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Viviane Audet’s New Show – The Piano and the Torrent.

This new show brings to life The Piano and the Torrent, an instrumental album of fifteen pieces rooted in the small coastal village on the Baie-des-Chaleurs where she was born, grew up, and became who she is: Maria.

Viviane Audet’s love for the stage, her rare ability to create an intimate connection, and her gift for blending music and storytelling make this performance an unforgettable encounter.

Director: Nicolas Gendron | Lighting Design: Philippe Dumas

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.

On the occasion of the 400th anniversary of the death of the English composer John Dowland, L’Harmonie des saisons presents a concert devoted to the work of this great master of the Renaissance.

The program features the celebrated Lachrimae Pavans for five viols and lute, complemented by dances and madrigals. Four singers, five viols, lute, and virginal combine to create a sound world of remarkable richness.

For this concert, L’Harmonie des saisons joins forces with the renowned viol consort Les Voix humaines, Norwegian lutenist Jadran Duncum, and harpsichordist Olivier Fortin (Ensemble Masques, France). The madrigals will be performed by the distinguished English tenor Charles Daniels, alongside emerging talents from the Quebec music scene: Janelle Lucyk, Nicholas Burns, and William Kraushaar.

Les artistes du Consort de violes Les Voix humaines : Mélisande Corriveau (treble viol) ∙ Felix Deak (alto viol) ∙ Olivier Brault (tenor viol) ∙ Thomas Baeté (tenor viol – Belgium) ∙ Susie Napper (bass viol)

On the occasion of the 400th anniversary of the death of the English composer John Dowland, L’Harmonie des saisons presents a concert devoted to the work of this great master of the Renaissance.

The program features the celebrated Lachrimae Pavans for five viols and lute, complemented by dances and madrigals. Four singers, five viols, lute, and virginal combine to create a sound world of remarkable richness.

For this concert, L’Harmonie des saisons joins forces with the renowned viol consort Les Voix humaines, Norwegian lutenist Jadran Duncum, and harpsichordist Olivier Fortin (Ensemble Masques, France). The madrigals will be performed by the distinguished English tenor Charles Daniels, alongside emerging talents from the Quebec music scene: Janelle Lucyk, Nicholas Burns, and William Kraushaar.

Les artistes du Consort de violes Les Voix humaines : Mélisande Corriveau (treble viol) ∙ Felix Deak (alto viol) ∙ Olivier Brault (tenor viol) ∙ Thomas Baeté (tenor viol – Belgium) ∙ Susie Napper (bass viol)

Soirée Hydro-Québec

For the very first time at Musique de chambre à Sainte-Pétronille, the audience will experience a unique concert featuring two pianos.

Irina Krasnyanskaya and Jean-Fabien Schneider will explore the power and poetry of this duo, performing Scriabin’s Poem of Ecstasy and Ravel’s Daphnis and Chloe. An evening not to be missed, filled with rare intensity and magic.

The exuberance and grandeur of the Baroque era brought to life through voice, dance, and German music, featuring Bach, Telemann, Handel, Corelli, and Rebel.

Les Boréades de Montréal: Jacqueline Woodley, soprano ∙ Marie-Nathalie Lacoursière, dancer ∙ Francis Colpron, baroque flute, recorders, and conductor ∙ Olivier Brault, baroque violin ∙ Anne Thivierge, flute ∙ Luc Beauséjour, harpsichord ∙ Jessica Korotkin, cello and viola da gamba

Combining classical music with a friendly atmosphere, the Apéro Concerts offer a chance to discover talented artists in a summery setting while enjoying an aperitif. A unique moment of relaxation and musical discovery!

Bag O’Spuds performs traditional Irish and Scottish tunes, along with contemporary compositions.

Featuring: Julien Després, guitar, whistle, and bodhrán ∙ Philippe Murphy, whistle and flute ∙ Jérémy Tétrault-Farber, Irish bagpipes and whistle ∙ Catherine Varvaro, bodhrán and percussion

*In case of rain, the event will be moved to Trinity United Church (190 Principale St. W., Cookshire-Eaton)

Live music and lakeside brunch, in the heart of the Laurentians!

Denis Plante and Stéphane Tétreault bring tango’s full emotional world to the stage, exploring Argentine classics alongside works composed for their duo. Passion, virtuosity, and a constant quest for authenticity define a performance that moves between intimate stillness and explosive energy.

Extend your musical Sunday experience by enjoying a delicious all-you-can-eat brunch with a lakeside view.

With: Denis Plante, bandoneón ∙ Stéphane Tétreault, cello

Esther Clément, a native of Sherbrooke, is the principal organist at Saint-Joseph de Beauce Church. She will perform a program of works by Quebec composers: Gilles Fortin, Gilles Leclerc, Raymond Daveluy, Omer Létourneau, and Denis Bédard.

