Collette Savard
Acoustic / Pop / Folk Toronto, Canada |
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A talented singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist (guitar, dulcimer, banjo, ukulele) Collette Savard creates original music which combines elements of pop, folk, blues, jazz, and traditional songs, along with own unique viewpoint. Born and raised in North Bay, Ontario, she now makes her home in Toronto where she works and performs with her partner; producer/multi-instrumentalist John Zytaruk ( Buck 65, William & Polly.) Since the release of her 2005 debut CD "Most Improved Cheerleader" Collette and John have been entertaining audiences across Ontario and Quebec with their performances which involve them carting up to eight instruments to their gigs. Many listeners feel they sound like a full band even though they number only two on stage. This is probably due to the intricate arrangements, the constantly shifting sonic textures and the varied repertoire , the bulk of which features Collette's original song-writing but also includes choice covers of everything from old-time folk to George Gershwin, Robert Johnson, Warren Zevon, or even The Jackson Five rendered on dulcimer and acoustic guitar. Collette is currently recording the follow-up to her first CD. This one, scheduled for release in early 2008, will again feature all originals. This time she plans to have a CD that will more closely relate the experience of her live show; there will be an increased emphasis on acoustic instruments and intimate performances. Once again the production will be handled by John Zytaruk. Collette is also in the early stages of working on another recording project, this one very near and dear to her heart; a collection of songs which will share all-Canadian themes. She also hopes to include some traditional music in this project, which will be reflective of her Franco-Ontarian roots.
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all-time plays - 83
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Band Members - see all 2
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John Zytaruk - producer/backup musician (guitar/mandolin/banjo/lap steel/back vocals/loops) + whipping boy
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Collette Savard - songwriter/lead vocals/guitar/dulcimer/ukulele/banjo/humour
Comments - see all 8
Littlest Hobo: Dulcimer, bass, organ, string and horn section.
posted Apr 20
Like the songs. You should do a cover of the theme song to the tv show, Littlest Hobo. You could pull off a really good cover. Seriously.
posted Apr 20
No, I was talking about the acoustic. So its a Seagull. Those guitars always sound good.
posted Jan 13
Good to meet you too. Cool songs! What kind of guitar are you playing on "Full Of It"? It sounds really good!...................................................................................................................................................
posted Jan 11
Well there's at least one thing we don't have in common, you have got a beautiful voice! Great muisc :)
posted Dec 14
Hello! How have you been? You look look great! Are those new shoes? It sure is swell to be friends with you! 
posted Dec 10
Keep Rockin the tunes!! Collette :)
posted Jul 29
Green says:
Full of It is a cool track. Keep up the good music.
posted 1 week ago