Rencontres Musicales Champéry | Theatrical concert - Le Grand Tour

Sat, 2 Aug

Eglise de Champéry

Rencontres Musicales de Champéry

A musical journey through 18th-century Europe, retracing the “Grand Tour” of young English aristocrats. Ensemble Masques, led by Olivier Fortin and joined by actor Thomas Condemine, explores works by Purcell, Rameau, Rousseau, Vivaldi, and Bach. This theatrical concert blends baroque music and captivating stories, illustrating the encounters and escapades of these cultural journeys. The highlight: Italy, the artistic beacon of the era.   Musicians: - Ensemble Masques - Thomas Condemine, actor - Olivier Fortin, harpsichord and conductor   Program: I. England & the crossing (Purcell – Marais)II. Paris & Versailles (Rameau – Corette)III. Switzerland (Rousseau)IV. Italy (Vivaldi – Marcello – Corelli)V. Germany (Bach – Telemann)   Artist biographies and practical information on the official website of the Rencontres Musicales de Champéry.