Quelques+chansons+du+monde+francophone

= __La musique du monde francophone__ = =French has been spread throughout the world for many different reasons (economic, political, a diaspora etc.). The language has evolved in many different ways in different countries. Creole refers to the mixing of different languages into a new language (usually a native language with an outsider language). This new language contains elements of both languages and can be particular to small or large regions. Joual is the language particular to Quebec. It is a mix of Quebecois French (which is close to French spoken in France in the 16th century) and English turns of phrase. It is spoken all over Quebec and differs from region to region. = =__ The hotbeds __= =Where has French spread throughout the world? What areas have been affected by a strong French presence?=



=How has the presence of French influenced the arts in these countries? Let's take a look at how music has developed in the 'hotbeds' because of the strong presence of French.=

Quebec

=Quebec music is extremely diverse. While many groups stay rooted in traditional sounds, often as an hommage to their unique history in Canada, others have embraced new waves in music, appealing to a younger generation. Let's take a look at 2 prominent Quebecois groups.= = =

Mes aieux est un groupe de musique québécois qui mènent le mouvement du "néo-trad" (nouvelle musique traditionnelle). Ils combinent des thèmes traditionnels avec la modernité. La chanson, "Dégénérations" pose la question: Notre vie moderne, est-elle vraiment mieux que la vie des nos ancêtres? []




 * Paul van Haver**, better known as **Stromae** [stromaj] (born 12 March 1985) is a [|singer]-[|songwriter] of [|Belgian]-[|Rwandan] origin. He has distinguished himself in both [|hip hop] and [|electronic music]. He first became famous with the song "[|Alors on danse]" which remained at number one for several weeks in numerous countries throughout [|Europe].

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Africa: Amadou and Mariam




 * Amadou & Mariam** are a [|musical] duo from [|Mali], composed of the couple **Amadou Bagayoko** (guitar and vocals) (born in [|Bamako] 24 October 1954) and **Mariam Doumbia** (vocals) (born in Bamako 15 April 1958). The pair, known as "the blind couple from Mali" met at Mali's Institute for the Young Blind, and found they shared an interest in music. Amadou lost his vision at the age of 16 while Mariam became blind at age 5 as a consequence of untreated measles.[|[1]]

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Louisiana: Zydeco




 * Zydeco** (//French: "les haricots" or "le zaricot", English: "green beans" or "snap beans")// is a form of American roots or [|folk music]. It evolved in southwest Louisiana in the early 19th century from forms of [|Creole music]. The rural black Creoles of southwest Louisiana and southeast Texas still sing in [|Louisiana Creole French].

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Haiti: Wyclef Jean


 * Nel Ust Wyclef Jean** ( Haitian Creole pronunciation: [|[wajklɛf ʒã]], English: [|/ˈwaɪklɛf ˈʒɑːn/] ; born October 17, 1970)[|[1]] is a [|Haitian] [|musician], [|record producer] and [|politician]. At age nine, Jean moved to the [|United States] with his family and has spent much of his life in the country. He first received fame as a member of the acclaimed [|New Jersey] [|hip hop] group, the [|Fugees].

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