Christmas concert: a celebration for the young and the young at heart! - Concerts Lachine

Event details

Sunday | 15 December 2024
10:30
L’Entrepôt (2901, boul. Saint-Joseph, Lachine)
No ticket needed: Suggested donation 10$

Come participate in a family Christmas celebration presented by Concerts Lachine! Let yourself be immersed in the holiday atmosphere with the participation of choirs from Lachine’s elementary schools, who are part of the musical learning program of Concerts Lachine. They will bring back the Christmases of yesteryear and present new works of the season. It’s the opportunity to celebrate, in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

LOCATION / TIME L’Entrepôt (2901, Saint-Joseph Blvd, Lachine) Arrival: 10:30 a.m. | Concert start: 11:00 a.m.

COST: No ticket required (suggested donation: 10$) Recital, coffee, juice, brioche included.

PRESENTED IN COLLABORATION WITH THE LACHINE BOROUGH

GROUPE 1: COMITÉ DE VIE DE QUARTIER DUFF COURT (COVIQ) ET BIBLIOTHÈQUE SAUL BELLOW

Guitar lessons
Teacher: Patrick Kearney

Guitar duo : Simon Acosta, David Santiago Rueda Sanchez

ORIGINAL POT POURRIT

Despacito	Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee
Te quiero	Hombres G
Wanted dead or alive	Bon Jovi
Smells like teen spirit	Nirvana
Improvisation Blues	Simon Acosta, David Santiago Rueda Sanchez
Pueblito Viejo	Jose A. Morales

Biographies:
Following a recommendation from COVIQ, two students from École secondaire Dalbé-Viau, David and Simon, enrolled in an introductory guitar course offered by Concerts Lachine at the Saul Bellow Library. The 10-week course is taught by guitarist and professor Patrick Kearney, who runs his own studio in Lachine and teaches at both Concordia and McGill universities. David and Simon enjoyed the course so much that they inquired about a second-level class. Although none was available at the time, they decided to retake the introductory course to solidify their skills. This year, they are continuing their musical journey in a pilot project called Guitar Focus Group under Patrick Kearney’s guidance. Today’s presentation is the fruit of their dedicated studies.

Acknowledgments
Jonathan Gosselin, Chef de section – Bibliothèques, Arrondissement de Lachine
Javier Lozano Fernandez, Responsable Jeunesse, COVIQ
Andrea de la Rosa Diaz, Direction Adjointe, COVIQ
Camilo Marín, support pendant les pratiques

GROUPE 2: COMITÉ DE VIE DE QUARTIER DUFF-COURT (COVIQ)
CJE NDG, Projet W.O.R.D.

Rap solist : LilTY

Program

4SIS	Tihanna Yaxley (lyrics), Jerimiah (music)
So High	Tihanna Yaxley (lyrics), Jerimiah (music)

Biography:
LilTY has been writing music since she was 11 years old. Reflecting on her first song, written during the post-COVID period, she admits it wasn’t her best work. During the summer, she joined the artist residency program Projet W.O.R.D., which significantly enhanced her songwriting skills. The program helped her find better words, craft a “top line” or melody, and improve song structure. Moreover, it provided her with insights into breaking into the music industry and conducting interviews. COVIQ provides her with microphones and amplifiers, and most importantly, offers her a space to sing and perform.
Now, LilTY has written six songs, enough for her first EP. Some of her music is already available online through DistroKid, Spotify, and YouTube. Her thought-provoking lyrics beautifully showcase her empathy and deep understanding of others. The first song, “4SIS,” was written to support her sister during a challenging time. The second song, “So High,” describes feelings of elation, focusing on her joyful experiences with a friend rather than a drug-induced high. She is thrilled to perform two of her songs for the first time in such a large and beautiful venue.

