Sherbrooke Record

Singer-songwriter and music producer, Chris Velan to perform at Beat & Betterave in Frelighsbu­rg

- The Scoop Mable Hastings

If you have not yet had the pleasure of checking out the Beat & Betterave in Frelighsbu­rg, you are missing out. This cozy, casual and delicious kid friendly café also showcases a variety of musical talent on Friday and Saturday nights. In a relaxed atmosphere and a menu for all including the accommodat­ion of those who are gluten free and vegetarian, the Beat & Betterave’s creative cuisine is matched by the opportunit­y to enjoy the music of some extremely talented, up and coming as well as seasoned artists.

On Friday, November 2 from 8:30 to 11:30pm, the Beat & Betterave will feature, Montreal troubadour, Chris Velan who will be playing in support of his new album, “Amateur Hour” with full band and new merchandis­e for sale. Tickets are on pre-sale for $15.00 per person and you can buy a ticket by calling 579-440-8600. You may be saying, “November, but it is only approachin­g early September.” Well, this show is likely to sell out quickly so now is the time!

Chris Velan is a singer-songwriter and producer from Montreal. With a mixed bag of musical influences and genres, Velan has toured throughout North America at The Montreal Jazz Festival, Sundance Festival, Osheaga and more. His seventh album, “Amateur Hour” will be released on September 14 and is packed with personal insight, conflict, and resolve with both ballads and catchy lyrics that will find you humming along. A performer of this calibre is a rare find in a small local Eastern Townships location and the Beat & Betterave has done it again in bringing another gem of a performer to the townships.

The café is located at: 41 Rue Principale, Frelighsbu­rg and with this opportunit­y you can discover two things, a talented performer and a location that you will surely return to time and time again.

Visit the Beat & Betterave website or their Facebook page to view some of the other talented artists who will be performing in the weeks to come. The list is impressive. Check out Chris Velan’s new CD by visiting: https://chrisvelan.com/

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