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Claude Debussy: Images oubliées with Stéphane Tétreault & Olivier Hébert-Bouchard

Théâtre du Lac-Brome, 9, Chemin du Mont-Écho, Knowlton

Reinvented for cello and piano by two artists whose reputation is well known, these forgotten images paint a timeless portrait of this musical legend.

By combining these two instruments, the atmospheres evoked in these pieces are therefore more defined. By transforming the «solo» aspect of these works into a design for two instruments in dialogue, Debussy’s sound language resonates differently, sometimes more intimate, sometimes more grandiose, but always with the intention of creating a strong connection with the public. The evocative power of these compositions is therefore inevitably altered, since they now tell their story but also that of the two musicians who transmit them.

Through this singular and thematic concert, the cellist Stéphane Tétreault and the pianist Olivier Hébert-Bouchard offer you a retrospective all in music on the life of Claude Debussy!

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Duo Chartré Salov et Lee-Chin Slow

Théâtre du Lac-Brome, 9, Chemin du Mont-Écho, Knowlton

This concert is preceded by a free conference at 7 pm in the foyer of the hall.

Lee-Chin Siow, violin
Coming to Canada at Brome Lake specifically for this concert, we are very proud to welcome this internationally renowned musician in a program specially designed by Serhiy Salov.
One of the first Singaporean soloists, Lee-Chin solidified her career on the international music scene by winning the gold medal at the 1994 Henryk Szeryng International Violin Competition. His performances have been broadcast on BBC World News, China Central TV, CBS in the US, National Public Radio, as well as MediaCorp in Singapore. Today, she works around the world, from the Beijing Central Conservatory of Music in China, the Soochow University School of Music, the Chicago Institute of Music, to the Singapore National Youth Orchestra, and as a violin teacher at the College of Charleston.

Serhiy Salov, piano
Exceptional pianist, dazzled by his virtuosity and sensitivity. Winner of several international awards, he expands his repertoire with bold transcriptions of symphonic works for solo piano. Salov, originally from Ukraine, moved to Canada after winning the 2004 Montreal International Music Competition. His career, marked by solo performances and with prestigious orchestras around the world, testifies to his commitment to the art of piano.

Thomas Chartré, cello
Passionate cellist, shines on the stages of North America, Europe and Asia as a soloist and chamber musician. Having played with prestigious orchestras and participated in renowned festivals, he has performed Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony to 10,000 singers at the Suntory 10,000 Freude. Winner of many awards, he is recognized for his outstanding playing. In 2016, the CBC listed 30 hot Canadian classical musicians under 30.

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Conférence Le saxophone dans l’histoire du jazz

Théâtre du Lac-Brome, 9, Chemin du Mont-Écho, Knowlton

Lecture by Stanly Péan

The saxophone in the history of jazz invented by Adolphe Sax and patented in Paris in March 1846, the saxophone is as much appreciated by jazz musicians as by their colleagues from the world of so-called classical music, even if the qualities required of the instrument are different for each of these styles. In jazz, the saxophone has allowed musicians to express their individuality, and that is why the raucous sounds and the hum of the instrument contribute to the texture of the music. In classical music, the musician usually prefers an instrument with a clear and finely controlled sound, whose precision is similar to that of the clarinet.

With the musical support of a trio led by the virtuoso Samuel Blais, as comfortable in jazz as in the repertoire of classical music, and as brilliant on the saxophones of various registers, the writer and music lover Stanley Péan traces the evolution of Coleman Hawkins’ instrument to his contemporary disciples, going through all the stylistic variations of jazz.

About the speaker
It was the sound of the trumpet that put host and writer Stanley Péan on his way to the blue note as a teenager. Over the years, the curiosity of the Saguenéen of Haitian origin has turned into a passion that he shares at ICI Musique.

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Once in may by Jingjing Xu, mezzo-soprano & Christopher Knopp, piano

Théâtre du Lac-Brome, 9, Chemin du Mont-Écho, Knowlton

This recital for voice and piano presents works from the 18th and 19th century repertoire, including: Mahler, Schubert, and Schumann. As well as older tunes by Randolph, Phillip, Greene, to conclude on some 20th century compositions.

Jingjing Xu, mezzo-soprano:
Hailed as «An artist to follow», Jingjing Xu is a Chinese mezzo-soprano with a diverse and multifaceted repertoire. After graduating from McGill University in 2023, she won the 2024 edition of the prestigious Mirjam Helin Competition as the youngest participant. She also won the Wirth Vocal Prize in 2022, McGill’s premier singing competition, which offers the largest singing award from a Canadian university.

The 2023-2024 season also marked his professional debut in oratorio and recital, with performances at the Organ and Aria Festival in Espoo, Finland, with the Canadian Opera Company in Toronto, as well as with the Société d’Art Vocal de Montréal. Jingjing made her opera debut in 2022, playing the title role of Orlando with McGill Opera. She also played the roles of Angelina in Rossini’s Cenerentola and Cherubino in Le Nozze di Figaro.

Jingjing is known for its ability to make poetry alive and accurate for its audience. She and her duo partner, Christopher Knopp, participated in the 2023 edition of the Franz Schubert Institute, working closely with Elly Ameling, Robert Holl and Roger Vignoles.

Jingjing’s main mentor is contralto Annamaria Popescu, and she also works closely with Michael McMahon and Esther Gonthier. She has participated in masterclasses with Graham Johnson, James Vaughan, Jeff Cohen, Pierre Vallet, Helmut Deutsch and François Le Roux.

Christopher Knopp, piano:
Praised for his engaging piano playing, sensitive touch and professional technique, Christopher Knopp has earned a reputation as an exceptional collaborative pianist. As a member of the first edition of the University of Montreal and McGill Vocal Accompaniment Residency, he had the opportunity to study with some of the world’s most prominent pianists in the vocal music field, including Graham Johnson, James Vaughan, Jeff Cohen and John Churchwell.

After his residency, Christopher worked as a vocal coach and accompanist at McGill University, performing and playing for auditions, competitions and other concerts in Montreal, New York and Vancouver. He and his duo partner, Jingjing Xu, have successfully participated in the Neue Stimmen and Mirjam Helin competitions, and have given recitals in Montreal, Vancouver, Vienna and Helsinki. Christopher will start working as a member of the Accademia del Teatro del Maggio in Florence in November 2024.