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Notes de présentation par Claude Dauphin

  • Post author:Patrisfilius
  • Post published:May 10, 2016
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Pour mieux comprendre cette analyse profonde de Claude Dauphin, musicologue, professeur Emeritus enseignant à l'UQUÁM (Université du Québec à Montréal), il est important d'avoir écouté l'album dont le lien est…

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First release of my compositions of classical music

  • Post author:Patrisfilius
  • Post published:May 9, 2016
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When was the last time you heard an original piece by a Haitian composer of Haitian classical music?Now, you do have the opportunity to hear how new Haitian composers are…

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Higher Calling

  • Post author:Patrisfilius
  • Post published:April 30, 2016
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A very upbeat piece which will be inserted in my next book entitled "Unbreakable." Higher Calling

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Thinking out of the box

  • Post author:Patrisfilius
  • Post published:February 16, 2016
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Interested in a different approach to chords and songwriting? We strongly suggest that you read the "Natif" page and its sub-pages. Believe me, it is worth a visit, and please,…

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New illustrations on the “What is Natif?” page

  • Post author:Patrisfilius
  • Post published:February 13, 2016
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I have added new examples and illustrations on this page. I want to thank those who have been kind enough to let me know how they appreciate my works. To…

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Following Ti Paris’ path

  • Post author:Patrisfilius
  • Post published:February 11, 2016
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Yep! I have been writing a little bit more lately. The "natif" concept has brought me closer to Ti Paris' fingering style and I find it amazing. I'm thinking seriously…

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Unbreakable–the book

  • Post author:Patrisfilius
  • Post published:December 19, 2015
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My next book entitled "Unbreakable" which contains 7 pieces written for a string quartet--Lead violin, violin, viola and cello is due in April 2016. I'm firmly dedicated to providing to…

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Tenacious Spirit

  • Post author:Patrisfilius
  • Post published:December 6, 2015
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My freedom is my ultimate submission to the will of God, my Father. Such abandonment allows Him to live in me and on this physical plane, it has led me…

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Video Clips

  • Post author:Patrisfilius
  • Post published:November 13, 2015
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Here is a few video clips from the "Discover Haitian Classical Music" event held at the Cambridge Public Library on October 17, 2015. Unbreakable Faith Fantezi Kreyòl Concert by Crossing…

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Ti Zwazo

  • Post author:Patrisfilius
  • Post published:November 10, 2015
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It is one among the most beautiful Haitian folk songs for children. With this in mind, I have done my best to enhance its beauty with my arrangement for a…

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Arranging new songs for orchestra

  • Post author:Patrisfilius
  • Post published:November 4, 2015
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I always believe that we can take our music to different levels. The problem may be for Haitian musicians is not to have a receptive audience the more sophisticated their…

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String Quartet for beginners

  • Post author:Patrisfilius
  • Post published:October 31, 2015
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I remember a few popular Haitian folk songs written for and sung by children when I was growing up. In the wake of so many NGO's providing music schools in…

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Spirit Minded

  • Post author:Patrisfilius
  • Post published:September 9, 2015
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It is hard for me to dissociate my faith from my compositions of classical music. I feel strongly that they are the expressions of my soul and they are taking…

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Unbreakable

  • Post author:Patrisfilius
  • Post published:August 18, 2015
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Unbreakable is the title of my next project due in 2016. The “natif” concept would have allowed me to lay down a solid foundation for the future of Haitian music…

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Sètfwasèt, Konbinezon No. II

  • Post author:Patrisfilius
  • Post published:July 8, 2015
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For those who have read a few of my posts about Haitian classical music, you may have known that I do not write sonatas, concertos, or symphonies. My approach in…

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Gifrants, with over 30 years of experience, fuses Jazz with Traditional Pan-Caribbean music. He pioneered the “Natif” concept of Haitian rhythms and has released over 25 albums independently. Performing at venues like Harvard Square and SOB’s, he continues to captivate audiences with his evocative rhythms and storytelling. 

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