A Stork delivery

By June Wulff

Globe Staff / March 12, 2010

This too-young-to-be-this-talented cabaret chanteuse and songwriter recently released her second album, “Joie de Vivre,’’ described by critics as upbeat, sassy, sensual, and intimate. The Stork Club welcomes Violette, the French native and Berklee College of Music alum for two gigs in the South End where she will perform tracks from the new release. Stop by for a little jazz, funk, soul, and ooo la la. 9:30 p.m. (also March 26). No cover. The Stork Club, 604 Columbus Ave., Boston.

617-391-0256. www.storkclubboston.com

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There is something about French music, starting with classical, that sets it apart. The use of woodwinds and brass is sensational. The melodies are highy original. It is not derivative, it is revolutionary. French popular songwriters of the 20thcentury could not escape their musical heritage. The influences of their compatriot musical geniuses is often found in their chansons....

The title of this, Violette’s second CD, is most appropriate and harkens back to her first “official” commendation – the “Joie de Vivre” award she won in kindergarten while still living in her native country of France. Translated as “Joy of Living”, a quality that is reflected in her music to this day. The title song opens with the sound of children’s laughter as it moves into a jazzy vibe and Violette’s buoyant voice scarcely able to contain the “joie” within. Multi-tracked vocals on the chorus lift the song up to another level altogether....