Philippe Brault

Introduced to the classic violin at the age of 7, Phillipe Brault is on a constant quest to find the largest possible instrument, until, at age 12, he settles for the stand-up bass. As a teen, he substitutes his need for size for that of volume and parallel with his studies in classical music, he starts playing the electric bass in the rock group Mes voisins n’en peuvent plus.

He then very successfully commences studies at Cegep Saint-Laurent and begins working with Tomas Jensen in 1999. He will record 4 albums with him as bass player and arranger, performing in shows all over Quebec. He joins Pierre Lapointe’s group in 2004, assuming the role of arranger, bass player and musical director.

Beginning in 2004, his collaborations multiply as an arranger (Fanfare Pourpour, Salut JOE!, Alexandre Belliard), producer (Bruno Marcil, Ivy, Emi, Pierre Lapointe) and bass player (Philippe B, Ligue d’Improvisation Musicale de Montréal). He has also composed music for many theatre productions.

In 2006, Phillipe Brault received a felix for best musical arrangements for Pierre Lapointe’s album La foret des mal-aimes. The album has since been certified Platinum.

Audio excerpts

"L'Or du Golf" (2015) - Film play pause
"Pourquoi tu pleures ?..." (2016) - Théâtre play pause
"Les Manchots" (2017) - Théâtre play pause
"La Reine Margot" (2010) - Théâtre play pause
"Some Hope for the Bastards" (2017) - Danse play pause

Projects

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Une révision

Cinémaginaire Inc.

2021

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Drunken Birds

micro_scope

2021

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Maria Chapdelaine

Item 7

2021

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The Fireflies Are Gone

ACPAV

2018

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L’or du golf

2015

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Fermières

2014

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Émilie

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Le Vendeur

News

Sep
22

ADISQ 2022 Nominations

Ray-On congratulates Philippe Brault for his ADISQ 2022 nomination in the “Album of the year – instrumental” category for his soundtrack for “Maria Chapdelaine”. Moreover, TEKE::TEKE, which includes the composer Serge N. Pelletier, is nominated in the “Album of the year – other language” and “Arrangements of the year” categories. Good luck to the nominees!

Jun
7

“Drunken Birds” wins 10 IRIS Awards, including Best Original Music

DRUNKEN BIRDS by Ivan Grbovic comes out as the big winner of the Quebec Cinema 2022 Gala, with a total of 10 trophies. On top of collecting the Iris for Best Film (Luc Déry, Kim McCraw), Best Directing (Ivan Grbovic) and Best Scenario (Ivan Grbovic, Sara Mishara), the film also won the IRIS for Best Original Music, composed by Philippe Brault

Apr
16

Two IRIS 2022 Nominations for Philippe Brault

Quebec Cinéma unveiled on April 14 its IRIS 2022 nominees. 3 films are to be highlighted: “Maria Chapdelaine” by Sébastien Pilote (16 nominiations including best original score), “Drunken Birds” by Ivan Grbovic (16 nominations including best original score), “Une révision” by Catherine Therrien (5 nominations). Ray-On is co-publisher of the 3 films, all scored by the talented Philippe Brault.

Nov
1

“Une révision” Out This Friday Nov. 5th – Music by Philippe Brault

“Une révision” is the first feature film from director Catherine Therrien. Scored by Philippe Brault, the movie follows Étienne, a Cégep teacher, and Nacria, one of his student, contesting a grade after citing a passage from the Coran as an argumentative texte in a dissertation. The movie is out this Friday November 5th.

Oct
5

“Drunken Birds” Will Represent Canada at the Oscars

The film, directed by Ivan Grbovic and scored by Philippe Brault, was chosen among 10 films submitted to the Telefilm Canada selection committee to represent Canada at the Oscars in the “Best International Film” category. “Drunken Birds” will be presented at Festival du Nouveau Cinema next week before releasing in cinemas on October 15!

Sep
24

hilippe Brault Presents His Soundtrack For Sébastien Pilote’s Maria Chapdelaine

Philippe Brault presents his original soundtrack for Maria Chapdelaine, a historical drama from director Sébastien Pilote. The soundtrack is available today alongside the film produced by Item 7. Philippe’s score waltz brilliantly between string arrangements and guitar pieces, creating a heartfelt classical soundtrack with folk accents, perfectly complimenting this classic story from the Quebec terroir.

