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Sylvain St-Amour
Latin / Jazz / Roots Music

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MONTRÉAL, Quebec
Canada

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I developed a passion for the harmonica about 20 years ago. The instrument chose me one night, while attending a Bob Walsh concert. I immediately knew that the harmonica and I would have a long lasting relationship. I have always wanted to be in perfect harmony with my instrument so I could add my harmonicas to music and lyrics. Over the years, I felt the urge of leaving the traditional musical path that many tend to identify to the harmonica. The great value of freedom of expression, that is so dear to everyone but so difficult to set in motion, is also very important to the musician. In order to express myself musically, in a free and honest way, I hobbled towards various musical horizons.

Photobucket Through this process, which at times felt more like an escape, the soloist suddenly became a melodist. My sound has matured into a swifter and more ringing musical phrasing. Latino and African sounds blend in perfectly with my playing while the main melody remains occidental. The influence of rock guitarists is very present in my music. The dynamic of the songs are very guitar oriented. My musical project is based on diversity and emotion. Life has showered me with many pleasant surprises. One of them was a short detour in Western Canada where I lived for 3 years. Over there, I fell in love with the magnificent Prairies. That particular landscape was everything a freedom freak like me could ever hope for . The never-ending horizon, the constant winds, the wheat fields that turn into a blond ocean on windy days and the breath-taking sunsets , were all settings that greatly inspired me.

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Finally, my fortuitous meeting with Sylvain Charest, sound engineer and outstanding multi-instrumentalist, was undoubtedly, the end of a chaotic road and the beginning of a wonderful collaboration. I'm a "RONIN" since i have no allegiance to any styles.


Sylvain







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PhotobucketMa passion pour l’harmonica a débuté il y a près de 20 ans. L’instrument m’a choisi un soir ou j’étais allé voir un spectacle. J’ai su à ce moment que l’harmonica et moi ferions un long voyage ensemble. J’ai toujours voulu arriver au point où je me sentirais en complète harmonie avec mon instrument et ce, afin de me mettre, ainsi que mes harmonicas, au service d'une mélodie.

Au fil des ans, le goût de sortir des sentiers musicaux traditionnels, dans lesquels plusieurs ont tendances à positionner l’harmonica, s’est fait sentir. Photobucket Cette grande valeur qu’est la liberté d’expression, si chère à tous et si difficile à assumer, l’est tout aussi pour le musicien. Le juste équilibre entre l’expression musicale et le harassement du sens auditif de ses voisins mène vers la recherche d’une harmonie qui permet l’expression aux frontières de ma zone de confort. Afin de pouvoir m’exprimer musicalement, de façon honnête et en toute liberté, j’ai clopiné vers divers horizons musicaux. À travers cette démarche, qui par moment s’apparentait plus à une cavale, le soliste s’est transformé en mélodiste. Ma signature sonore a mûri vers un phrasé musical à tendance véloce et une tonalité cristalline. Les saveurs latines et africaines teintent parfois mon jeu d’un son vaporeux et l’attaque du phrasé est typiquement occidentale. L’influence des guitaristes rock est omniprésente dans mon son. Conséquemment la dynamique de mon jeu est très « guitaristique ». Mon projet musical se fonde donc sur la diversité et l'émotion.

La vie m’a fait de merveilleuses surprises. Une de celles-ci est ce court détour où j’ai vécu 3 ans dans l'Ouest canadien. Là-bas, je suis tombé éperdument amoureux des majestueuses prairies. Cette géographie est faite sur mesure pour un assoiffé de liberté comme moi. L’horizon sans fin, l‘omniprésence du vent, les champs de blé qui se transforment en océan blond par grandes brises et les couchers de soleil totalement hallucinants ont exacerbé une sensibilité bien musicale.

Photobucket Ma rencontre fortuite avec Sylvain Charest, ingénieur de son et multi-instrumentiste génial, fut sans contredit pour moi, la fin d’un parcours chaotique. Bref, je suis un "RONIN" car je n'ai d'allégeance à aucun style.







Sylvain





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Influences



Charlie Parker, John popper, Pat Esposito, Queen, J.J. Milteau. Steve Baker, Paul Butterfield, Howard levy, Little Walter, Jason Ricci, Carlos Del Junco, Norton Buffalo, Magic Dick "J. Geils Band", Toots, zlap... Steve Hill (to me, the best guitar player around)

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L'harmonica est un objet à rêver, c'est l'instrument du voyageur, de l'errant... Il génère un imaginaire qui va bien au-delà des possibilités qu'on lui prête ! [Jean-Jacques Milteau]



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Debbie

Debbie Larch



Dec 10 2009 5:27 PM

I can't wait. :)
♪Şüšíə Q♫

Susan Chapman



Dec 10 2009 5:15 PM

I'm listening this morning...very nice sound and i love harmonica!
Really nice way to start my day!! Look forward to hearing more from you.
Keep me posted on your tour!
Virginie, Peintre des Mots

Virginie Montes



Dec 10 2009 5:15 PM

Bonjour Sylvain..........

