A Christmas Concert at Saint Joseph’s Oratory

As every year, Clavecin en concert presents a festive concert under the theme of Nativity. Traditional songs that everyone loves to hear and hum blend with old French hymns and Christmas carols from various regions. Soprano Catherine St-Arnaud and the girls’ choir Les Voix d’Elles, conducted by Mariane Patenaude, are accompanied by the instrumental ensemble Clavecin en concert, under the direction of Luc Beauséjour.

Artists
Catherine St-Arnaud, soprano

Catherine St-Arnaud has been hailed as a “simply stunning” soprano (Revue L’Opéra) and “first-rate performer” (Opera Canada) making waves in Canada and abroad. From opera stages to intimate recitals, singing in large-scale productions or leading her own innovative projects, Catherine’s expressive voice and tireless enthusiasm make her a captivating artist to watch.

Les Voix d’Elles

Les Voix d’Elles is an ensemble of young girls aged 8 and over, whose educational vocation covers both musical and theatrical aspects. Les Voix d’Elles is a non-profit organization, created in 1987 by Gilbert Patenaude, when the need arose to form a musical vocal ensemble for young girls. The musical and artistic director is now Mariane Patenaude, since 2014.

Marianne Patenaude, choir conductor

Clavecin en concert Ensemble

Through its concerts, Clavecin en concert offers an appreciation of the repertoire of the Baroque period. Compositions for the harpsichord, ensemble music as well as works involving the voice offer varied concert programs that appeal to a wide audience.

Luc Beauséjour, organ, harpsichord, and conductor

Luc Beauséjour is renowned for the elegance, virtuosity, and expressiveness of his playing, which has won him an enthusiastic audience and the continuing praise of critics and music specialists. Luc Beauséjour is the recipient of seven Prix Opus from the Conseil québécois de la musique and two Félix from the ADISQ Gala. Since 1994, Luc Beauséjour has been musical director of Clavecin en concert. He teaches at the Conservatoire de musique de Montréal and at the Université de Montréal, where he obtained a doctorate. M. Beauséjour leads a very active performing schedule in Canada and abroad. He was invited to perform the Goldberg Variations at the Glenn Gould Studio in Toronto for a CBC commemoration of the great pianist’s birthday—testimony to the recognition he has earned as one of Canada’s finest musicians. M. Beauséjour has led more than 35 recording projects as a soloist and musical director. He is heard regularly on both CBC and Radio-Canada.

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Saint Joseph’s Oratory, Church Crypt
3800 Chem. Queen-Mary, Montreal, QC, Canada