She will also perform Johann Sebastian Bach’s Fantasy in G major and John Stanley’s Voluntary in D minor.

Midis Aramusique Series

Soprano Ellen Torrie and pianist Rona Nadler bring us the story of Judith through works by Vivaldi, Arne, and Marc-Antoine Charpentier. This biblical tale of Judith and Holofernes recounts how a devout young Jewish widow saves her city, Bethulia, from the besieging Assyrian army.

Judith seduces General Holofernes, gets him drunk at a banquet, then beheads him in his sleep with his own scimitar, leading to the Assyrians’ rout. This concert celebrates Judith for her courage and strategic finesse, while seeking to explore the complexity of her character and examine the multidimensional relationship between femininity and power throughout history.

*We recommend bringing your own chair and umbrella.*

Soirée Simons

Following an unforgettable performance at the 40th-anniversary concert, soprano Guylaine Girard returns for a full-length recital. Renowned for her success in Europe, she will be accompanied on piano by Jean-François Mailloux, who will also perform his own compositions with her.

A unique evening not to be missed, where Girard’s sublime voice and Mailloux’s interpretation create an unforgettable experience, full of emotion and elegance.

Live music and lakeside brunch, in the heart of the Laurentians!

Les Boréades presents a nuanced and energetic exploration of early music through the consort tradition, gathering instruments of the same family across the full sonic range. Viol and recorder consorts perform refined repertoire alongside expressive dance forms such as pavanes and galliards, with striking contrasts and a contemporary perspective woven throughout. In partnership with Music and Beyond.

Extend your musical Sunday experience by enjoying a delicious all-you-can-eat brunch with a lakeside view.

Les Boréades de Montréal: Francis Colpron, recorders, musical direction ∙ Femke Bergsma, recorders ∙ Vincent Lauzer, recorders ∙ Margaret Little, viola da gamba ∙ Marie-Laurence Primeau, recorders, viola da gamba

The organists of Estrie—Cécile L’Écuyer, Maryse Simard, Chantal Boulanger, Marc O’Reilly, and Louis Brouillette—present an eclectic program performed with four hands and four feet.

Excerpts from Maurice Ravel’s Ma mère l’Oye, variations on “D’où viens-tu, bergère,” excerpts from Verdi’s Requiem and Mozart’s Requiem, and the overture to The Phantom of the Opera are sure to charm you.

A distinctive and visionary composer, Rita Strohl enjoyed significant recognition at the turn of the twentieth century before fading from the repertoire. Now experiencing a revival, her music stands out for its lyricism, dramatic intensity, and harmonic boldness.

In this intimate chamber music program, musicians of the Orchestre Métropolitain place Strohl’s works alongside two emblematic French masterpieces: Gabriel Fauré’s deeply expressive Élégie and Camille Saint-Saëns’ timeless The Swan from The Carnival of the Animals.

An evocative journey into the Belle Époque, where rediscovery meets refinement and expressive depth.

Orchestre Métropolitain’s Quintet: Yukari Cousineau, violin ∙ Nancy Ricard, violin ∙ Elvira Misbakhova, viola ∙ Agnès Langlois, cello ∙ Charissa Vandikas, piano

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.

Midis Aramusique Series

After several years of refining this repertoire, saxophonist Samuel Blais and pianist Janie Caron present the best of Piazzolla’s tango, arranged for saxophone and piano! Come experience a moment of passion and intensity, with a romantic touch, highlighted by the synergy of two seasoned performers. They will be delighted to share their discoveries as well as favorite pieces, including Oblivion and Libertango, two must-hears from this emotionally rich repertoire!

*We recommend bringing your own chair and umbrella.*

Combining classical music with a friendly atmosphere, the Apéro Concerts offer a chance to discover talented artists in a summery setting while enjoying an aperitif. A unique moment of relaxation and musical discovery!

Having become a must-see over the years, the DeVito Quintet captivates audiences with a repertoire of classical and contemporary works for brass instruments.

DeVito Quintet: Robin Doyon, trumpet ∙ Stéphane Beaulac, trumpet ∙ Gabriel Gauthier Beaudoin, horn ∙ Martin Ringuette, trombone ∙ Jean-Philippe Dutil, tuba

*In case of rain, the event will be moved to Trinity United Church (190 Principale St. W., Cookshire-Eaton)

Live music and lakeside brunch, in the heart of the Laurentians!

Ran Wang and Annette Bauer trace a path along the Silk Road, drawing on traditions reaching from ancient China to 15th-century Renaissance Italy, by way of India. Inspired by the physical and emotional landscapes that an imagined traveler might encounter along the way, this musical voyage unfolds as a conversation between the sounds of their instruments and the rich resonances of their strings, leaving space for improvisation and the exploration of the unknown.

