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Christine Atallah and the Bassalindos: Exotic, acoustic, upbeat world pop with Eastern flavors, jazz cool & Latin soul in a sophisticated and hip fusion. Christine, a rebel diva of Lebanese origin honed her considerable vocal chops in opera and jazz in Canada, Milan and New York. Her impressive pedigree includes singing in an Academy Award nominated movie and a world tour with the International Opera Festival. Her kaleidoscope debut CD: Escapades, has achieved critical acclaim being called “a gem” with “many treasures” and “astonishingly beautiful.” It is multilingual and thoughtful with sensitive arrangements, catchy melodies and global rhythms. A beloved staple of the Montreal music scene, the group has graced local and US stages as well as International Festivals the world over as far as Jordan and Egypt. Inspirational themes speak of peace, living in the moment, the nature of love & women’s strength.