Candlelight Concerts 2026

PROGRAM AND TICKETS ON SALE STARTING May 8

Music for all tastes every Wednesday this summer at 8:30 p.m. - eight candlelitght concerts in the intimate atmosphere of a small church renowned for its superb acoustics

Presented with our major partners (the MRC du Rocher-Percé, the City of Percé, Hydro-Québec) and important partners (Desjardins, National Assembly - Stéphane Sainte-Croix, MNA for Gaspé)

July 1: Mimi O'Bonsawin

Mimi O'Bonsawin is a Franco-Ontarian and Abenaki singer-songwriter, a member of the Odanak First Nation. Her music, influenced by both her Indigenous heritage and acoustic pop, is characterized by sensitive lyrics, organic rhythms, and a deep connection to nature. Accompanied by her partner Ryan Schurman on drums and percussion, she delivers an intimate yet vibrant performance, blending poetry, groove, and heartfelt emotion. A winner and finalist of numerous awards, Mimi has performed in France, Australia, and across Canada, captivating audiences with her unique voice and luminous stage presence.

July 8: Luan Larobina in a duo with Cédrick St-Onge.

Born in Gaspé, Luan Larobina draws her inspiration from somewhere between her Latin roots and the subtleties of the St. Lawrence River. Her music is a fusion of identities that transports us to a place where we have no choice but to live on love and fresh water. From the melodies to the lyrics, her songs create a hushed universe, attentive to the subtleties of nature and the vulnerability of human emotions. Luan Larobina sees music as a space for sharing that transcends differences, giving way to intuition and authenticity.

Opening the show (15 minutes), Benoit Francoeur on piano invites you into his Gaspé folk world with his friend Colin Drouin (bass/double bass).

July 15: Nicolas Pellerin and Les Grands Hurleurs

Over time, the group has won the hearts of Quebec and international audiences with its modernized and accessible traditional music. With the integration of folk and classic bluegrass influences, the group will surprise and move audiences with this enriched traditional music! Violins, mandolin, guitar, foot percussion, and rich vocal harmonies blend together to explore a multitude of emotions. The trio (Nicolas Pellerin, Louis Thibault, and Philippe Girard) delivers captivating performances thanks to the wide array of instruments played, the dynamic presentation of their acts, and their exceptional musical prowess. Winner of the 2026 Opus Award — Quebec Traditional Music Show of the Year.

July 22: Jonny Arsenault – Les Aurores

Accompanied by Marie-Lou Brière-Berthelot (percussion and vocals) and David Bélanger (acoustic guitar)

Jonny Arsenault is a singer and guitarist from the Baie-des-Chaleurs region of the Gaspé Peninsula. With his warm, powerful voice and sharp guitar playing, this artist has been performing original songs since the release of his EP "Nos fêlures précieuses" in March 2020. In early 2025, Jonny will unveil his first full-length album, "Les aurores," which he will tour across the country with, connecting with the audience who first discovered him in 2015 during his remarkable run on the television show "La Voix" as part of Marc Dupré's team. He shared the stage with Dupré on several occasions, notably at Montreal's Bell Centre. Since then, Jonny has showcased his talent on stage with renowned artists such as Kevin Parent, Les Porn Flakes, and Les Respectables, where he opened for Éric Lapointe at the Festival d'Été de Québec. With sounds reminiscent of John Mayer, Marcus King, and even Led Zeppelin, Jonny Arsenault is known for conveying emotion through both his music and lyrics. With producer Gauthier Marinof by his side and some of Quebec's finest musicians, he delivers an album of groovy songs that are best enjoyed with your eyes closed.Specific Partner: Desjardins Caisse du Littoral gaspésien

July 29: Éric Dion - L’origine du vent (The Origin of the Wind)

Éric Dion, a native of Baie-des-Chaleurs in the Gaspé Peninsula, and also a member of the folk duo Dans l’Shed, explores new sounds with his new album, L’origine du vent. While still driven by guitars reminiscent of Americana, his new songs embrace pop-oriented textures with the addition of pianos, synthesizers, and backing vocals. All the songs are set in his village or a Gaspé location where he experienced significant moments. He opens up about the passage of time, love, breakups, friendship, and parenthood. In 2025, the first single from the album, "Les matins fragiles," reached the Mediabase Top 100, and the artist was crowned iHeart Future Star on the Énergie network. With musicians Éric Blanchard (electric guitar) and Marie Lou Brière Berthelot (bass and vocals).

August 5: Jayne Sutton – Vocals; Marc-André Cuierrier – Piano

PIANO-VOCAL EVENING - Soul • Blues • Emotion

An intimate musical evening where the power of the voice meets the elegance of the piano. A native of Pabos, in the Gaspé Peninsula, Jayne Sutton transports us with a warm, sweet, and deeply emotive voice, inspired by the soul of soul and blues. At the piano, Marc-André Cuierrier, a musician of great sensitivity, accompanies with finesse and creates a rich and vibrant musical dialogue.

August 12: Ménestrel - L'Ordre du bon temps (The Order of Good Times)

L'Ordre du bon temps was the name of the first "theatre" in New France, established by Samuel de Champlain. The concert is based on a simple question: "What might we have heard there?" A mix of traditional songs, such as "À la claire fontaine," and well-known early music pieces, such as those by Dowland and Monteverdi. This is a program primarily in French, with pieces in English and Italian. All of it is sung, accompanied by lute and violin. Ménestrel is an early and folk music ensemble, founded in 2019 by Janelle Lucyk (vocals, violin) and Kerry Bursey (vocals, lute), specializing in the fusion of Baroque, Classical, and folk repertoires.

Specific Partner: Uniprix of Percé and Chandler

August 19: Jazz duo – Zoé Jean-Deslauriers et Marianne Trudel

The duo of Zoé Jean-Deslauriers on vocals and Marianne Trudel on piano returns to our stage this summer with a show sure to charm jazz and chanson enthusiasts. These two musicians, skilled composers and improvisers, come together on stage in a musical exchange where their distinct yet interconnected worlds converge. Through their musicality, sensitivity, and shared love for the Gaspé Peninsula, they will take you on a journey through moments and places that are both comforting and inspiring.

Specific partner : The International Institute for Critical Studies in Improvisation.