Un cadeau pour Sophie

Story and songs Gilles Vigneault Illustrations Stéphane Jorisch Singers Francis Cabrel, Ariane Moffatt, Pierre Lapointe, Martin Léon, Térez Montcalm, James Hyndman, Jessica Vigneault

A poetic story by Gilles Vigneault about friendship and old age that takes place in a seaside setting and depicts a sense of continuity, the importance of remembering and the happiness a gift can bring.  9 songs accompany the narration of this touching story about two friends, Sophie and Emilio, and the old man Tom who teaches them how to see the world through their hearts.
Age: 2-7  / Pub date: 2007

Singer-songwriter

Gilles Vigneault, a member of the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame, is hailed as one of Canada’s most important music figures of the 20th century, especially as a champion Québécois folksinger. His work often evokes his great love of nature and the passion he has for his hometown - Natashquan, a remote, wind-swept village on the banks of the St. Lawrence. He has received numerous distinctions including the "Grand prix du disque de l'Académie Charles-Cros" in France and the "Médaille Vermeil" offered by the City of Paris.

Illustrator

Stéphane Jorisch is a four-time winner of the Governor General’s Literary Award, the Ruth-Schwartz Children’s Book Award and the Amelia Frances Howard-Gibbon Illustrator's Award. He has also created set designs for Le Cirque du Soleil.

Quotes from the press

“A beautiful gift!”
PARIS MÔMES (LIBÉRATION)

“A high-quality storybook-music CD that will make the whole family happy.”
L’ÉDUCATION MUSICALE

“A success!”
LE NOUVEL OBSERVATEUR

“Simply put, a priceless perspective on life”
LA REVUE CHORUS

Awards

TD Canadian Chldren's Literature Award

Coup de cœur Charles-Cros

Governor General’s Literary Award in the category "Illustrations" (finalist)

Mino Adami Award (finalist)