Réjouis-Toi

Released in the early 1970s by Editions Studio S.M., a French label specialized in religious and choral music, Réjouis-Toi features the contributions of Gaëtan de Courrèges alongside the youthful voices of Les Petits Chanteurs de Saint-Maurice. The record emerged from the post-Vatican II movement in France, which sought to modernize liturgical music by integrating contemporary folk sensibilities and accessible arrangements into traditional religious themes.

The design of the record reflects the modest, community-focused ethos of the era's religious folk movement. Courrèges, a prominent figure in French sacred songwriting, intended the music to foster communal participation within Catholic youth groups and liturgical settings. The album was well-received within its specific niche for its earnest, unpretentious sound, serving as a staple for French parish choirs and religious education programs throughout the decade.