Extend your musical Sunday experience by enjoying a delicious all-you-can-eat brunch with a lakeside view.

With: Annette Bauer, sarod, recorders, duduk, tabor ∙ Ran Wang, guzheng

The members of the OpéraPop Quartet present a repertoire featuring the most beautiful opera arias, film scores, and popular songs, all performed with their own lyrical flair.

Featuring: Émilie Baillargeon, soprano ∙ Gabriel Provencher, tenor ∙ Marie Robitaille, violinist ∙ Marie-Hélène Greffard, piano

*Parking is available at La Vigie or behind the church. Parc Chanoine-Fleury is located just behind the Tourist Office and is easily accessible to people with reduced mobility. In case of rain, the concert will take place at Salle Gérard-Ouellet (7-A Pl. de l’Église, Saint-Jean-Port-Joli).

Richard Paré, professor emeritus at Laval University, founding member of Les Violons du Roy, and titular organist at the Church of the Canadian Martyrs in Quebec City, has put together a program of well-known works from the organ repertoire: The Entry of the Queen of Sheba and an excerpt from Handel’s Water Music, Johann Sebastian Bach’s Toccata and Fugue in D minor, and Léon Boëllmann’s Gothic Suite.

Such a pleasure to hear these classics again!

Soirée des Grands donateurs

The program Obsession by the Baroque ensemble Les Barocudas, featuring Marie Nadeau-Tremblay (violin), accompanied by Kerry Bursey (lute and tenor) and Tristan Best (viola da gamba), won the OPUS Award for Album of the Year – Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque Music.

This concert explores the theme of obsession through pieces in which motifs repeat, creating a hypnotic and spellbinding atmosphere, offering a true immersion in Baroque music, rich in contrasts and subtleties.

Midis Aramusique Series

Duo Cordelia presents a program full of delicacy, inviting you to share a moment of beauty and tranquility—something we all so desperately need. You are invited to close your eyes and let yourself be lulled by a profound and moving repertoire, allowing you to savor this timeless moment in the open air. The program will feature works by Arvo Pärt, Fazil Say, Ernest Bloch, Stephen Heller, and many others. A summer event filled with music and comfort.

Duo Cordelia: Marie-Christine Poirier, piano ∙ Vanessa Marcoux, violin

*We recommend bringing your own chair and umbrella.*

Live music and lakeside brunch, in the heart of the Laurentians!

Quatuor Cobalt presents two early works that reveal composers at the threshold of their distinctive voices: Schubert’s Quartet No. 10 and Ravel’s Quartet in F major. Written nearly a century apart, both quartets show composers experimenting with ideas that would come to define their later work.

Extend your musical Sunday experience by enjoying a delicious all-you-can-eat brunch with a lakeside view.

Quatuor Cobalt:  Guillaume Villeneuve, violin ∙ Diane Bayard, violin ∙ Clément Bufferne, viola ∙ François Leclerc, cello

Méandres blends the diverse sounds of world music with jazz improvisation. The trio incorporates percussion instruments from various cultures, paired with a double bass whose mellow tone blends with the melodies of an Iranian tar. The ensemble’s unique sound is defined by its exotic instrumentation and complex rhythms.

*Parking is available at La Vigie or behind the church. Parc Chanoine-Fleury is located just behind the Tourist Office and is easily accessible to people with reduced mobility. In case of rain, the concert will take place at Salle Gérard-Ouellet (7-A Pl. de l’Église, Saint-Jean-Port-Joli).

Midis Aramusique Series

Longtime collaborators, guitarist Christine Tassan and violinist Martine Gaumond have been playing together for over 20 years as part of the gypsy jazz group Christine Tassan et les Imposteures. They have toured the globe and recorded seven albums, winning the Opus Award for Best Jazz Album of the Year in 2017. In this intimate duo setting, they present a program of gypsy jazz and swing songs where energy and virtuosity take center stage, with a healthy dose of humor and good cheer! Let yourself be swept away by the vibrant music of this irresistible duo!

Featuring: Christine Tassan, guitar and vocals ∙ Martine Gaumond, violin and vocals

*We recommend bringing your own chair and umbrella.*

Two acclaimed artists-Juno-winning pianist James Gelfand and Juno-winning bassist Morgan Moore-join forces for an evening where acoustic jazz meets the unexpected. Rooted in the tradition of improvised piano and double bass interplay, the duo expands their palette with modular synths, guitar pedals, and electronic textures that twist familiar standards into fresh soundscapes. From jazz and classical influences to reimagined pop melodies, Gelfand and Moore create a musical world that is adventurous yet intimate, exploratory yet deeply grounded. A rare collaboration between two of Montreal’s most inventive voices, this performance invites listeners to experience the familiar transformed, the acoustic electrified, and improvisation pushed into new territory.

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.

