Marie-Véronique Bourque and Christine Tassan
Bruissement boréal: a new album coming out on May 9, 2025!
Bruissement boréal, is the story of a friendship and a creative union between two musicians from the Canadian jazz scene: Christine Tassan on guitar and Marie-Véronique Bourque on flute.
It is also the result of a challenge to compose new pieces remotely inspired by the sounds of nature in Quebec and Saskatchewan, where Christine and Marie-Véronique live. Five songs in five hours written by each simultaneously, taking into account the time difference. Five days of challenges, exchange, suggestions, new ideas shared, effects pedal tests, search for grooves and selection of songs to be developed.
In January 2024, it is in the enchanting setting of Domaine Forget (Quebec), that Christine and Marie-Véronique meet in person to continue their musical creative process and give life to Bruissement boréal, accompanied by double bassist David Meunier-Roy and percussionist and drummer Olivier Bussières. Recorded at Studio Opus in January 2025, Bruissement boréal will be launched at the Ministry (Montreal, QC) on May 16, 2025.
The album is a true ode to nature that surrounds us, inspires us, soothes us and without which we cannot exist!
Bruissement boréal: new show - season 2025-2026
Bruissements: composition of Christine.
Dialogue entre sauterelles: composition of Marie-Véronique.
Bruissement boréal adopts a richly blended style, shaped by the artists’ eclectic musical backgrounds, skillfully weaving together elements of traditional jazz, blues, Latin music, swing, and classical influences, and a touch of rock. The traditional jazz quartet is reimagined with originality, featuring an unconventional instrumentation: the flute (Marie-Véronique Bourque) and the guitar (Christine Tassan) take center stage, supported with finesse by the double bass (David Meunier-Roy) and drums/percussion (Olivier Bussières). A unique musical journey filled with joy, serenity, and depth.
Note: The show, created for a jazz quartet, can also be presented in trio or duo format.
The musicians
Christine Tassan - Guitarist
Composer, arranger.
For more than twenty years at the helm of her gypsy jazz group, Christine Tassan et les Imposteures, the guitarist and singer is also known for her multiple collaborations and her passion that have taken her all over the world. Talented composer and songwriter, Christine was nominated for the Juno Awards, ADISQ, OPUS and GAMIQ in 2021, and won the Opus award for best jazz album of the year in 2017.
Marie-Véronique Bourque - Flutist
Composer, arranger.
Jazz flutist and singer-songwriter, Marie-Véronique is known for her artistic audacity and distinctive jazz crossover style. Originally from Quebec and now based in Regina, she mixes original compositions with innovative interpretations of jazz standards, creating a unique and captivating sound. She was a semi-finalist in the 2024 International Songwriting Competition and the Unsigned Only Competition, and was nominated for the Saskatchewan Music Awards.
David Meunier-Roy - Bassist
David is a seasoned musician, passionate about electric bass and double bass, with more than twenty years of experience. Graduated in jazz performance, he developed a unique style mixing jazz, rock, pop, folk and funk. He has played across Quebec, Ontario and internationally on cruises, collaborating with various well-known artists and big bands. Curious and creative, David also explores new sounds in solo using synthesizers and effects, constantly pushing the limits of his musical expression.
Olivier Bussières - Drummer, percussionist
Olivier has a passion for hand percussion and cultural encounters through music. Trained in classical percussion at the Université Laval, he enriched his career by studying Middle Eastern percussion in Israel and learning from renowned musicians. A versatile artist, he plays in various musical styles, from jazz to folklore, and participates in many artistic projects. He also devotes a significant portion of his time to teaching, sharing his passion with students of all ages.