VOLO (FRANCE)
Volo: Two Voices, One Guitar, and the Performance Versatility of the Alhambra Crossover CS-1 CW
Founded in 2001 by brothers Frédéric and Olivier Volovitch, Volo is a prominent name in modern French singer-songwriter music (nouvelle scène française). Defined by their intimate setup of two harmonizing voices and a single guitar, the duo is celebrated for its lyrical storytelling, catchy melodies, and rich acoustic arrangements.
Since their first concerts in 2002, the Volovitch brothers have toured extensively across France, performing at iconic Parisian venues such as La Cigale, Le Trianon, Le Bataclan, and L'Olympia, as well as renowned international festivals like Francofolies de La Rochelle.
Eclectic Style, Lyrical Depth, and Discography
Volo’s music transitions seamlessly between gentle arpeggiated ballads and upbeat rhythmic riffs, keeping the vocal interplay and lyrical content at the forefront. Over fifteen years, they have built an impressive discography including acclaimed studio albums like Bien Zarbos (2005), Jours Heureux (2007), En attendant (2009), Sans rire (2013), and Chanson française (2017), along with the live record Blancs Manteaux À Volo (2006) and the popular EP Bref... (2008).
Technical Choice: Alhambra Crossover CS-1 CW with Fishman Electronics
To meet the demands of live concert performances and offer an easy feel for players accustomed to steel-string or electric guitars, Volo plays the Alhambra Crossover CS-1 CW nylon-string guitar equipped with Fishman electronics.
Alhambra's Crossover concept features a narrower nut width (48 mm) and a radiused (slightly curved) fingerboard, delivering exceptional playability and comfort. The Cutaway body style provides effortless access to the upper frets, while the solid top combined with Fishman amplification delivers a warm, natural, and feedback-resistant acoustic tone on stage.
Follow Volo
Stay updated with concert dates, new releases, and official videos through their online channels:
- Official Website: www.volo.fr
- Facebook: facebook.com/Volo.Officiel
- YouTube: Official YouTube Channel
A duo made up of brothers Frédéric and Olivier Volovitch, two voices and a guitar "‹ Two voices and a guitar, Volo is a duo made up of brothers Frédéric and Olivier Volovitch who started their journey in 2001. A duet framed in French song and worth listening to. A group with a lot of quality in their creations and that transmits good vibes to their audience when they play their music. Music full of feeling. Since they offered their first concerts in 2002, the Volovitch brothers have performed all over France. Their music has been played live in places such as the "Cigale" hall, the "Trianon Theatre", the "Bataclan" hall, the "Olympia" hall, the "Festival de Francofolies de la Rochelle", among others. As well as the recording of several albums. A formation capable of offering the public a varied typology of compositions, but always maintaining a musical plot line, maintaining the essence of the group. Different influences that can make a ballad turn into a rhythm, from an arpeggio to a riff, giving prominence and beauty to the voice, the lyrics and the melody. This group has created a very original and electric work that always maintains coherence. Discography During its 15 years of existence, the French group Volo has recorded five studio albums. Specifically: "Bien Zarbos" in 2005, "Jours Heureux" in 2007, "En attendant" in 2009, "Sans rire" in 2013 or their latest album "Chanson franͧaise" in 2017. In addition, this group recorded the concert album "Blancs amnteaux Í Volo" in 2006, a compilation called "C'est pas tout ͧa" recorded in 2010 and an extended play (EP) called "Bref..." in 2008 which included three titles "Ma P'tite Chanson", "J'espͨre" and "Bref...". Volo uses an Alhambra Crossover CS-1 CW with Fishman guitar in his performances. You can find out more about the Volo group on their website and various official social networks: web: volo.fr www.facebook.com/Volo.Officiel www.youtube.com/user/freresvoloofficial





