Sylvain Rodrigue, a harmonica player, percussionist, and educator, has been exploring the world of sound since he was a child. He has dedicated his life to this pursuit for over 47 years and shares his passion through music, teaching, and composition. With Kabouche, since 1998, he invites us to discover a wide range of rhythms and soundscapes created using a variety of instruments.

Featuring: Sylvain Rodrigue, harmonica ∙ Daniel Marcoux, double bass ∙ France Huot, piano

*Parking is available at La Vigie or behind the church. Parc Chanoine-Fleury is located just behind the Tourist Office and is easily accessible to people with reduced mobility. In case of rain, the concert will take place at Salle Gérard-Ouellet (7-A Pl. de l’Église, Saint-Jean-Port-Joli).

From Scarlatti to Stravinsky, via Beethoven, Chopin, and Liszt, with pianist Julien Gagné.

Live music and lakeside brunch, in the heart of the Laurentians!

Annabelle Renzo and Julian Armour explore a richly varied repertoire that moves through the meditative clarity of Arvo Pärt, the rhythmic pulse of Philip Glass, alongside works by Villa-Lobos, Saint-Saëns, and others. By turns contemplative, vibrant, and deeply resonant, this program reveals the remarkable range and colour of an exceptionally compelling instrumental pairing.

Extend your musical Sunday experience by enjoying a delicious all-you-can-eat brunch with a lakeside view.

With: Annabelle Renzo, harp ∙ Julian Armour, cello

Soirée Fondation Virginia Parker

Jean-François Normand, an internationally renowned clarinetist, rarely performs in the Quebec City area. Alongside the brilliant violinist Éliane Charest-Beauchamp (violin), a member of the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, and Qiao Yi Miao Mu (piano), a sought-after chamber musician trained by André Laplante, a vibrant and inspiring musical encounter takes shape, ranging from the great classics of Bach and Beethoven to klezmer music and Stravinsky’s The Soldier’s Tale.

Midis Aramusique Series

This musical journey, which will take you across Europe in the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries, is an invitation to rediscover the treasures of the European repertoire in their most intimate form: the voice and the guitar. From the French grace of courtly airs to the English melancholy of lute songs, via the sunny rhythms of Spain, the sweetness of Italian ariettas, and German Romanticism, soprano Marie Magistry and her partner Marc Deschênes weave an intimate and expressive dialogue. A timeless moment that will immerse you in the intimacy of the salons of another era.

Duo Concordances: Marc Deschênes, guitar ∙ Marie Magistry, soprano

*We recommend bringing your own chair and umbrella.*

SIX-CONCERT PACKAGE

A great deal for music lovers, offering access to six indoor concerts:

1) Transfiguration – Concert d’ouverture, Saturday, August 1 at 7:30 p.m. at the Bic Church;
2) À la rencontre de Charlotte Sohy, Sunday, August 2 at 4:00 p.m. at the Bic Church;
3) collectif9 + Ronny Desinor, Thursday, August 6 at 7:30 p.m. at the Vieux Théâtre de Saint-Fabien;
4) Grand Cabaret du 25e, Friday, August 7 at 7:30 p.m. at the Bic Church;
5) Voyage en mer, Saturday, August 8 at 10 a.m. at the Saint-Fabien-sur-Mer Chapel;
6) Racines – Concert de clôture, Saturday, August 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the Church of Le Bic.

*Please note that the concert L’Ensemble Modulaire joue Terry Riley: In C (Sunday, August 2 at 7:30 p.m. at the Bic Church, choir area) is the only ticketed concert not included in the Mordu Passport due to limited seating capacity. We invite you to add it individually as a supplement to your passport.*

Presented in partnership with Hydro-Québec

Sublime. Introspective. Passionate.

To kick off the festivities of its 25th edition in style, Concerts aux Îles presents a unique collaboration bringing together rising piano star Chloé Dumoulin, a string quartet—Chloé Chabanole, Étienne Chénard, Andrea Stewart, and Thibault Bertin-Maghit—and the Ensemble Modulaire. This program reimagines Frédéric Chopin’s legendary Preludes by combining the piano with strings and an unconventional instrumental setup featuring the ondes Martenot and a modular synthesizer. Also on the program are three pieces by the British-Bulgarian composer Dobrinka Tabakova, which, like Chopin’s, take us on a journey into our most sensitive depths and envelop us in a deafening beauty.

Featuring: Chloé Dumoulin, piano ∙ Ensemble Modulaire: Pierre-Luc Lecours, modular synthesizer / Daniel Áñez, ondes Martenot ∙ Chloé Chabanole, violin ∙ Étienne Chénard, viola ∙ Andrea Stewart, cello ∙ Thibault Bertin-Maghit, double bass

TWO-CONCERT PACKAGE

August 1 and 2, 2026

For music lovers, here’s a sure bet. You’ll enjoy an attractive discount to double your enjoyment with two indoor concerts:

1) Transfiguration – Concert d’ouverture, Saturday, August 1 at 7:30 p.m. at the Bic Church; 2) À la rencontre de Charlotte Sohy, Sunday, August 2 at 4:00 p.m. at the Bic Church.

