Jean Carignan, Fiddler (1975)
Man of the people, taxi driver, Jean Carignan is above all else one of the world's greatest violinists. In his hands reels become complex, intelligent creations, played with a virtuosity worthy of Paganni, and which continue the traditions of a genre passed on orally. A genre which has retained its popularity, and whose giants include Skinner, Coleman, Allard. Jean Carignan tackles their repertoire, as well as reaping the harvest of his exploration of Irish and Scottish musical traditions, which has made of him an internationally renowned specialist in Celtic music. This film is also a love story between an impoverished child and his violin, and provide a unique window into a remarkable era.
Cast
- Jean Carignan - Self
- Paul Gosselin - Self
- Benoit Bernier - Self
- Léo Plamondon - Self
- Arcade Gosselin - Self
Keywords
violin, quebec, folk music, violinist, fiddle, fiddler
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Jean Carignan, Fiddler about?
- Man of the people, taxi driver, Jean Carignan is above all else one of the world's greatest violinists. In his hands reels become complex, intelligent creations, played with a virtuosity worthy of Paganni, and which continue the traditions of a genre passed on orally. A genre which has retained its popularity, and whose giants include Skinner, Coleman, Allard. Jean Carignan tackles their repertoire, as well as reaping the harvest of his exploration of Irish and Scottish musical traditions, which has made of him an internationally renowned specialist in Celtic music. This film is also a love story between an impoverished child and his violin, and provide a unique window into a remarkable era.
- Who directed Jean Carignan, Fiddler?
- Jean Carignan, Fiddler was directed by Bernard Gosselin.
- Who stars in Jean Carignan, Fiddler?
- Jean Carignan, Fiddler stars Jean Carignan, Paul Gosselin, Benoit Bernier, Léo Plamondon, Arcade Gosselin.
- How long is Jean Carignan, Fiddler?
- Jean Carignan, Fiddler has a runtime of 1h 28m (88 minutes).
- What genre is Jean Carignan, Fiddler?
- Jean Carignan, Fiddler is a Documentary, Music film.
- Where was Jean Carignan, Fiddler produced?
- Jean Carignan, Fiddler was produced in Canada.