Stivell was born in the Auvergnat town of Riom, France, and specialises in traditional Breton and Celtic music. He also plays instruments such as the bombarde, biniou, flute, etc.
A defining album is "Renaissance of the Celtic Harp" released in 1971 (and including the legendary Dan Ar Bras on guitar). The force of his live performances can be experienced through the album "A l'Olympia" released in 1972.
His official Web site is www.alan-stivell.com.
Ensemble
Alan Stivell Lyrics
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Bout 'zo traoù boutin bepred da holl dud an douar
Barrek eo mabden da gompren kalon an dudoù all
C'qu'il y a dans l'coeur de l'homme, tout l'monde peut le comprendre
Aesoc'h e c'hallomp eskemm mennozhioù disheñvel
Ma ouiomp e chom digemm memes traoù deomp-ni holl
Gwelloc'h eo deomp-ni kompren 'n traoù a lar ar re all
Dao eo 'n em glevet mat, dao 'vo bevañ asambles
Il faudra bien s'entendre, il faudra vivre ensemble
Memes ma omp disheñvel, evelse 'mañ ar vuhez
Il faudra bien s'entendre, il faudra vivre ensemble
Understand, each other
Silet 'vez re alies a-dreuz gant hon divskouarn
An traoù 'zo bet selaouet 'ba lavar ar re all
Peogwir bewech omp bouzar, diwan 'ra tro-war-dro,
Krogiñ 'ra 'n droug war an douar, droug 'ba kalon tud 'zo
Barrek eo mabden da gompren kalon an dudoù all
Ce qu'il y a dans l'coeur de l'homme, tout le monde peut le comprendre
N'omp ket da chom diseblant pa vez graet traoù direizh
Dao eo dimp prenañ skiant tro-'ar-dro hag e kreiz (bis)
Dao eo 'n em glevet mat, dao 'vo bevañ asambles
Il faudra bien s'entendre, il faudra vivre ensemble
Dao eo 'n em glevet mat, dao 'vo bevañ asambles
Il faudra bien s'entendre, il faudra vivre ensemble
The lyrics of Alan Stivell's song Ensemble focus on the idea of understanding each other and living together in peace. The singer emphasizes the importance of recognizing what is in the heart of every person, which is something that can be understood by everyone. The verses also discuss the difficulties that can arise when people do not listen to each other or act in a divisive manner. The chorus repeats the message that it is necessary to get along and live together, even if people are different from each other. The song encourages a sense of unity among all people, despite any differences that exist.
The verses use imagery to illustrate the points being made. The first verse compares the heart of one person to another country, suggesting that it is essential to have empathy and understanding for others. The second verse speaks about understanding each other's opinions, even if they are different, and suggests that everyone has something valuable to contribute. The final verse urges people to use their intelligence and to come together in order to achieve harmony.
Overall, the message of the song is one of unity and understanding. The lyrics encourage people to put aside their differences and to strive towards working together in peace.
Line by Line Meaning
Barrek eo mabden da gompren kalon an dudoù all
It's easy for us to understand the heart of others
Bout 'zo traoù boutin bepred da holl dud an douar
There are always little things to be found to make everyone happy
C'qu'il y a dans l'coeur de l'homme, tout l'monde peut le comprendre
What's inside a person's heart can be understood by everyone
Aesoc'h e c'hallomp eskemm mennozhioù disheñvel
It's easier for us to understand different thoughts
Ma ouiomp e chom digemm memes traoù deomp-ni holl
If we accept that we are all the same, we'll understand each other better
Gwelloc'h eo deomp-ni kompren 'n traoù a lar ar re all
It's better for us to understand what others are saying
Ne vez ket klevet ganeomp pep tra n'eus c'hoant ne' laret
We won't always hear what we want to hear
Dao eo 'n em glevet mat, dao 'vo bevañ asambles
We need to listen to each other and live together
Il faudra bien s'entendre, il faudra vivre ensemble
We need to get along and live together
Silet 'vez re alies a-dreuz gant hon divskouarn
Sometimes we argue with each other
An traoù 'zo bet selaouet 'ba lavar ar re all
Things have been said by others
Peogwir bewech omp bouzar, diwan 'ra tro-war-dro,
Because we're crazy, chaos will be unleashed
Krogiñ 'ra 'n droug war an douar, droug 'ba kalon tud 'zo
Evil will spread on earth, evil in the hearts of people
N'omp ket da chom diseblant pa vez graet traoù direizh
We can't stay divided when difficult things happen
Dao eo dimp prenañ skiant tro-'ar-dro hag e kreiz (bis)
We need to keep learning from each other's mistakes and experiences, always
Contributed by Anna F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@dicranum182
À 62 ans toujours autant de plaisir de laisser voguer son esprit sur cette musique ! Une belle époque avec une certainf liberté oubliée de nos jours @tchao
@pierreconreaux4086
Bonjour Alan et merci d'avoir remis la musique celtique à l'honneur. Je t'ai découvert il y a 35 ans et maintenant je joue dans le groupe "Taenn"(signifiant feu en Alsace) Allez, tan en breton, tain en celte insulaire....les celtes sont passés en Alsace et y ont laissé leur "patte" Merci aussi à Monsieur Werneer qui m'a insufflé le fiddle irlandais avant que je ne rencontre mon maître Kevin Burke. celtiquement votre Pierre
@c.c.6930
Monsieur Alan, écoutez Taenn, moi... j'adoooore!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bP0BLgDFqQM
@davidlebailly5828
Les Celtes étaient aussi en Normandie bien avant l arrivée des vikings ......
@p.s.d.8224
Gabriel qui fredonne !! Excellent !! On reconnaît la voix du grand maître Malicornien !!
@lluciabark2534
😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊
@thierrylucas7490
quand j'étais plus jeune c'était mon idol. J'ai maintenant 62 ans et c'est toujours mon idol. Merci Alan
@rfouga
ce genre de musiciens atteignent la classe des prophètes : ils te font aimer Dieu , les Hommes , la nature , la vie .
@wilfriedgernaey7052
💖👍
@florencelaborie5075
Merci ! Magnifique commentaire ! Profondément inspiré.