Plus, we invite you to add individual concerts to your itinerary to make the most of the festival.

André Mathieu, a renowned Quebec composer, is considered a post-Romantic composer. He was deeply influenced by Romantic, Classical, and Neoclassical composers, expressing feelings and emotions and evoking sensory perceptions in his music.

Jean-Michel Dubé is a pianist, concert performer, and chamber musician. His discography includes six albums dedicated to the music of André Mathieu.

*Parking is available at La Vigie or behind the church. Parc Chanoine-Fleury is located just behind the Tourist Office and is easily accessible to people with reduced mobility. In case of rain, the concert will take place at Salle Gérard-Ouellet (7-A Pl. de l’Église, Saint-Jean-Port-Joli).

Live music and lakeside brunch, in the heart of the Laurentians!

South America has a rich musical tradition closely linked to the classical guitar. This is an opportunity to savor all its facets, some melancholic, others very danceable! You will hear the most beautiful guitar works from Mexico to Argentina, by way of the Caribbean and Brazil.

Extend your musical Sunday experience by enjoying a delicious all-you-can-eat brunch with a lakeside view.

With: Michel Beauchamp, guitar

Experimental. Transcendental. Visionary.

An electronic interpretation of Terry Riley’s iconic piece In C (1964). Using two modular synthesizers, Pierre-Luc Lecours and Daniel Áñez explore timbre as a living expressive parameter. This original reinterpretation draws on electronic and techno sounds to offer a personal and resolutely modern take on this minimalist masterpiece.

Ensemble Modulaire: Pierre-Luc Lecours, modular synthesizer ∙ Daniel Áñez, modular synthesizer

Delicate. Lyrical. Biographical.

A concert-portrait of Charlotte Sohy, a recently rediscovered French composer from the Belle Époque. While the classical music world has largely ignored the music of its female composers for centuries, the tide has been turning in recent years, and, to our great delight, we now have the opportunity to discover strong voices that have much to say. You will thus have the opportunity to hear several of Sohy’s works for piano, violin, and cello performed by a trio of musicians who are among the best of their generation, and to learn about the life of this woman who remained in obscurity for nearly a century.

Works by Charlotte Sohy:
– Fantaisie, Op. 3, for piano
– Thème varié, Op. 15 bis, for violin and piano
– Quatre pièces romantiques, Op. 30, for piano
– Octobre, Op. 23 No. 1, for cello and piano
– Trio, Op. 24, for violin, cello, and piano

Featuring: Chloé Dumoulin, piano ∙ Chloé Chabanole, violin ∙ Andrea Stewart, cello and narration

In collaboration with La Cité des compositrices (France).

Midis Aramusique Series

Saxophonist Benjamin Deschamps and pianist Jonathan Cayer invite you to discover the vibrant world of American saxophonist Joe Henderson, a leading figure in modern jazz. His style, at the crossroads of hard bop, modal jazz, and post-bop, is characterized by driving rhythms, Latin influences, and a freedom of improvisation that make this music both sophisticated and instantly captivating. Henderson was known for turning every performance into a space for exploration, and it is in this spirit that Benjamin and Jonathan, both renowned composers and arrangers, will revisit this repertoire. Their intimate duo highlights a rare chemistry, spontaneous dialogues, and a creative energy that allow you to hear this music with fresh ears. An ideal concert for anyone wishing to discover expressive and utterly vibrant jazz.

*We recommend bringing your own chair and umbrella.*

Unconventional. Unclassifiable. Irresistible.

Led by Thibault Bertin-Maghit, collectif9 returns to the festival, joined by Ronny Desinor’s effervescent drumming for a musical encounter without boundaries. Blending soul, jazz, and folk influences, the program creates an atmosphere that is both groovy and powerful, at times dissonant and undeniably captivating. Come discover an innovative program featuring works by Gabriella Smith, Giovanni Sollima, Curtis Stewart, Vijay Iyer, John Zorn, and Jessie Montgomery. Whether your tastes lean toward jazz, indie, folk, or the classical tradition, this evening promises to captivate you and showcase chamber music in its most immediate and exhilarating light.

collectif9: Chloé Chabanole, TJ Skinner, violins ∙ Marilou Lepage, viola ∙ Andrea Stewart, cello ∙ Thibault Bertin-Maghit, double bass and artistic direction ∙ Ronny Desinor, drums ∙ Zachary Scholes, sound engineer

*Within the walls of the newly renovated Vieux Théâtre de St-Fabien. Bar service available. Café Chez Fabien open from 5 p.m.*

Festive. Surprising. Eclectic.

