French and Francophone Music

The French national anthem - information, lyrics in French and English.

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.

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.

About's World Music Guide reviews her top 10 French-language CDs, including Edith Piaf, Le Vent Du Nord, and MC Solaar.

Listen to hundreds of songs, complete with lyrics.

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.

List of composers and works as well as analyses of and information about the site creator's thesis. French only.

History of music, terminology, classification of instruments, and much more. French only.

Un weblog musical fait par des blogueurs qui se sont retrouvés ensemble parce qu'ils aiment écouter, partager et parler de la musique.

A great selection of music - hundreds of songs from hundreds of musicians.

A database of websites for established and up-and-coming French bands.

Catalog of French music to listen to online and order.

Site about francophone music, with information about French-speaking artists and styles as well as audio clips.

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.

Annotated index of some of the best French musicians, music videos, and lyrics.

Online Karaoke, in French and English.

Links to the best French Cajun bands.

List and some reviews of albums from before 1750 that were chosen as best/nearly best by French magazines. French or English.

Information about North African music and musicians.

News and tons of information in French about the music scene at this Canadian radio station. Be patient - it takes a while to load.

Listen to some Haitian music online.

French music information and audio clips (mostly guitar and blues).

Very popular French music television show - listen to music, watch videos, and read profiles of artists, all in French.

Learn about the history of French song.