Recorded in the historic Fortress of Louisbourg chapel to a live audience, this new EP is a fine work of musical excellence

It is time to be gifted with exquisite music at the time of so much turmoil. The chaos is concerning but let us stop for a while and listen. Humanity in traditional music resonates, and I think that is what we need right now. We need to go back and appreciate the beauty of each note, the ambiance of the chapel, and the quiet audience listening nearby. I am referring to the new EP by Maxim and Gervais Cormier. With “Maxim and Gervais Cormier: Live at the Fortress of Louisbourg,” you are in for a treat of superb recording and excellent musicianship. The sound recording captures the nuance and even the surface of the sound. The musical chemistry between father and son reverberates vividly in this 6-track EP. 

Recorded in the historic Fortress of Louisbourg chapel to a live audience, Maxim creates a timeless musical masterpiece in this project. The record captures the uniqueness of Cape Breton / Scottish style fiddle tunes played on guitars. There are also bonus treats, a Jazz-Manouche tune, and a Bluegrass medley. 

“Welcome to Your Feet Again” is both the single and the opening track of this EP. The duo plays through each note with real grace and elegance. This can only come from instrumentalists who honed their craft with pure artistic passion. If you feel the silence of Autumn and the need for reflective but lively music, you better grab this EP. “Maxim and Gervais Cormier: Live at the Fortress of Louisbourg is out now.