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La Rochelle: Osmose, a family music story to discover on the quays of the Old Port

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Initially, it was a mother/son duo composed of Virginie Fari and Thomas Lefort. It offers French music with engaging and meaningful texts. “I write moralizing music,” explains Thomas Lefort. These amateur musicians have no defined style and put forward joyful and original compositions.

Everyone has their role: Thomas is the author and composer of his texts which he accompanies with drums and Virginie sings. This alchemy is felt, making the moment warm. This duo became a trio a year ago with the arrival of retired Philippe Verrecchia who takes care of sound management and skillfully handles the ukulele and guitar.

A living public space

Originally from the region, Thomas Lefort is a carpenter and Virginie Fari a cashier in a supermarket, two professional worlds far removed from the musical field. Unable to make a living from their compositions and their mini-shows, they nevertheless do their utmost not to sacrifice any of their passion. The trio seeks to stand out with the use of instruments such as the shaker, the kazoo and the loota (1) creating catchy music.

Between two songs, the group is happy to interact with its audience by discovering its musical universe far from classic covers. In reality, they talk about their daily lives, without barriers or significant staging, offering spontaneous and sharing representations. This simplicity induces a direct link with listeners, an accessible and lively approach where the street becomes an open stage. They restore its cultural dimension to public space, their artisanal approach highlights their authenticity.