LE PETIT VIOLON DE MR. GRÉGOIRE

Rich in the French prog tradition the music of MONA LISA is emotionally dramatic with great emphasis on the theatric impact of this concept album. "Le Petit Violon De Mr Grégorie" parallels the dramatic symphonic tendencies exhibited in parent french prog band ANGE in which one can draw many parallels. Lead Singer here sounds to my ears as a cross of ANGE's Christian Decamps and portions of Peter GABRIEL. One of my favourite French prog tracks of all time is "Allons Z'enfants" which blends all the right elements for me.. dramatic lyrics, great melody, excellent musicianship and poignant atmospheres. The fine folks at Musea have done a great job in re-packaging this magnificent piece of prog history with some great liner notes and photo's. Musically MONA LISA's compositions are dramatic and complex with some lovely melodies and musical moments. Guitars and bass are standout instruments here with some truly unmistakable originality in compositions throughout. Without a question "Le Petit Violon De Mr Grégoire" would rank as one of my personal all time fav French prog albums and is considered by this music lover as a masterpiece.