Testimonials

"Working with Marc has always been a great pleasure, he is a human being of great generosity who has always known how to put his talent at the service of the musical project. As Band Leader of the CIRQUE DU SOLEIL show "Kurios, cabinet of curiosities", Marc has always known how to preserve the spirit of the music that was originally composed. I was able to rely on him in all circumstances, he is an honest and rigorous being in whom I was able to put all my trust. Calm, Patience, Listening are all qualities he possesses and which will have constantly favored collective immersion in an atmosphere conducive to creativity. Marc is obviously a great music lover. In addition to being an outstanding composer and arranger, he integrates the whole technical dimension of sound. From the acoustic design of his studio to the use of the latest processing technologies, he is a precise engineer, a true sound craftsman".

"As the writer and director of the Cirque du Soleil show Kurios-Cabinet of Curiosities, I had the pleasure of working with Marc for a few years . His calm and honest leadership, his passion for the musical and scenic work, his talents as a musician, his ease with technology without being distracted from the emotion, his qualities as a gatherer and communicator, his listening skills and his intelligence make him an exceptional person in a team . I applaud to this new project: what a fantastic place for creation! It will be j'am convinced that it will be a spring board for the imagination of the artists who will come to create works there . If I were a musician, director or composer, i would definitely want to cross the threshold of this magical world to realize my next chapter, to reach a higher level of inspiration and quality. "

"Marc Sohier and I worked together at Cirque du Soleil for 2 years, him as conductor and I as artistic director, for the creation and tour in North America of the show "Kurios - Cabinet des Curiosities". During the intense period of creation without counting his hours, Marc collaborated with the composers, had the musicians rehearse with enthusiasm and he refined all the technical elements of the orchestra. For the premiere of "Kurios" the music was ready, brilliantly prepared. As the tour progressed, as the show evolved, Marc adapted the music to best support the visual numbers, respectful of the spirit of the composers and the artistic quality of a production of this caliber. . it’s with the same requirement that he conducted the orchestra for each performance. This team spirit and this love of a job well done have largely contributed to the great success of "Kurios - Cabinet of Curiosities". I really enjoyed those years of working with Marc; our collaboration was fruitful and easy, thanks to his frank, devoted and unbiased personality. When I was transferred to another Cirque du Soleil show, I left with peace of mind: I knew that the music, the soul of the show, was in safe custody with Marc in charge.

"Marc Sohier knows how to capture the magic of the present moment and turn it into music. In addition to being a remarkable musician, Marc Sohier is an exceptional musical director. Under his direction, the music takes on its full meaning. As a musical director, Marc Sohier connects music to live action in a way only true professionals do: with love and audacity. Sensitive, attentive to the artists around him, Marc Sohier is the Jacques Demers of musical directors."

"I had the pleasure of working with Marc on an international touring show. He was a fair and disciplined musical director. He worked hard daily to improve the technical and musical progress of our production. Always lookin for  challenges and updating his knowledge as soon as he could. Marc also mixed and mastered my album. I knew he was going to take on the project at a high technical level because we share the same musical passion. The result is dynamic and detailed. I can assure you without an ounce of doubt that he will be just as effective at the controls of his studio for your projects. Marc is an accomplished musician and a real pleasure to work with."

I had the great pleasure of working with Marc in a Cirque du Soleil show for three years, where he was band leader and bass player! Marc’s musicianship and leadership is top level as well as his professionalism and good character! He always emanates a warm, calm and collected energy that everyone is drawn to. His open mindedness and integrity shows a beautiful creative mind. If I was in the area of Quebec, I would surely record my music in his self-built studio! To work with Marc would be a dream for any musician! www.lanacencic.com