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École Normale de Musique de Paris Launches 'Résonances' Concert Series Honoring George Sand and Frédéric Chopin

other · 2026-04-17

The École Normale de Musique de Paris has introduced a new concert series named 'Résonances,' with the Fondation Signature serving as its founding patron. The first edition honors George Sand and Frédéric Chopin through a unique creation crafted, adapted, and directed by Anne-Laure Liégeois. Musical direction is led by Marc Laforêt, a faculty member of the École Normale de Musique de Paris, who also performs Chopin's works. This production is inspired by Sand's novel 'Lucrezia Floriani,' penned at Nohant, the residence shared by Sand and Chopin. Featuring seven musicians and seven actors, the performance narrates the tale of Lucrezia and Karol, commemorating the 150th anniversary of Sand's passing. The shows will be held at Salle Cortot and are a collaborative event with Club Artistik Rezo.

Key facts

  • The École Normale de Musique de Paris launched the multidisciplinary concert series 'Résonances.'
  • The Fondation Signature is the founding patron of the series.
  • The inaugural edition honors George Sand and Frédéric Chopin.
  • Anne-Laure Liégeois conceived, adapted, and directed the original creation.
  • Marc Laforêt provides musical direction and interprets Chopin.
  • The production is inspired by George Sand's novel 'Lucrezia Floriani,' written at Nohant.
  • The performance features seven musicians and seven actors.
  • The event commemorates the 150th anniversary of George Sand's death.

Entities

Artists

  • George Sand
  • Frédéric Chopin
  • Anne-Laure Liégeois
  • Marc Laforêt

Institutions

  • École Normale de Musique de Paris
  • Fondation Signature
  • Club Artistik Rezo

Locations

  • Paris
  • France
  • Nohant
  • Salle Cortot

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