With the vocal works of Josquin Desprez, Nicolas Gombert, and Roland de Lassus, the Ensemble Jacques Moderne celebrates love poetry in this program that intertwines sacred compositions and secular songs.

The magnificent poems from the Song of Solomon (aka Song of Songs), dating back to the 4th century BCE, form the backbone of this French music program. Their sensuality has inspired numerous musical compositions throughout the centuries.

A cappella, in choir for the sacred pieces, or groups of soloists for the secular songs, the 11 singers of the Ensemble Jacques Moderne, conducted by Joël Suhubiette, invite us on a poetic journey through Renaissance music.

PRESS EXTRACTS

"The concert that inaugurated the eighth edition of the Concerts d’Automne Festival had only one flaw: it was too short, representing one of those rare musical occasions one wishes would never end."

Le Salon Musical (translated from italien)

"The 11 singers blend their voices in a balanced manner, fully marrying them in all dynamic situations [...] The audience, charmed by these tender words in music, warmly welcomes the artists [...]"

Olyrix