This concert will take place at the Salle Cortot in Paris.

The fifth year of the Wigmore French Song Exchange returns with three recitals: two Wigmore Hall lunchtimes and a performance in Paris. Devised by Dame Felicity Lott and François Le Roux, two great champions of the mélodie, alongside Sebastian Wybrew, the programme offers gifted singers and pianists a year of coaching from their mentors, culminating in showcase performances.

'We wanted to share our love of French song with a new generation of singers. Come and hear beautiful young voices in this rich and varied repertoire, with well-known and lesser-known songs. I hope that – like me – you will make some great discoveries!'.

Bizet & Ravel 1875 – A Cornerstone for French Music

In 1875, Bizet died, a few weeks after his operatic masterpiece Carmen was premièred at the Paris Opéra-Comique, and Ravel was born at the border of Spain in the French Basque country. The Wigmore French Song Exchange celebrates this 150th anniversary with young singers and pianists exploring Bizet’s and Ravel’s musical worlds through their songs.

The Salle Cortot, a Parisian cultural landmark andrenowned recital hall similar to Wigmore Hall in its intimacy and charm, presents a full evening concert of all eight singers plus the three chosen pianists. We hear ensemble pieces and thoughtful interpretations of mélodies, showcasing the next generation of French song talent.

Salle Cortot tickets can be purchased from Eventbrite wigmorehallinparis.eventbrite.co.uk​