Aug
12

“Les oiseaux ivres” from Ivan Grbovic at TIFF – Music by Philippe Brault

“Les oiseaux ivres” from filmmaker Ivan Grbovic will be part of the programming of TIFF’s 46th edition. The movie, scored by the music of Philippe Brault, will be premiered in the Platform section of the programming, which aims to feature innovative and groundbreaking filmmakers. The film follows Willy from Mexico to Canada on his quest to find his lost love Marlena, and where he gets hired as a seasonal working at the Bécotte farm, close to Montreal.

Jul
6

Philippe Brault nominated for Gémeaux Prize 2021

Congratulations to Philippe Brault for his nomination for the 2021 Gémeaux prize in the “Best Original Music: Fiction” category for his work on the TV series “Bête noire”, produced by Encore Télévision.

Mar
12

Philippe Brault presents the post-rock EP “Fear and Greed”

With “Fear and Greed”, an instrumental EP infused with post-rock influences released on March 12, Philippe Brault gives a new life to the music he composed for choreographer Frederick Gravel’s unique show “Fear and Greed” at Usine C and performed live with Philippe on bass backed by veteran musicians Nicolas Basque on guitar (Plants and Animals) and José Major on drums (Pierre Lapointe, Jimmy Hunt).

Dec
10

Philippe Brault behind the music of Cirque du Soleil’s “Axel”

It is with the Cirque du Soleil’s latest show that Philippe Brault takes the plunge working in the circus industry. For the occasion, the composer’s work on the production includes adapting well-known classics, writing new songs, and composing a more traditional soundtrack suited for a live show.

Sep
18

“The Fireflies Are Gone” nominated at the 2019 ADISQ Gala

The original soundtrack of the popular movie “The Fireflies Are Gone”, composed by the talented Philippe Brault, has been nominated at Gala ADISQ 2019 in the “Album of the Year – Instrumental” category! Philippe is also nominated in the “Best production” category as co-producer of Koriass latest album, “La nuit des longs couteaux”.

Feb
7

Philippe Brault nominated at Canadian Screen Awards for The Fireflies Are Gone music

Philippe Brault has been nominated for “2019 Achievement in Music – Original Score” at the 2019 Canadian Screen Awards, presented by Acadmy for Canadian Cinema and Television, for his original score on “The Fireflies Are Gone”, directed by Sébastien Pilote and produced by ACPAV. The gala will take place March 31st and will air live on CBC.

Oct
15

“The Fireflies Are Gone” movie soundtrack now available!

The soundtrack for “The Fireflies Are Gone”, scored by Philippe Brault, is now available on all digital platforms! Directed by Sébastien Pilote (production: ACPAV, distribution: Les Films Séville), the movie was named “Best long feature film” at this year’s TIFF (Toronto International Film Festival)

Sep
17

2018 Gémeaux prize winners unveiled

Maisonnette is proud to have contributed to multiple productions rewared at Gémeaux prizes last Sunday, including Plan B for “Best drama series” (music by Mathieu Vanasse), Lâcher prise for “Best comedy” (music by Serge Nakauchi Pelletier), and last but not least Terreur 404 for best original web series: fiction, for which composer Jonathan Dauphinais wrote the music.

Sep
17

“La disparition des lucioles” hailed as Best Canadian Feature Film at TIFF

The spotlight was on Quebec cinema last week at TIFF (Toronto International Film Festival) as the movie “The Fireflies Are Gone” (La disparition des lucioles), directed by Sébastien Pilote and scored by Philippe Brault, was awarded the prize of Best Canadian Feature Film. The good news very timely as the film will hit theaters this Friday September 21.

Sep
11

Philippe Brault Awarded SPACQ 2018 Prize

Philippe Brault is one of the 18 2018 SPACQ (Société professionnelle des auteurs et des compositeurs du Québec) prize lauréate. He was awarded the François Cousineau – Musique de chansons prize. Other laureate include Hubert Lenoir, Loud and Émile Bilodeau.

