This beautiful book, published by Alternatives (Gallimard), and available in bookstores from September 5, 2024, brings together a selection of 20 timeless songs by Renaud, illustrated by twenty renowned contemporary artists: Jean-Michel Alberola, Alione, Hervé Di Rosa, Nelly Maurel, Mustapha Boutadjine, Najah Albukaï, Jo Di Bona, Sêma Lao, Ernest Pignon-Ernest, Rouge Hartley, Bilal Hamdad, Robert Combas, Philippe Garel, Anna Foka, Speedy Graphito, Cristina Ruiz Guiñazù, Françoise Pétrovitch, Jef Aérosol, Catherine Viollet, and C215.
Renaud shares: “ Childhood is a crucial period and a theme that runs through many of my texts. I am delighted to see that with my friend Ernest Pignon-Ernest and the artists who have responded to this artistic and solidarity project we can give a new dimension to these songs. This collection in tribute to children around the world will support the actions of UNICEF, the leading international organization serving vulnerable children. Everyone deserves a
equal opportunity to thrive, learn, be healthy and happy. »
For her part, Adeline Hazan, president of UNICEF France, thanks ” very warmly, on behalf of UNICEF France, Renaud and Ernest Pignon-Ernest for initiating this project and all the artists who responded to their call ».
Below are two pages from the book:
In addition to the collection, an exhibition of the original works will take place from September 2 to 14, 2024 at the Town Hall of the 13th arrondissement of Paris. It will be closed by an auction, the proceeds of which will be donated in full to UNICEF:
« With what better event than this one, bringing together culture and solidarity, could we start the new school year? The 13th Town Hall is particularly proud and happy to host this event for the benefit of UNICEF! “, says Jérôme Coumet, Mayor of the 13th arrondissement of Paris.
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The opening of the exhibition, scheduled for Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 7 p.m., will be an opportunity to appreciate the works on display, but also to enjoy a mini-concert in the town hall’s function room, in the company of Renaud and his network of artist, singer and musician friends.
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