The Instrumentarium de Chartres will be hosting a special concert as part of the Fête de la musique celebration. Taking place on Wednesday, June 21 at 8:30 p.m., the concert will be held at the Saint-Hilaire de Mainvilliers church and will feature the talented musicians of the instrumentarium de Chartres and the medieval choir of Chartres.
During the one-hour concert, each piece and instrument will be presented by Bertrand Martineau. Additionally, a large screen projection by Florence Di Betta will provide visual aids, displaying the title of the work and the instruments being played throughout the performance.
Visitors and spectators attending the concert will have the opportunity to discover approximately fifty ancient instruments, ranging from the 12th to the beginning of the 16th century. These instruments have been meticulously restored by the instrumentarium of Chartres, following the representations found in Chartres Cathedral.
The concert will take place at the Saint-Hilaire church in Mainvilliers and entrance is free for all attendees. This event promises to be a unique and immersive experience, showcasing the rich musical heritage of Chartres.
Don’t miss out on this extraordinary concert, where history and music come together to create a truly unforgettable evening.
What instruments from the medieval period can attendees expect to hear during the concert at the Instrumentarium de Chartres?
Experience the magic of music and history coming together at the Instrumentarium de Chartres’ special concert, as part of the joyous Fête de la musique celebration. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, June 21 at 8:30 p.m., when the enchanting sounds of the talented musicians from the instrumentarium de Chartres and the medieval choir of Chartres will fill the breathtaking Saint-Hilaire de Mainvilliers church.
For one delightful hour, Bertrand Martineau will take you on a journey through the mesmerizing pieces and instruments that have been meticulously restored by the instrumentarium of Chartres. To enhance your experience, Florence Di Betta will grace the evening with stunning visual aids on a large screen projection, showcasing the titles of the musical works and the instruments being played.
Prepare yourself to be immersed in the melodic notes of approximately fifty ancient instruments, spanning from the 12th to the beginning of the 16th century. These instruments have been carefully preserved following the representations found in the magnificent Chartres Cathedral.
This captivating concert is open to all and will be held at the Saint-Hilaire church in Mainvilliers. Best of all, admission is free, so you won’t want to miss this truly extraordinary event that celebrates the rich musical heritage of Chartres.
Join us for a night where music and history intertwine, leaving you with memories that will last a lifetime.
What a magical evening! The Fête de la Musique concert at Saint-Hilaire Church with the Medieval Choir was an exquisite experience. The combination of the historical setting, the enchanting music, and the talented performers created a truly enchanting atmosphere. It was like stepping back in time, immersed in the beautiful melodies of the Middle Ages. A performance that will remain etched in our memories forever.