She is Acadian and she is a performer, born and raised in Prince Edwards Island. Last evening, the Kiwanis Club of Liverpool held a fundraiser, with Jeanette singing and playing her Tribute to Acadia. I am always astonished at the expertise of the Maritime musicians. And I am also fearful for their future. Being a musician is difficult, with no job security. Their life is the opposite of a tenured professor in academia. For instance, Jeanette lives in Belleville, Ontario although she tours the Maritimes each yearT
Her voice is beautiful and her 90 minute program was a delight. She sings in both French and English, telling the Acadia story, along with her family history. The only fact I would have liked to learn would to know how her ancestors ended up in Price Edwards Island after the expulsion in 1755 from Nova Scotia. It is a story that needs to be retold, as it was an unbelievable event. Jeanette gives a tribute to the Arcadian, who not only survived but thrived as they wended their way back home, although without their original land and homes. Their spirit never died, nor their talent for singing and playing.
All by herself, Jeanette is a tribute to the Acadians, with her talent and sparkling personality. Unfortunately, the Astor Theater was not full but those who attended were enthusiastic. Mary, Walt and I enjoyed the show enormously.
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