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Dive into a musical journey where past and present meet with elegance. This unique concert offers you a captivating dialogue between the great contemporary French songs, rearranged for period instruments, and the majestic arias of the opera. Rediscover the power of words and melodies in a unique sound box, where harp, viol and baroque flute accompany the magnificent voice of Myriam Leblanc and reveal new colors with modern successes. A bold and refined experience that celebrates the richness of our musical heritage, from Carmen to Joe Dassin, between tradition and reinvention.

With her first solo album, La bergère, released in September 2020, produced with ATMA Classique and bringing together the best musicians of the Montreal baroque scene, soprano Marie Magistry brings to life the charm of 17th-century French court music.

In these troubled times, the Chant de paix concert aims to provide a moment of pause, reflection, and meditation on the theme of peace. The program includes a cappella Gregorian chants, songs related to the concert’s theme from the 20th century, two compositions by Marc O’Reilly, and several solo organ pieces. Among the Gregorian chants, Tibe Christe splendor Patris and the Cistercian Salve Regina will be sung alternately with organ improvisations. The concert will be co-conducted by Yvan Cloutier and Marc O’Reilly. Chantal Boulanger will be at the grand organ of Saint-Michel Basilica-Cathedral.

This concert is part of a series of benefit concerts to raise funds for the restoration of the grand organ in the gallery of Saint-Michel Basilica-Cathedral in Sherbrooke.

Let Emilie-Claire Barlow and her stellar band transport you with an evening of songbook classics, rhythmic bossa novas, elegant ballads, and French chanson, re-imagined in her distinctive style. In this new show, she presents some of her favourite pieces from La plus belle saison, her most recent project, a love letter to Québec and the soundtrack to a new chapter in her life.

Emilie-Claire Barlow’s generosity on stage, combined with the remarkable chemistry she has with her musicians, makes every performance a truly unique and unforgettable experience. This is a perfect opportunity to discover (or rediscover) this exceptional artist, full of charm, humour, sophistication and a voice of unforgettable beauty.

Emilie-Claire Barlow is not only an exceptional singer, but also a talented arranger, producer, and band leader. With over 500 million online streams and an impressive discography of 14 albums, she has made a significant imprint on the Canadian music scene, receiving numerous awards including one Félix and two JUNO Awards.

Bar opens one hour before the performance · Free on-site parking · Self-service coat check · For guests with reduced mobility, please contact the box office.

French songs from the Renaissance and the 20th century, exploring themes of love and nature, from Roland de Lassus to Lionel Daunais, including works by Josquin Des Prés and Francis Poulenc.

Featuring: Marie Magistry, soprano ∙ Rosalie Lane-Lépine, mezzo-soprano ∙ Kerry Bursey, tenor ∙ William Kraushaar, bass

The Concours musical international de Montréal is pleased to partner with the Centre d’art de Richmond for the third year of its Concours sur la route, an initiative that offers Quebec presenters the opportunity to introduce their audiences to exceptionally talented young international artists.

The Concours musical international de Montréal is a prestigious competition where the international elite of the new generation of classical musicians compete. Under the watchful eye of an international jury composed of leading figures in classical music, the Competition brings the world’s best young artists to the forefront by helping to launch their careers.

Founded in 2001 by internationally renowned bass Joseph Rouleau (1929-2019) and politician and philanthropist André Bourbeau (1936-2018), the Concours musical international de Montréal was born out of a desire to offer Montreal a prestigious, high-level international competition.

Since its first edition in 2002, the Competition has brought together exceptional musicians from the new musical generation every year. It allows competitors to measure their talents against those of other young people and give their careers a boost from Montreal.

Stay tuned for the unveiling of the artists!