Le Pont De Nantes / Le Conscrit Du Languedoc / La Chaloupe A L' Eau / Les Tristes Noces

Released in 1967 on the Disques Temporel label, this 45-rpm extended play record features Guy Béart, a prominent figure in the French chanson tradition. During the 1960s, Béart established his own independent record label, Temporel, which provided him with the artistic autonomy to record both contemporary compositions and traditional French folk songs. This specific release focuses on the latter, showcasing his commitment to preserving and reinterpreting the heritage of regional French music.

The record compiles four traditional folk tracks: Le Pont De Nantes, Le Conscrit Du Languedoc, La Chaloupe A L' Eau, and Les Tristes Noces. These songs are quintessential examples of Béart’s work as a musical archivist and singer-songwriter. By applying his distinct, gentle vocal style and minimalist arrangements to these historical pieces, Béart intended to bridge the gap between ancient oral traditions and the modern French pop landscape, an approach that earned him a loyal audience of listeners who valued literary and historical depth in popular music.