Aug
7

La disparition des lucioles will open the FCVQ festival

After shining at Karlovy Vary, considered as the most influencial cinema event in Central and Eastern Europe, and at TIFF, “La disparition des lucioles” will open the FCVQ festival (Festival de cinéma de la ville de Québec). Soundtracked by Philippe Brault, director Sebastien Pilote’s third opus will launch the event’s 2018 festivities as a Quebec premier and opening night showing Thursday September 13.

Jun
26

“La disparition des lucioles” World Premiere at Karlovy Vary Festival. Music: Philippe Brault

The World Premiere of Sébastien Pilote’s lastest film, “La disparition des lucioles” will take place this week at Karlovy Vary Film Festival. Produced by ACPAV (Bernadette Payeur et Marc Daigle), the movie features Philippe Brault’s original soundtrack and actors Karelle Tremblay, Pierre-Luc Brillant, Luc Picard and François Papineau.

Sep
25

Philippe Brault signed the music of Sébastien Pilote’s new film

Philippe Brault composed the original soundtrack of the new film of Sébastien Pilote, “La disparition des lucioles”, production ACPAV (Bernadette Payeur et Marc Daigle). Featuring Karelle Tremblay, Pierre-Luc Brillant, Luc Picard and François Papineau.

Jan
17

Brecht at the TNM, music by Philippe Brault

The play “The Good Person of Szechwan” by Bertolt Brecht will be presented tonight at the TNM with Isabelle Blais in the lead role. The play was directed by Lorraine Pintal and the music was composed by Philippe Brault. At the TNM until February 11th.

Apr
17

Movie “L’Or du Golfe”, music composed by Philippe Brault, now in theaters

Philippe Brault composed the music of the documentary « L’or du golfe ». Directed by Ian Jaquier / Production Laterna Films inc./ Distribution Rapide Blanc

Now in theaters Excentris in Montréal and Cartier in Quebec.

Apr
15

Release of the week : The documentary “Fermières” – Music by Philippe Brault

The movie “Fermières” will be out on 18 april in many cities. See the full list here : http://fermieres.radio-canada.ca/horaire. The trailler and all the information on the facebook page of the film : https://www.facebook.com/FermieresLeFilm

Nov
23

The documentary «Fermières» closes the RIDM Festival – music by Philippe Brault

The documentary «Fermières», directed by Annie Saint-Pierre, will be presented in world premiere as closing film for the RIDM Festival.

Production : Micro_scope

Musique : Philippe Brault

Director : Annie StPierre

Oct
23

ADISQ: EL DORADO SUNSET WINS 2 FELIX AWARDS and PHILIPPE BRAULT 1 FELIX !

Congratulations to Boogat for winning 2 Félix awards for his great album “El Dorado Sunset” in the categories “Best World Music Album” and “Best Record Production” with Ghislain Poirier ; and also to Philippe Brault for his Félix award as “Best Arranger” with Guido del Fabbro for the album Punkt of Pierre Lapointe!

¡ Felicidades !

Apr
22

Philippe Brault realized the OST of “Emilie”, the new interactive production of Radio Canada

Émilie, the 1st transmedia fiction of Radio Canada has just been released on Quebec theatres !

Music signed by Philippe Brault

A production Radio Canada / Attraction Images

Click here to watch the trailer

Mar
14

PUNKT, Pierre Lapointe’s new album directed by Philippe Brault is n°1 of the top selling albums in Canada !

Released by Audiogram on the 26th of February 2013, PUNKT is the second album that gather the two talented Pierre Lapointe and Philippe Brault after “La forêt des mal-aimés”. More than 15 000 units have been sold for the past two weeks and that’s just the beginning !

Jan
28

Philippe Brault is working on the direction of three new records

Philippe Brault’s planning is quite overbooked : the new album of the band Hotel Morphée entitled Des Histoires de Fantômes (Audiogram) recorded during Automn 2012, will be released on the 12 february 2013 ; The second album of Random Recipe (Bonsound) marks the renewed collaboration between Philippe and the band; The future album of Pierre Lapointe Punkt (Audiogram) will also be composed by Philippe and will be released the 26 february 2013.

Oct
10

Hôtel Morphée : Philippe Brault is directing their first album

The first record of Hôtel Morphée entitled Des histoires de fantômes was directed by Philippe Brault and will be released early 2013.

While waiting for it, you can watch the first videoclip of the album here.