Les Boréades de Montréal
Founded by Francis Colpron in 1991, Les Boréades de Montréal focuses on early music. The ensemble has chosen an interpretative approach in keeping with the spirit of the Baroque era, by adhering to the rules of performance practice of the past and playing on period instruments. Critics and audiences alike in Canada and abroad have been unanimous in hailing the group’s energy and spontaneity as well as its theatrical, expressive and elegant playing, indicative of a unique flair for Baroque aesthetics. More details Upcoming ConcertWednesday September 17, 2008, 8:00 pm Selected scenes from Molière’s plays and music by Lully and Charpentier — With the collaboration of the actors Sophie Faucher and Carl Béchard — 11 musicians • Details |