The Duo Folklofolie
The Duo Folklofolie offers interactive, ever-evolving performances that bring Francophone culture to life through traditional French-Canadian music. Thanks to a dynamic, accessible, and participatory approach, André Varin and Marie-Claude Gagnon invite students to discover the joy of local music, featuring folk instruments, call-and-response songs, and folk dances. All of this comes together to create a vibrant and unifying experience.
The shows are designed to spark curiosity, encourage participation, and foster a sense of belonging to the Francophone culture. Students are invited to actively participate in a festive and inclusive atmosphere.
The Folklofolie Duo adapts to various age groups in both elementary and secondary schools, offering tailored and enriching educational content.
What’s New / Highlights
Our shows now place even greater emphasis on student interaction and the integration of participatory elements, making each encounter even more memorable and engaging.
Special Availability
We offer our shows from late January until the end of March 2027, a period that encompasses winter carnivals, sugar shacks, and Francophonie Month—ideal times to celebrate French language and culture with students.
Rates and Important Information
Please note that our contact information and performance fees remain unchanged from last year. As a reminder, shows are still limited to a maximum of 300 students per performance.
Pricing (with micro-grant): These rates apply when multiple shows take place at the same school.
| Number of Shows | Artist Fee |
| 1 show | $1,000 |
| 2 shows | $1,800 |
| 3 shows | $2,600 |
Micro-grants amount to $1,500 per school, per year, for a series of workshops and/or performances. For more information on these micro-grants, please visit the following webpages: PassepArt, ImmersArt, and ViceVersa.
The ACFA applies a $300 administrative fee per agreement to cover costs related to processing the micro-grant application, preparing agreements, as well as billing and payments.
To book the show, please contact us at: info.calgary@acfa.ab.ca
In the event that the school wishes to book Folklofolie outside of the micro-grant framework, we will put you directly in touch with the artist.