Sunday afternoon, in the Saint-Jean-Baptiste church, a large audience responded to the invitation of the Friends of the Organs who organized, with the Choir of Lions des Tourelles choir, a charity concert in favor of Ludivine, a young Orleanian with multiple disabilities.
The ensemble encouraged the spectators to accompany them by humming with them, well-known French and English song tunes. This choir is under the direction of the choir director, Guylène Charmetant, Pascal Couture on guitar and Nathalie Skopek Joda on organ and piano.
The warm atmosphere continued in the second part of the program, with a concert by Nathalie Skopek Joda, who performed on the organ two of her compositions entitled Princess Ludivine and followed by the famous Toccata and Fugue by J.-S. Bach.
The funds raised during this concert were donated to Ludivine, daughter of Nathalie Skopek Joda, who did not fail to warmly thank the public, as well as the association Les Amis des orgues, which is keen to support this Mom.
Next concert on December 8
The next Christmas concert of the Friends of the Organs will take place on Sunday December 8, at 4 p.m., in the Bourg church, with pieces for organ, harpsichord and baroque transverse flute, known as German flute or traverso.
How did the Choir of Lions des Tourelles and Les Amis des orgues collaborate to organize this unique charity concert, and what were the key factors in ensuring its success?
## World Today News Interview: Music & Charity Unite
**Introduction**
Welcome to World Today News. Today we have the pleasure of having two distinguished guests: Guylène Charmetant, Director of the Choir of Lions des Tourelles, and Nathalie Skopek Joda, organist, composer, and mother of Ludivine, who benefited from the recent charity concert. We’ll be discussing the beautiful event that took place at Saint-Jean-Baptiste church, exploring its impact, and looking forward to future events.
**Section 1: The Power of Music & Community**
* **Interviewer:** Guylène, could you tell us about the Choir of Lions des Tourelles and its mission? What inspired you to participate in this specific charity concert?
* **Interviewer:** Nathalie, what led you to establish the Les Amis des orgues association? How important is community involvement in supporting individuals with disabilities?
* **Interviewer:** The concert’s format involved audience participation through humming. Why was this approach chosen, and how did it contribute to the overall atmosphere?
**Section 2: Highlights of the Concert**
* **Interviewer:** Nathalie, your compositions “Princess Ludivine” were inspired by your daughter. Can you tell us more about the creative process behind these pieces and the emotions they convey?
* **Interviewer:** Guylène, what were some of the highlights of the concert for you? What message do you hope the audience took away from this experience?
* **Interviewer:** The performance culminated with J.S. Bach’s Toccata and Fugue. Choosing such a powerful piece seems deliberate. What was the significance of including it in the concert lineup?
**Section 3: Looking Ahead – Celebrating Music & Giving Back**
* **Interviewer:**
Nathalie, the funds raised from this concert will directly benefit Ludivine. What specific needs will this support address, and what are your hopes for the future?
* **Interviewer:** Guylène, what are your plans for the Choir of Lions des Tourelles moving forward? Are there any other charity collaborations or events in the pipeline?
* **Interviewer:** The next Friends of the Organs concert will feature baroque music. Why is showcasing this genre important, and what can the audience expect from this upcoming performance?
**Closing**
We want to thank Guylène Charmetant and Nathalie Skopek Joda for sharing their insights and expertise with us today. We encourage our audience to learn more about the Choir of Lions des Tourelles, Les Amis des orgues, and the inspiring story of Ludivine. Thank you for tuning in to World Today News.