Voilà bien longtemps que je ne suis ni venue te voir, ni t'écouter..... comment vas-tu ? Ta page, à bien changé depuis le temps, quel beau voyage que de la parcourir... Mon site, je n'y travaille plus, il y a eut des soucis (d'autres membres... Jalousies etc...) j'ai préféré laisser tomber... ça n'a pas d'importance...

Si tu as du temps qui s'offre à toi, envois-moi un mot, une nouvelle de toi... Je t'embrasse Mon Ami, que je n'oublies pas............
Teresa

Teresa Campbell



Dec 10 2009 5:15 PM

Hope your having great times with the holidays.
terry

terry



Dec 10 2009 4:59 PM

you are flippin' hot!!!!
La Risuena

La Risuena



Dec 10 2009 4:59 PM

hi,corazon..
$$pokrdreamer$$

Miss Lioness
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Dec 10 2009 4:59 PM

hey glad u stopped by.. u r so cool... i think u r sexy!! muahs!!
Cherokee

Lindsey Love



Dec 10 2009 4:59 PM

Happy Holidays
peace2all

Kris Hanks



Dec 10 2009 1:37 PM

♥♥♥I LOVE YOUR MUSIC♥♥♥May God Bless and Keep YOU!! TY for the request!! I wish you 'God's' speed in all of your endeavors!! Peace and Love, Kris xoxo♥♥♥
Ginger

Ginger Phares



Dec 10 2009 1:37 PM

Thank you for the friends request...I love ure music...u have a wonderful talent and a beautiful smile...sendin u much love
Sanctified Warriors Of Prayer International™

Sanctified Warriorsof Prayer



Dec 10 2009 1:37 PM

Greetings Svlvain St-Amour, Thank you God bless!
Elegant N Design

Elegant N Design



Dec 10 2009 11:17 AM


Just stopping by to show your page a whole lot of love... Muah!!!

Tua

Tua Fuimaono



Dec 10 2009 11:17 AM

I love your music! It soothes my soul!
KayDee3964

KayDee3964



Dec 10 2009 11:17 AM

:P Still loving those vibs ... send them anyime!!!
Roll Tide Rachel

Roll Tide Rachel



Dec 10 2009 11:17 AM

Sweet dreams sweet Sylvain. Think of you often. Love and hugs, Rachel
MRS BLUE EYES

Susie Friend



Dec 10 2009 11:17 AM

thanks for the vibes :)
ANCKA

ANCKA



Dec 10 2009 11:15 AM

peace and love to you
in all that you do
one love*
Suzi Gagnier

Suzi Gagnier Bertrand



Dec 10 2009 2:05 AM

Welcome to the USA when you get here
Heidi

Heidi



Dec 9 2009 9:50 PM



'*.¸.*''*.¸.*''*.¸.*''*.¸.*'
HAPPY WINTER!
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Hello Sylvain,
thanks for the warm comment. I'm impressed of your harmonica sound. The songs are amazing, wow !!!
In this season of sparkling snow, when the earth is covered in a silvery white, I wish the beauty of the season fill your heart with the many joys that come with it......
I'm sending warm and positive rays your way
Heidi
Gigi :)

Gigi :)



Dec 9 2009 9:50 PM

Be thankful that you don't already have everything you desire. If you did, what would there be to look forward to? Be thankful when you don't know something, for it gives you the opportunity to learn. Be thankful for the difficult times. During those times you grow. Be thankful for your limitations, because they give you opportunities for improvement. Be thankful for your mistakes. They will teach you valuable lessons. Be thankful when you're tired and weary, because it means you've made a difference. It's easy to be thankful for the good things. A life of rich fulfillment comes to those who are also thankful for the setbacks. Find a way to be thankful for your troubles, and they can become your blessings.
Have a beautiful day :)
Chris

Chris



Dec 9 2009 9:49 PM

Have a great night
ABBY

ABIola MCIntyre



Dec 9 2009 9:07 PM

HEY CAN'T WAIT TO HAER THEM LOL!
tatia

tatia



Dec 9 2009 7:07 PM

bonne journée a toi.bisous.
Sway46

Sway46



Dec 9 2009 7:07 PM

Coucou Sylvain ! Merci de ton petit passage sur mon espance...ça fait toujours palisir de lire un de tes messages...
J'espère que tu vas bien et que tout se passe comme tu veux !
A bientôt !
Bisous !
SAKURA

SAKURA



Dec 9 2009 6:35 PM

..."moved"....."My Beautiful Irish lady".....that's great music!
Thanks a lots for the comment.
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