An evening like no other, where the Bic Church will become a place where anything is possible. The Grand Cabaret du 25e celebrates the festival’s tradition of embracing discovery and blending genres. For the first time, the program won’t be announced in advance, so be prepared for anything! The festival’s musicians will come together to present a series of performances and reveal lesser-known facets of their musical practice, all in a relaxed and festive atmosphere. For the occasion, the Bic Church is decked out in new attire and welcomes the team from Les Bains Publics to keep you hydrated throughout the evening. A key piece of this puzzle will be announced later, because, as you can imagine, if we told you everything now, there would be no surprises left.

Featuring: the festival’s artists, including singer and musician Erika Angell, and perhaps one or two surprise guests (!).

*Bar service provided by Les Bains Publics. All ticket prices include one drink. Non-alcoholic options will be available.*

THREE-CONCERT PACKAGE

Friday, August 7, and Saturday, August 8, 2026

For lovers of beautiful music, here’s a refreshing offer. Discover the vitality and richness of our region at an affordable price with two contrasting indoor concerts:

1) Grand Cabaret du 25e, Friday, August 7 at 7:30 p.m. at the Bic Church;
2) Voyage en mer, Saturday, August 8 at 10 a.m. at the Chapel of Saint-Fabien-sur-Mer;
3) Racines – Concert de clôture, Saturday, August 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the Bic Church.

To complete your passport, we invite you to add individual concerts to fully enjoy the festival according to your preferences.

Poetic. Dreamy. Romantic.

A matinee concert in the picturesque Chapel of Notre-Dame-des-Murailles in Saint-Fabien-sur-Mer, nestled between the sea and the rocky ridge that runs along the coastline. You are invited to follow the lyrical and nostalgic musings of the Breton naval officer and composer Jean Cras. Joining him once again is Charlotte Sohy for two movements from her first string quartet, as well as more contemporary compositions that also evoke the poetry and romanticism associated with life on the open sea. An invitation to start the day gently and contemplate distant horizons.

Works by Jean Cras, Charlotte Sohy, Philip Glass, and more.

Featuring: Marilène Provencher-Leduc, flute ∙ Antoine Malette-Chénier, harp ∙ Chloé Chabanole and TJ Skinner, violins ∙ Étienne Chénard, viola ∙ Andrea Stewart, cello

Unexpected. Joyful. Unifying.

A concert like a journey around the world that confronts us with the unknown and with encounters with others, with their differences as well as their similarities. A concert that connects us to ancient cultures as old as the world itself and helps us appreciate the value of the present moment. A festive concert celebrating our shared humanity to close the festival in the spirit of respect, sharing, and the joy of being together. Come and let yourself be carried away by songs of unity, healing, and joy from the land we inhabit and from other places, arranged for voices and chamber ensemble. Featuring the Wolastoq interdisciplinary artist Samaqani Cocahq, Swedish singer Erika Angell, the festival’s instrumental ensemble, and the traditional trio Salicorne.

Indigenous songs, melodies, and traditional songs from Europe and the Americas for voice and instrumental ensemble, including the fascinating Folk Songs collection compiled by Luciano Berio.

Featuring: Samaqani Cocahq, vocals and performance ∙ Justin Mann, narration ∙ Erika Angell, vocals ∙ Marilène Provencher-Leduc, flute ∙ Charlotte Layec, clarinet ∙ Antoine Malette-Chénier, harp ∙ Gabriel Dionne, percussion ∙ Étienne Chénard, viola ∙ Andrea Stewart, cello ∙ Salicorne: Sabrina Berger, fiddle / Patricia Ho-Yi Wang, fiddle and foot percussion / Robin Servant, accordion and guitar

Traditional Music from Scotland, Ireland, and Quebec

United by a passion for traditional music from Quebec and the countries that shaped it, François Matte and Jean-Sébastien Gasnier formed Écorce in the spring of 2017 as part of their participation in that year’s Quebec Celtic Festival. The year 2021 marks a new chapter for the project with the release of their debut album, Cordé Serré. The two multi-instrumentalists showcase a beautiful range of virtuosity and rich arrangements, in addition to teaming up with some well-known guests from the scene: Rachel Aucoin, Gabrielle Bouthillier, and Louis-Simon Lemieux. Since the fall of 2025, Écorce has been proud to welcome Julie Cossette on violin and vocals.

*Parking is available at La Vigie or behind the church. Parc Chanoine-Fleury is located just behind the Tourist Office and is easily accessible to people with reduced mobility. In case of rain, the concert will take place at Salle Gérard-Ouellet (7-A Pl. de l’Église, Saint-Jean-Port-Joli).

Live music and lakeside brunch, in the heart of the Laurentians!

