Friday 12 June, 20:00

The Cadets of Geneva

Nearly 250 pupils from École primaire de Geisendorf join 170 musicians of the Harmonie des Cadets in a communal concert that gathers almost 400 young performers. Under the musical direction of Pierre Lanfrey, Raphaël Hugon and Stilver Segando, with Christophe Zimmermann leading percussion and Marion Fontana directing the Geisendorf choir, the programme blends youthful voices and wind ensemble sonorities. The staging favours vibrant textures, dynamic contrasts and a celebratory, tightly-knit sound that highlights community and musical apprenticeship.

Rue du Général-DUFOUR 14,
1204 Genève
Photo Credit: Tim et Catalina Ruiz
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Photo Credit: Tim et Catalina Ruiz

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