In our ​‘speed pod’ mini-series of quick insights into music and culture from around the world, we talk to music industry professionals about the music of their homeland, to give us a view into different music, composers, sounds and instruments which make music both unique and universal.  This time, we will be talking to HarrisonParrott Social Media Officer Lucie Rivet to tell us more about the sounds of France. Lucie tells us about what influences there are on French music, the musical sounds that are associated with the country, unique musical instruments which teach canaries how to sing, and introduces us to several French composers. As well as providing listeners with a wealth of musical insights, Lucie also gives us her personal recommendations for a French book, album and film, so we can dive deeper into understanding French culture and its contribution to the world. Lucie was interviewed by HP’s Fiona Livingston. The Culture Bar is a podcast series created by HarrisonParrott focussing on conversations in culture and the arts. Find us on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts, YouTube, Podbean, Deezer, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and all good podcatcher sites. Use #theculturebar or follow us on Twitter @_TheCultureBar to keep up with our latest releases