Guillaume Martineau and Gabriel Paquin-Buki bring remarkable versatility to a program that moves freely across musical traditions. Classical writing gives way to folk, jazz, klezmer, and original compositions, with Mediterranean colours and Latin rhythms finding their place alongside the sound world of Romantic Europe.

Extend your musical Sunday experience by enjoying a delicious all-you-can-eat brunch with a lakeside view.

With: Guillaume Martineau, piano ∙ Gabriel Paquin-Buki, clarinet

Soirée Desjardins

A native of Toronto, Alice Burla is a Canadian pianist renowned for her exceptional talent. Recipient of the Patricia and Neal Steffen Family Jury Discretionary Award at the prestigious 2025 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, her playing—praised for its sophisticated balance and expressive freedom—promises an unforgettable performance at Musique de chambre à Sainte-Pétronille. An event not to be missed!

Midis Aramusique Series

You are invited on a musical journey where Latin America meets Quebec. Carried by the voice of Jérémie Domenico and the guitar of Francis Tétu, tango, folk music, and South American rhythms are reimagined through original compositions and reworked classics. Each song becomes a bridge between cultures, a sensory immersion where words, melodies, and emotions resonate with one another. Costumes, props, and spoken interludes enrich this intimate and vibrant experience. More than just a concert, this moment will be a celebration of cultural fusion, a musical bridge between the Americas.

Featuring: Jérémie Domenico, vocals ∙ Francis Tétu, guitar

*We recommend bringing your own chair and umbrella.*

Live music and lakeside brunch, in the heart of the Laurentians!

Performing together since 2023, the all-female vocal quartet Kerry-Anne Kutz, Julie Leblanc, Monique Fauteux, and Catherine Léveillé bring warmth and undeniable chemistry to the stage. They will perform an eclectic program of songs by Vigneault, Joni Mitchell, Sylvain Lelièvre, Daniel Lavoie, Shania Twain, Gino Vannelli, and others, with arrangements by their longtime collaborator Simon Leclerc.

Extend your musical Sunday experience by enjoying a delicious all-you-can-eat brunch with a lakeside view.

MUSAÏQUE: Monique Fauteux ∙ Kerry-Anne Kutz ∙ Julie Leblanc ∙ Catherine Léveillé

Soirée Village de Sainte-Pétronille

To conclude its 2026 season, Musique de chambre à Sainte-Pétronille presents an evening filled with emotion and refinement, featuring a selection of French melodies and a tribute to Félix Leclerc, the quintessential icon of Île d’Orléans. Hugo Laporte, an accomplished baritone and a leading figure in the opera world, will be accompanied by Monique Robitaille, a pianist renowned for her versatile career as both a musician and educator.

Midis Aramusique Series

Pianist Claudel Callender and his longtime collaborator, guitarist Francis Tétu, present a mix of their original compositions and your favorite Quebec songs. Punctuing their concert with the greatest songs that have shaped our culture—such as Le tour de l’île  by Félix Leclerc and Je reviendrai à Montréal by Robert Charlebois, as well as Une chance qu’on s’a by Jean-Pierre Ferland—they will also take turns unveiling their own compositions. A joyful and festive way to celebrate song and the talent of our local artists!

Featuring: Claudel Callender, vocals and piano ∙ Francis Tétu, guitar

*We recommend bringing your own chair and umbrella.*

An evening of opera featuring two renowned artists—a soprano and a tenor—whose majestic voices will be accompanied on the piano by the artistic director of Abercorn Lyrique, set against the rustic backdrop of a historic church with exceptional acoustics.

On the program: operatic arias and duets by Gounod, Puccini, and Verdi, among others, enjoyed in good company with regional wines.

Featuring: Kirsten LeBlanc, soprano ∙ Emmanuel Hasler, tenor ∙ Julien LeBlanc, piano

*Option to purchase duo tickets for both evenings of the 4th edition (August 28–29, 2026), and create an enchanting weekend just a stone’s throw from Sutton!*

An evening of opera featuring a dynamic trio—a soprano, a mezzo-soprano, and a baritone with rich, resonant voices—accompanied on piano by the artistic director of Abercorn Lyrique, set against the rustic backdrop of a historic church with exceptional acoustics.

On the program: an emotional and playful journey through the works of Strauss, Mozart, and Massenet, enjoyed in good company with regional wines.

Featuring: Natasha Henry, soprano ∙ Tessa Facklmann, mezzo ∙ Luc Lalonde, baritone ∙ Julien LeBlanc, piano

*Option to purchase duo tickets for both evenings of the 4th edition (August 28–29, 2026), and create an enchanting weekend just a stone’s throw from Sutton!*

Combining classical music with a friendly atmosphere, the Apéro Concerts offer a chance to discover talented artists in a summery setting while enjoying an aperitif. A unique moment of relaxation and musical discovery!

