Veronneau
Award-winning VERONNEAU return to Blues Alley celebrating their 15th Anniversary. Hear the soulful French, American & Brazilian repertoire and their bluesy originals from across their 7 albums which have graced the Jazz, World and Folk Top 10's. In songs and stories vocalist Lynn Veronneau & guitarist Ken Avis travel in time through tempos rich and mellow, swing and samba. Often described as “a mini Pink Martini” VERONNEAU’s multilingual show is captivating, engaging and exquisitely performed. With special guests Karine Chapdelaine, Manny Arciniega, & Dave Kline.
Fronted by multilingual vocalist Lynn Veronneau and superb guitarist Ken Avis, VERONNEAU craft a sound that slips effortlessly across borders and genres. Singing in English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish, the duo blends acoustic bossa nova, swing, folk, and French chanson with finely crafted original songs. It’s music rooted in melody, groove, and emotional connection—genre-fluid, song-driven, and unmistakably their own.
A real-life couple with undeniable onstage chemistry, VERONNEAU are known for performances that are intimate, joyful, and deeply musical. They tour extensively throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe, drawing capacity crowds and returning regularly to premier venues and festivals including Blues Alley, the DC Jazz Festival, Strathmore Performing Arts Cetner, the Kennedy Center, and Callander Jazz & Blues Festival, along with live appearances on national radio.
Over a 15-year career, the band has earned seven Mid-Atlantic awards, including honors for Best Group, Best Vocals, and Best Recording and songwriting awards. Their albums have charted in the Top 10 across Jazz, World, and Folk charts, reflecting a musical range that defies easy categorization. Whether performing as an intimate duo or with a full ensemble, VERONNEAU bring the same warmth and precision to the stage as they do in the studio—captured vividly on Live at Blues Alley.Lyrical, swinging, and globally inspired, VERONNEAU deliver music that feels both timeless and right now.
