A prominent figure at the Orford Music Academy for over 30 years, flutist Robert Langevin will reunite with pianist Mariane Patenaude, a longtime collaborator of the Academy for more than 20 years, for a concert marked by rare finesse.
Together, they will bring the spirit of the Belle Époque to life through a repertoire rich in French colors. Among the highlights, Francis Poulenc’s Flute and Piano Sonata will captivate with its liveliness and charm, blending lightness and depth. The luminous Sonatine by Maurice Ravel, in a flute and piano arrangement, will stand out for its clear elegance. You will also hear Mel Bonis’ F-sharp minor Sonata, arranged by Robert Langevin, revealing expressive richness and unique sensitivity.
Guided by the close artistic rapport of two musicians deeply connected to Orford Music, this concert promises to be a highlight not to be missed.
Artists
Robert Langevin
In 2000, Robert Langevin joined the New York Philharmonic as Principal Flute in The Leila Acheson Wallace chair under the direction of Kurt Masur. His 2012 performance of Nielsen’s Flute Concerto was recorded for inclusion in the Nielsen Project, the orchestra’s multi-season traversal of all the Danish composer’s symphonies and concertos, released by DaCapo Records. He is a member of the Philharmonic Quintet with which he has performed on many continents. He has given masterclasses throughout North America, South America, Europe and Asia.Mariane Patenaude
Recipient of the prestigious Prix d’Europe and the Canadian Music Centre Award in the same competition for her interpretation of “Brisures” by Gilbert Patenaude, Mariane Patenaude began her musical training at the age of six at the Vincent-d’Indy School of Music (Thérèse Brouillette). She continued her studies at Pierre-Laporte High School (Charlotte Dumas) and later at the Conservatoire de musique et d’art dramatique de Montréal (Raoul Sosa).A winner of numerous scholarships and competitions, Mariane Patenaude is highly sought after by instrumentalists and lyrical artists alike.
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