Fishermen’s songs in French and Breton recount working lives at sea and changing fishing practices. Chansons en pêche follows an orally transmitted repertoire concerned with whales, cod, sardines, tuna and lobster. Anecdotes and images accompany the sung poetry, bringing the words of fishing communities into a concert in Douarnenez.
Chansons en pêche: Fishing Lives in Song
French and Breton songs tell of life at sea, with fishermen’s sung poetry, anecdotes and images following changing fishing practices.
About this event
Event Details
When:
20 September 2026 Europe/Paris
Where:
Auditorium, Place de l'Enfer, 29100 Douarnenez
Category:
Music & Dance, Regional Languages & Oral Traditions
Topic:
events
Region:
Bretagne, France
Although all events are verified at the time of publication, last-minute changes may occur. We advise visitors to consult the official organizer’s website before planning their visit.