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About Gilles Servat

Gilles Servat is a French singer and songwriter born on February 1, 1945, in Tarbes, Hautes-Pyrénées. He is best known for his contribution to Breton and Celtic music. From a young age, he was drawn to Celtic, especially Breton, music and culture, which heavily influenced his musical career.

Musical Career:
Gilles Servat began his career in the 1960s as a singer of traditional Breton and Celtic songs. He quickly became an iconic figure in the Breton music scene in France. Over the decades, he has released numerous albums, including "La Blanche Hermine" (1972), which became a true anthem for the Breton cause, and "L'Essentiel" (1994), a compilation of his greatest hits.

Servat is also a staunch advocate for Celtic culture, the Breton language, and the cultural rights of Brittany. He contributed to the revival of Breton and Celtic music by blending it with elements of folk, rock, and French chanson.

Influences:
Gilles Servat's influences are deeply rooted in Celtic culture, particularly Breton culture. He draws inspiration from the legends, stories, and traditions of Brittany to create songs rich in poetry and Celtic identity. He has also been influenced by other Celtic and folk artists, as well as by Breton cultural movements and the assertion of Breton identity.

Musical Style:
Gilles Servat is known for his musical style that combines Breton and Celtic music with elements of folk, rock, and French chanson. His songs are often characterized by haunting melodies, poetic lyrics, and a commitment to Celtic culture. He plays various traditional instruments, including the bombarde and biniou, as well as more contemporary instruments.

Gilles Servat has the rare ability to touch the hearts of his audience while delivering a strong message about the preservation of Breton and Celtic culture. His musical career has significantly contributed to the recognition of Breton music and culture in France and beyond.

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breton folk

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16 albums

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2020  •  0 tracks  •  0 like
À cordes déployées
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2017  •  0 tracks  •  0 like
70 ans... à l'ouest !!!
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C'est ça qu'on aime vivre avec
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A-raok mont kuit: Avant de partir (Before leaving - Celtic Songs from Brittany - Keltia Musique)
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L'Albatros Fou
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Ailes et îles
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Je vous emporte dans mon cœur (35 ans de scène - Titres enregistrés en public)
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Sous le ciel de cuivre et d'eau
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Les albums de la jeunesse (French Songs from Brittany)
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Escales
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Comme Je Voudrai !
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La Blanche Hermine
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Gilles Servat En Concert
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Sur Les Quais De Dublin
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Litanies Pour L'An 2000
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Coffret : Comme je voudrai / Touche pas à la blanche hermine / Sur les quais de Dublin
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