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St. Ephrem Church
Candlelights Concert at St. Ephrem Church: Chopin, Liszt, Satie, Beethoven, Debussy
Paris, Eglise Saint‐Ephrem — Main Hall
About the Event
Experience a captivating Piano concert featuring works by Chopin, Liszt, Satie, Beethoven, and Debussy at the charming Saint Ephrem Church in Paris. The historic heart of the city is the perfect backdrop for this musical event, as the church regularly showcases performances by talented young musicians. The exceptional acoustics and unique ambiance of the venue create a truly magical atmosphere for classical music enthusiasts. Immerse yourself in the delightful melodies of renowned composers like Liszt, Satie, and Beethoven, all within the beautiful surroundings of St. Ephrem Church. Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy an evening of exquisite music and stunning architecture in the heart of Paris.
Practical Information
Reduced price applies to students and unemployed people with valid ID.
Program
- Ludwig van Beethoven – Sonate au clair de lune
- Claude Debussy – Clair de lune
- Erik Satie – Gymnopédies
- Franz Liszt – Rêve d’amour et Tarentelle de concert
- Frederic Chopin – Nocturne
Artists
| Piano: | Elio di Tanna Award‐winning French pianist Elio di Tanna is a successful soloist and chamber musician, particularly at home in the Romantic and early 20th century repertoire. |
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Eglise Saint-Ephrem
Located in a secluded corner of Paris’ historical fifth arrondissement, also known as the Latin Quarter, this small, quaint church is truly a hidden gem. Constructed in 1733 in true Corinthian style, the church was used by different religious orders until the late 19th century, when it became a centre for the Catholic social movements founded by Robert and Albert de Mun. The interior is classically embellished with an impressive collection of paintings. Church Saint-Ephrem is a popular venue for classical music concerts, as its cosy, intimate atmosphere and great acoustics attract both locals and tourists.
Ludwig van Beethoven
Ludwig van Beethoven was a German pianist and composer of the late 18th century. He is well known as the most influential composers of all time as well as crucial figure to the Classical music scene. In fact, he demonstrated his musical talent at an early age, taking lessons from his father and composer/conductor Christian Gottlob Neefe. Later, he moved to Vienna where he gained the reputation of a virtuoso pianist by composing his popular masterpieces. He created his most admired works in his last 15 years of life, all the while being almost completely deaf.
Frederic Chopin
Frederic Chopin was a Polish composer and pianist of the Romantic area (early 19th century). He wrote primarily piano solos but also piano concerts, chamber pieces and songs set to Polish lyrics. He is well-known as a poetic genius without competition of his generation. In fact, he created the concept of instrumental ballade and his performances were noted for their sensitivity and fine distinction. He spent most of his life in Paris, where he performed for the intimate atmospheres of salons. For most of his life, he suffered poor health. As a result, he died quite young at the age of 39, probably of tuberculosis.
Franz Liszt
Franz Liszt was a Hungarian composer, pianist and conductor of the 19th century Romantic era. He was well-known for his prodigious virtuosic skill as a pianist all over Europe. In fact, he was one of the most prominent representatives of the New German School (Neudeutsche Schule) as a composer. Over the course of his career he created extensive and diverse bodies of works that influenced contemporaries and anticipated many 20th-century ideas and trends. For instance, his most notable musical contributions were the invention of the symphonic poem, making radical departures in harmony and developing the concept of thematic transformation as part of his experiments in musical form.
Address
Eglise Saint‐Ephrem, 17, rue des Carmes, Paris, France — Google Maps