Acknowledgments :
Javier Lozano Fernandez, Responsable jeunesse, COVIQ
Patrice Dauphin, Intervenant jeunesse, COVIQ
Andrea de la Rosa Diaz, Direction adjointe, COVIQ
Projet W.O.R.D., Carrefour jeunesse emploi, CJE Notre-Dame de Grâce,

GROUPE 3: ÉCOLE TRÈS-SAINT-SACREMENT
Conducted by Camilo Marín

Soliste Pop : Jannay Asiel Amarista Munoz

Program

Dernière Danse

Indila

Biography
Jannay is in class no. 931 with Mrs. Auriane. She is also part of the Très-Saint-Sacrement choir. During the lesson, she asked if she could sing a solo. She likes Shakira and Indila. She was very moved to be given the opportunity.

GROUPE 4: CHORALES COMITÉ DE VIE DE QUARTIER DUFF-COURT (COVIQ)
Conducted by Camilo Marín

Program

Wellerman Sea Shanty	Nathan Evans
Dance Monkey	Tones and I
À Mon Arrivée à Montréal	Camilo Marín

Acknowledgments :
Laenie Gaelle Jeannot, Direction générale, Andrea de la Rosa Diaz, Direction adjointe, COVIQ, Javier Lozano Fernandez, Responsable jeunesse, COVIQ, Patrice Dauphin, Intervenant jeunesse, COVIQ, Audrey Nona, Carilyn Duran, Intervenant jeunesse, COVIQ

GROUPE 5: CHORALES ÉCOLE TRÈS-SAINT-SACREMENT
Conducted by Camilo Marín

Program

Shtakié	Étienne Perruchon
Farandole, Deck the Halls	Thomas Oliphant (English version), Arrangement M. Paradis (French version)
Tchouka – Tchikidan	Étienne Perruchon
On écrit sur les murs	Kids United

Acknowledgments :
Anouk Bilodeau, Directrice
Suraya Ahmed, Direction adjointe
Auriane Edwige Alvarez, Enseignant en classe d’accueil
Merion Rexha , Enseignant
Nathalie Hamel, Secrétaire

GROUPE 6: MAPLE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CHOIR
Conducted by Morgan La Croix and Camilo Marín

Program

Pat-a-Pan	Bernard de La Monnoye
Sing	Pentatonix

Acknowledgments :
Aaryn Bradley, Directrice

GROUPE 7: CHORALES ÉCOLE MARTIN BÉLANGER
Conducted by Camilo Marín and Ivette Burgois

Program

Père Noël ne soit pas triste	Clipounets & les petits minous
Vive le vent	James Lord Pierpont, Arrangement Ivette Burgois
Something Just Like This	The Chainsmokers & Coldplay
Bonhomme Hiver	Felix Bernard
Sing! Sing!	Serena Ryder
Feliz Navidad	José Feliciano
Et si on chantait	Oldelaf et Monsieur D; arrangement Choeur C4 – Conservatoire de musique et de danse

Acknowledgments :
Brigitte Kane, Directrice; Manon Ostiguy, Directrice; Lyne Allard, Secrétaire; Fatoumata Tall, Service de garde; Julie Mallette, classe 301; Andreas Georgiades, classe de musique

CHEFS DE CHOEUR / CONDUCTORS

CAMILO MARÍN

Edwin Camilo Marín Ortiz, a teacher, guitarist, and composer, brings over 14 years of experience to music education and composition. Holding a master’s degree in music composition, he is dedicated to promoting music as a tool for social change through education and artistic creation.

IVETTE BURGOIS

Born in Matanzas, Cuba, she graduated in music from the University of the Arts of Havana (ISA). A conductor of choirs and orchestras, as well as a professor of choral conducting, she has led various professional and amateur choir ensembles. She has presented a range of symphonic and choral works with renowned orchestras in her hometown. Additionally, she has worked in various countries as a choir conductor, leading workshops with amateur choirs and participating in festivals and competitions.

MORGAN LACROIX

Morgan La Croix holds a double bachelor’s degree in music and education from McGill University (2008). Recently tenured, she has been teaching music at Maple Grove Elementary since 2013. Teaching and singing are her two passions, and she is immensely proud of the senior choir and all their hard work in bringing these two songs to life for you. She hopes you enjoy the choir and wishes everyone Happy Holidays!

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