WAR-SAV
War-sav! Means « Stand Up! » in Breton. Such is the invitation offered to dancers by these young musicians from the Trégor region of Brittany who, since 2011 can be seen and heard, on the stages of numerous Breton festivals.
The recipe for their wonderful music is a well-kept secret: “All we can tell you is, that it is a perfect mix of traditional tunes, basted with a colourful folk sauce, and marinated in an energy saturated jus… to be eaten very hot and without moderation!”
The team is made up of five guys. Present from the very start, Elouan Le Couls, violinist, is the last of the band to have known the original recipe. His 4 strings to his bow, are outnumbered by the guitarist Camille Bossard’ sixes. Only 2 cords (in his throat) suffice to our crooner mod Bro Dreger Korentin “Koko” Le Davay to harangue the crowd and to sing the dañs tro in his inimitable way. As for Mathieu Messager, he is the band’s bombarde player and shares his taste for reeds with Matthieu Foltête whose accordion is full of them! Despite being anchored in the Trégor, the band does not hesitate to roam the Beton roads and beyond in their desire to meet more and more dancers! Tan deï !
Trio Roblin-Evain-Badeau
Since 2013, Benoît Roblin, Julien Evain, and Thomas Badeau have been sharing their music with great enthusiasm and generosity. Without any preconceived notions, the musical universe that is being built within the trio draws from archives, field recordings, and all the music that the three companions have access to. This energetic music generates interest from both music lovers and dance enthusiasts.
It is one of the most original dance trios of the moment! It brings together Thomas Badeau, clarinettist from Esquisse and the “Jeu à la Nantaise” collective, Benoît Roblin, hurdy-gurdy player from Berry, and Julien Evain, accordionist from Vendée. The repertoire alternates dances from the three regions. The sound is unique: a clarinet leading the dance and improvising, an electro hurdy-gurdy that is both melodic and percussive, and an accordion providing harmony and bass play. Subtle and energetic!
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Naragonia
Naragonia, after 21 years of touring Europe, has become an established name within the European folk scene. Since their inception in 2003, Toon and Pascale have released 10 warmly received albums and contributed to countless other recordings and projects.
Throughout this period, they have continuously sought to develop a unique sound and interplay. With their music, Pascale and Toon have inspired numerous musicians and groups. Many of Naragonia’s tunes have since become standards within the folk world.
Over the years, they have collaborated with many remarkable musicians and productions, including Andy Cutting, Gregory Jolivet, Gilles Chabenat, Philippe Laloy, Guy Swinnen, Theater Tal en Thee, Begijn le bleu, Paulo Lameiro, Fernhill… They have also performed live multiple times for Belgian radio. However, Naragonia remains humbly committed to the simple pursuit of beauty.
In 2022, Naragonia was nominated in the categories of “Best Live Band” and “Best Album.” In 2023, they were nominated again in the category of “Best Live Band,” and in 2024, they won the award for “Best Live Band” at the Flanders Folk Awards.
Oscina
Oscina weave tantalising tunes and spellbinding songs for concerts, balfolk & Euro-dances.
The band brings together three accomplished musicians to create their unique and captivating
sound … Anna Pack (diatonic accordions), Frances Watt (voice, flutes) and Chris Walshaw
(sax, pipes, whistles). Together they create mesmerising dance music to lose yourself in and
are releasing their debut CD in the second half of 2025!
Kerry Fletcher
Kerry Fletcher is a traditional dancer, performer, choreographer and teacher of many styles and is passionate about traditional dance. She has spent much time in Europe, particularly Sweden and France, learning dances from the locals! She teaches at dance clubs and festivals across the country. Kerry is particularly keen to get those new to dance up on their feet and dancing – she believes no one has two left feet, they just need to discover the music that moves them!
A bientôt!!
The Panards Dansants’ Team xx