10 Doigts en Cavale and Les Fils du Facteur: a unique artistic collaboration

1) A project born from an inspiring encounter

In 2021, a memorable encounter took place at the Musique en Omois festival: 10 Doigts en Cavale, specialised in music sign language, translated into sign language the concert of the French-Swiss band Les Fils du Facteur.

This moment not only captivated the Deaf and hard of hearing audience but also planted a seed in the band's mind, raising the idea of a longer and deeper collaboration.

Today, this idea is becoming reality with a unique partnership and a brand-new artistic project.

The bond between 10 Doigts en Cavale and Les Fils du Facteur grew stronger over time, with a shared ambition: to make music and the stage more accessible and inclusive.

The project is built around the regular translation of Les Fils du Facteur's concerts into sign language, so that Deaf and hard of hearing audience members can fully experience the energy and emotion of each concert.

Here is a glimpse of our first collaboration in 2021:

2) Residencies to create a brand-new show together

As part of this collaboration, residencies were planned to develop a brand-new show, where music sign language is not just a translation at the side of the stage, with no interaction with the band. Instead, it is a real artistic interpretation, built into Les Fils du Facteur's performances. This collaboration aims to bring everyone's talents together to create a complete stage experience, where music sign language and music answer and enrich each other. During these residencies, 10 Doigts en Cavale and Les Fils du Facteur worked hand in hand to match the expressive gestures of music sign language with the musical world of the songs, offering a visual representation of the band's poetry and humour.

Photo credits: Fabien Espinasse

3) A shared adventure for a wider audience

This partnership is a significant step forward for cultural inclusion.

Besides opening Les Fils du Facteur's audience to Deaf and hard of hearing people, this collaboration creates an artistic space where everyone can immerse themselves in a unique visual and sound interpretation.

Both teams are delighted with this adventure, which reflects their commitment to accessible and shared art.

The next performances promise a show that is vibrant, poetic and inclusive, where music and sign language become one.

Come and see the next signed concerts of Les Fils du Facteur!