Saturday 30 May, 21:00

Dominique Pifarély & François Couturier

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Violinist Dominique Pifarély and pianist François Couturier reunite in a delicate duo built around their album Préludes et Chansons. Nearly thirty years after Poros, the programme explores attentive musical dialogue, where improvisation, lyricism and silence create a porous exchange. The musicians listen and respond, honoring distinct paths while shaping a shared language. Sparse, luminous textures and sudden intensities evoke intimacy and longing, transporting listeners through moments of reflection and improvised discovery.

Rue des Alpes 10,
1201 Genève
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Photo Credit: Jean-Baptiste Millot

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