During this concert, Matt Dupont and Benjamin Rota will introduce you to their instruments by performing original works and arrangements written for this unusual duo. Whether you’re a classical music lover or simply curious, let yourself be enchanted by this unique pairing of the harp and the viola.

Featuring: Benjamin Rota, viola ∙ Matt Dupont, harp

*In case of rain, the event will be moved to Trinity United Church (190 Principale St. W., Cookshire-Eaton)

French Baroque music, with its delightful flavors, has become to the ear what chocolate is to our taste buds: a symphony of ecstatic sensations, brought to life here by Marc-Antoine Charpentier, Jean-Philippe Rameau, Michel Corette, Marin Marais, and others.

Ensemble Caprice: Matthias Maute and Sophie Larivière, recorders ∙ Jean-Christophe Lizotte, cello ∙ David Jacques, baroque guitar ∙ Ziya Tabassian, percussion

Midis Aramusique Series

Duo Contracello, featuring Sophie Coderre and Francis Palma-Pelletier, presents their favorite film scores, arranged for the rich, deep tones of the cello and double bass. Both film buffs and music lovers will be captivated by famous tunes drawn from the works of Rota, Cusson, Mancini, and Williams, among others, not to mention the timeless Cinema Paradiso by Morricone and Scent of a Woman by Trovajoli. A musical lunchtime interlude that will bring back your fondest movie memories. Enjoy the show!

Duo Contracello: Francis Palma-Pelletier, double bass ∙ Sophie Coderre, cello

*We recommend bringing your own chair and umbrella.*

MG3: the Montréal Guitare Trio surprises, amazes, excites, and ignites. This dynamic trio, with its breathtaking stage presence, has been sharing its passionate work for over 25 years. Following the release of the album Morricone, the trio now presents a concert tribute in his memory. From the very beginning, the music of the great Ennio has been part of their repertoire. A concert is now devoted to him, enhanced with a few MG3 style surprises.

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.

Midis Aramusique Series

We are delighted to announce that pianist Yves Léveillé will perform in a duo with guitarist Marc Villemure as part of the Midis Aramusique series! Both musicians have unique and creative backgrounds, dedicated to performance. They will perform original compositions and a few classics whose melodies you’re sure to recognize, such as Sting’s Fragile and Charles Trenet’s Que reste-t-il de nos amours? All presented in a cheerful summer atmosphere! We look forward to seeing you there!

Featuring: Yves Léveillé, piano ∙ Marc Villemure, guitar

*We recommend bringing your own chair and umbrella.*

Three members of the Pallade Musica ensemble present reimagined versions of Bach’s trio sonatas—originally written for organ—as well as some of J.S.B.’s most tender and poetic slow movements, which are among these performers’ favorites.

Ensemble Pallade Musica : Tanya Laperrière, baroque violin ∙ Dorothéa Ventura, harpsichord ∙ Caroline Tremblay, recorder

The Lorraine Desmarais Trio, joined by saxophonist Jean-Pierre Zanella, presents Jazz for Christmas, a festive and elegant concert that revisits holiday classics. Surrounded by Alex Walkington on double bass and Camil Bélisle on drums, pianist Lorraine Desmarais offers refined and inventive arrangements. Together, these leading figures of the Montreal jazz scene transform timeless favourites such as Jingle Bells and Ave Maria into surprising and inspired musical moments. Both warm and virtuosic, this concert will appeal to jazz lovers as well as to those seeking a fresh, sophisticated way to celebrate the music of the holiday season.

Musicians: Lorraine Desmarais, piano; Jean-Pierre Zanella, saxophone; Alex Walkington, double bass; Camil Bélisle, drums

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.

Mozart is back!

Christopher Hall is first and foremost a classically trained clarinetist for whom working in an orchestra was just way too serious! Rather than joking around backstage, he chose the stage as a comedian and has appeared on various television and radio shows, in both English and French. You’ve probably also seen him on stage with his Quatuor Comique!

Today, he returns with his new show: Mozart est de retour ! Mozart, the greatest genius of classical music, is VERY happy (but not at all surprised!) that his music is still being played. He is also delighted that the music of his rival Salieri has been completely forgotten.

All historians and musicologists agree that Mozart was not only a great genius, but also… quite the prankster! It is therefore only natural that comedian and clarinetist Christopher Hall embodies him in this concert, which is as brilliant as it is hilarious!

Come experience a concert that will whisk you away, where the stories of your childhood will blend with the music we hold dear, and where our musicians will become storytellers for a day—or perhaps for a thousand and one nights! On a journey through the imagination, our five musicians will take you from Arabian nights to the snow-capped peaks of Scandinavia, sailing across the seas on a pirate ship.

You’ll hear the grand music of famous operas, memorable film scores, nostalgic traditional tunes, original compositions, and—of course—a detour into Quebec folk music! This is an event not to be missed!