Arsonora : Festival de musique ancienne

In Dinan and the surrounding area, Arsonora offers four concerts of medieval music, inviting listeners on a sonic journey to the heart of the region?s heritage and history. Supported by the Fête des Remparts de Dinan association, the event combines high artistic standards, with artists of international stature, and the opportunity to meet and share with festival-goers.

- INVICTAE

The Irini ensemble offers a 100% female program based on the miracles of the Virgin Mary. Six female singers bring together nearly six centuries of sacred music, from the songs of the

Llibre

Vermell of Montserrat

to Byzantine and Cypriot repertoires, in a creation directed by choreographer Faustine Aziyadé, combining voice, body and gesture

Friday October 16th - 8pm

Chapelle des Cordeliers

Ensemble Irini - conducted by Lila Hajosi

- Musical tour of Château du Guildo

An immersive visit to rediscover the Château du Guildo through its world of sound. Guided by musician Éva Fogelgesang (medieval harp, vocals, fiddle, violin), the public explores the site, punctuated by musical pauses. Two complementary itineraries are available: one for families, the other for history buffs.

Sunday, October 18 - 3:30pm

Château du Guildo

Eva Fogelgesang, medieval and Celtic harps

Snacks on site.

With the kind recommendation of Myrdhin, artistic director of the Rencontres Internationales de Harpes Celtiques.

- Le Grand Bal d?Arsonora

The Into the Winds ensemble invites young and old to a festive, participatory Renaissance ball. After an introductory workshop, the public is invited to dance to the sound of ancient instruments, in a convivial moment open to all, beginners and initiates alike.

Sunday, October 25,

2pm - Introductory workshop to medieval and Renaissance dances

6pm - Grand Bal

Lanvallay village hall

Into The Winds - directed by Adrien Reboisson

Costume hire (adults - children) and refreshments on site.

- Échos médiévaux - Ravel and Debussy's dream of the Middle Ages

In this recital dedicated to echoes of the Middle Ages in the music of the 19th and 20th centuries, from Debussy to Ravel, via Berlioz and Britten, baritone Marc Mauillon and pianist Anne Le Bozec explore the resonances between ancient poetry and modern musical creation

and modern musical creation.

Friday, October 30 - 8:30pm

Théâtre des Jacobins

Marc Mauillon, vocals

Anne le Bozec, piano