Les Illuminations perform Gubaidulina, Jacquet de la Guerre, Saariaho, and more

Ensemble Les Illuminations continues its Prisme-s project, crafting a program focused on the groundbreaking works of pioneering female composers. Join us at the Fondation Singer-Polignac's celebrated festival to explore the beautiful Baroque compositions of Élisabeth Jacquet de la Guerre, the sonic poetry of Kaija Saariaho, the romantic fervor of Ethel Smyth, the artistic silence of Sofia Gubaidulina… and don’t miss a sneak preview of the world premiere of Vera vita viva! by Claire-Mélanie Sinnhuber, co-commissioned by Les Illuminations and the Festival Un Temps Pour Elles, composed for an eclectic instrumental ensemble including an accordion and harpsichord!