French and Francophone Music
La Marseillaise
The French national anthem - information, lyrics in French and English.
French Christmas Carols
Lyrics and translations of French Christmas carols, including "Douce Nuit" (Silent Night), "Vive le vent" (Jingle Bells), "Mon beau sapin" (O Christmas Tree), and more.
French Music for Kids and Classes
Most people like music, but kids in particular usually love it. Here are some French music links to help your child, your students, and you enjoy listening to and learning from French music.
Music for Francophiles
About's World Music Guide reviews her top 10 French-language CDs, including Edith Piaf, Le Vent Du Nord, and MC Solaar.
10 Iconic French Songs
Find out about some essential vintage French pop songs from About.com's Guide to World Music.
ABC de la Chanson francophone
Listen to hundreds of songs, complete with lyrics.
Acadian Musical Heritage
Information and links about "Grou Tyme," an Acadian music festival held in the Greater Halifax area. If you're interested in Acadian or Cajun music, this is the page you've been waiting for.
Analyse Musicale, Musicologie
List of composers and works as well as analyses of and information about the site creator's thesis. French only.
Association @lyon
History of music, terminology, classification of instruments, and much more. French only.
La Blogothèque
Un weblog musical fait par des blogueurs qui se sont retrouvés ensemble parce qu'ils aiment écouter, partager et parler de la musique.
Chansons françaises et francophones
A great selection of music - hundreds of songs from hundreds of musicians.
Chanter !
A database of websites for established and up-and-coming French bands.
Francevision
Catalog of French music to listen to online and order.
Francomix
Site about francophone music, with information about French-speaking artists and styles as well as audio clips.
French Music Promo
Blog which promotes French artists by posting the latest news of popular French artists including clips of the latest songs in the French charts and the official Singles/Albums charts.
French Songs
Annotated index of some of the best French musicians, music videos, and lyrics.
Karaoke Cafe
Online Karaoke, in French and English.
The Louisiana and Cajun Website Directory
Links to the best French Cajun bands.
Monthly Listing of Early Music CDs
List and some reviews of albums from before 1750 that were chosen as best/nearly best by French magazines. French or English.
Music of the Maghreb
Information about North African music and musicians.
Musique Plus
News and tons of information in French about the music scene at this Canadian radio station. Be patient - it takes a while to load.
Les Plus Belles Chansons d'Haïti
Listen to some Haitian music online.
Resmo
French music information and audio clips (mostly guitar and blues).
Taratata
Very popular French music television show - listen to music, watch videos, and read profiles of artists, all in French.
Virga
Learn about the history of French song.