éthier sought out conductor Pascal Côté. He also recruited a group of promising young guitarists. By choosing to perform outside the institutional sphere, Forestare endeavours to explore new musical spaces by always thinking out of the box.
Don’t miss Forestare during the 2009 EIM Musical Nap Times where they will deliver an exclusive performance. They will also be a part of our dynamic line-up at the Shed 16 Labyrinth on September 12, 2009.
Musical director : Paul Côté
Double Bass : Mathieu Désy
Founder, Guitarist, Art director : Alexandre Éthier
Guitarists : Simon Auger, Jonathan Barriault, Rémi Castonguay, Marie-Soleil Fortier, François Gauthier, Charles Gauvin, Olivier Labossière, Sébastien Moreau, Caroline Paradis, Rodrigo Rubilar, Jonathan Viens, Julie Vincelette
Discography :
° Forestare, 2007
Website : http://www.forestare.com/
Practical Information and Ticket Booth
How to get there, program schedule for free activities and information on getting tickets for the September 12th evening at the Shed 16..
Program
A noise box, musical alarm clocks, a magnificent sculpture, and many more will be part of our free day. You are also invited to join our evening event at the Shed 16 where multidisciplinary artists will deliver bewildering performances.