IMPRESSIONNISTS

ABOUT THIS PROGRAM

Immerse yourself in a captivating journey where the masters of musical Impressionism – Fauré, Boulanger, Saint-Saëns, and Debussy – capture the essence of painters through their compositions. These composers explore the fleeting nuances of light and atmosphere, crafting sonic landscapes that evoke the vibrant paintings of that era. In works such as Fauré's 'Les Djinns,' where the music surges like a wave upon our souls, or Lili Boulanger's 'Sous bois,' where a subtle dialogue unfolds between the crystalline piano and the choir's broad, light lines, each note is a color on the composer's palette.

At the heart of this experience lies the masterful and unique fusion between melody, poetic text, and voice. Every word, every note resonates deeply, offering a sensory immersion where emotion and meaning blend in exquisite harmony. In this vein, Debussy's 'Trois chansons,' rare pieces written by the composer for choir, immerse us in three intimate worlds, sometimes melancholic, sometimes joyful, and sometimes tinged with nostalgia. These musical poems are undeniably gems of 20th-century French choral music.

Join us on this enchanting voyage where music and poetry merge into a unique sensory experience, where every note and every word resonates within the soul, inviting you to discover the richness and beauty of French musical Impressionism.

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