Intimate Concerts

Deo Munyakazi is a renowned Rwandan musician, famous for his mastery of the inanga, a traditional harp from the African Great Lakes region. This essential instrument in Rwandan music is used to tell stories and pass on cultural values.

Deo is committed to preserving this heritage while modernizing it. His performances, both technical and sensitive, captivate audiences, reflecting the unknown beauty of Rwandan culture. As a musical ambassador, he values oral traditions while building bridges with other styles.

An unmissable artist for discovering the rich soundscape of Rwanda through the presentation of new traditional melodies by Deo.

Discover the fascinating beauty of the morinkhuur, the traditional horse-head fiddle, in the hands of Uuriintuya Khalivan, a young virtuoso from Inner Mongolia. Born into an ancient tradition, Uurintuya received her first instrument at the age of 12, a gift from her poet father.

With her subtle playing of harmonics, the morinkhuur evokes the wild nature: the breath of the wind, the gallop of horses, the vastness of the steppe, and the whisper of spirits, with each note weaving a deep connection between humans and their environment.

Let yourself be transported by the breath of this millennial music, where tradition and emotion become one. An unforgettable evening to connect with the vast Mongolian landscapes.

Nazih Borish is a virtuoso of the oud, the Arab string instrument that is the precursor of European lutes, and a renowned musician in the world of oriental music. Born in Syria, he was trained from a young age in the rich Arab musical tradition.

His exceptional technique and unique interpretation of the oud have earned him international recognition. He blends tradition and innovation while respecting the essence of classical Arab music. His captivating performances combine subtle improvisations and refined compositions.

Nazih Borish is also an accomplished composer, creating works that explore new dimensions of the oud while staying true to its roots.
Through his expressive playing and mastery of the classical Arab repertoire, he is one of the most influential ambassadors of contemporary Arab music, connecting it with other musical traditions worldwide.

Immerse yourself in the vast Mongolian steppes with Nasanjargal Ganbold and Johanni Curtet.

In Mongolia, traditional music is deeply rooted in the natural environment and the nomadic way of life. At the heart of this sound ecology, Mongols engage in a dialogue with nature through their instruments and voices, blending praises with the art of throat singing.

Born in the Altai Mountains, the cradle of khöömii in western Mongolia, Nasanjargal Ganbold is a virtuoso of this unique vocal tradition. He also mastered traditional instruments such as the morin khuur (horsehead fiddle) and the tovshuur (lute). Alongside him, Johanni Curtet, a French ethnomusicologist and throat-singing specialist, brings depth to this musical journey.

Their collaboration gives rise to a concert where natural sounds, contemporary poetry, and improvisation intertwine, offering a profound immersion into the soul of Mongolian culture.

Recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2010, khöömii embodies the very essence of Mongolian musical tradition.

Artists

Nasanjargal Ganbold: khöömii, throat-singing, morin khuur fiddle, tovshuur lute, bishguur (oboe), mouth harp

Johanni Curtet: khöömii, throat-singing, dombra lute, guitar, mouth harp Presented by the Centre des musiciens du monde and Traquen’Art

Klapa (or klapsko pjevanje) is a multi-part singing tradition from the southern Croatian regions of Dalmatia. Sung in several voices, homophonic and a capella, the term klapa means ‘group of people’. With its rich blend of harmonies, klapa songs celebrate love, wine, homeland and the sea. Since 2012, this traditionally male genre has been included on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Sava is a female vocal ensemble performing polyphonic a cappella music from the Balkans. With Sarah Albu, Antonia Branković, Dina Cindrić and Sara Rousseau.