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Florence Khoriaty, known as Florence K, is a Canadian pop singer and songwriter from Quebec, who performs material in English, French, Italian, Spanish and Portuguese. She is most noted for garnering a Juno Award nomination for Breakthrough Artist of the Year at the Juno Awards of 2014.
- Origin
- Québec
- Active since
- 1983
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Biography
Story
Florence Khoriaty, known as Florence K, is a Canadian pop singer and songwriter born on February 5, 1983, in Quebec. The daughter of musicians Hany Khoriaty and Natalie Choquette, she is recognized for blending various musical styles, including pop, jazz, and influences from classical, Cuban, and Brazilian music. Florence K performs her works in multiple languages, including French, English, Spanish, and Portuguese. She has participated in prestigious events, such as the Montreal International Jazz Festival in 2009. Her albums, including 'Bossa Blue' and 'La historia de Lola', received Félix awards at the Gala de L'ADISQ. In 2013, she joined the Clin d’œil Rock & Rose tour, aimed at raising awareness about breast cancer. In 2020, she hosted the show 'Vivre en funambule' on Savoir média.
- 01
Born on February 5, 1983, in Quebec.
- 02
Won a Félix for Best World Music Album in 2007 and 2009.
- 03
Hosted the show 'Vivre en funambule' on Savoir média in 2020.
- 04
Participated in the Montreal International Jazz Festival in 2009.
- 05
Released her debut album 'Live au Lion d'Or' in 2005.
Selection
Discography
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- Bossa Blue2006
Bossa Blue
- La historia de Lola2008
La historia de Lola
- Havana Angels2010
Havana Angels
- I'm Leaving You2013
I'm Leaving You
- Mi buena vida en concert2016
Mi buena vida en concert
- Matt & Florence: Quiet Nights2016
Matt & Florence: Quiet Nights
- A New Christmas2017EP
A New Christmas
- Estrellas2018
Estrellas
- Florence2020
Florence
- Brésil mon amour2023
Brésil mon amour
FAQ
About the artist
Q01How old is Florence K?+
Florence K was born in 1983.
Q02Where is Florence K from?+
Florence K is from Quebec, Canada.
Q03What kind of music does she make?+
Florence K primarily makes jazz music.
Q04What are her biggest hits?+
Some of her biggest hits include the albums 'Bossa Blue' (2006) and 'La historia de Lola' (2008).
Q05Since when has she been active?+
Florence K has been active since 2006.
Q06Has she won any awards?+
Florence K has won Félix awards at the Gala de L'ADISQ.