Mathieu og Korguttene

The dazzling pianist Élisabeth Pion joins Arion Baroque Orchestra conducted by Mathieu Lussier in exploring rarely performed works by French composer Hélène de Montgeroult (1764-1836). A contemporary of Mozart, this artist fascinates modern listeners both for her trailblazing career and for her contribution to the development of the French piano repertoire.

L'ancien directeur de Radio France évoque son action à la tête de cette société de 2014 à 2018. Retraçant l'ascension d'un jeune provincial au sein de la société parisienne, il met en évidence les coups tordus et les trahisons dont il a été la victime. Il décrit le profond mouvement de transformation qu'il a initié permettant à Radio France de gagner sa position de leader. …

Written between 1887 and 1890, Gabriel Fauré's Requiem is among the best-loved pieces in the choral repertory. Traditionally, Requiems are serious, prayerful laments for the dead. Fauré's was altogether different. In place of the usual somber mood, his is noted for it's calm, serene and peaceful outlook. The composer revised and expanded the work several times, but it is the original version that is performed here using period instruments and performance practices. This sublimne recording, featuring Ensemble Aedes and Les Siècles led by Mathieu Romano, also includes Poulenc's Figure Humaine and Debussy's Trois Chansons