Impressions – Ensemble InSpirations (organ, clarinet, trombone, etc.)

Ensemble InSpirations avec contrebasse, trombone, clarinettes

Event details

  • 25 February 2024
  • 15:00
  • Église Saints-Anges de Lachine 1400, Boul. St-Joseph Lachine (Qc) H8S 2M8
  • Free Admission | Suggested Donation $15

Founded in 2015 by renowned clarinetist and conducteur André Moisan, InSpirations brings you a new musical experience with a unique sound and outstanding performances – blending classical, jazz, world music and contemporary musical techniques.

  • Jean-Willy Kunz, organ
  • André Moisan, clarinet
  • Hélène Lemay, trombone
  • Frédéric Alarie, double bass
  • Michel Berthiaume, drum

Details

  • The size of the church allows social distancing
  • No tickets required

 

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Biography

Founded in 2015 by the renowned clarinettist and conductor André Moisan, the InSpirations ensemble offers an unparalleled musical experience, featuring a unique sound and fresh interpretations that seamlessly blend classical, jazz, world music and contemporary musical techniques. A musical kaleidoscope with the backdrop of traditions from many times and many places, InSpirations brings together five diverse, passionate virtuosos deeply dedicated to their art.  The ensemble creates an unforgettable sound, subtly bringing together acoustic instruments around the organ, offering a palette of infinitely varied colors. At the heart of Impressions, the organ becomes a unifying and versatile instrument, capable of unusual sound textures in synergy with the quartet’s contributions. The immense variety of organ timbres provides an ideal canvas for the improvisations of saxophones, clarinets, trombone, percussion, and double bass. Impressions is the culmination of stylistic explorations undertaken by each group member – explorations which converge to create transcendent performances of original compositions and adaptations of the repertoire.

Bearing witness to an era of rich cultural convergences and artistic crossovers, the Inspirations ensemble strives to be an ambassador for diverse musical traditions interpreted through a modern lens. After winning public and critical acclaim in several Canadian and American cities, the group continues building momentum with performances on the international scene.


Program

 

Grana od bora
(arr.: Bojan Z Quartet / J.-W. Kunz)

Traditional Balkans
(1862 – 1897)

Spain

 Chick Corea
(1941-2021)

Shalom Aleichem

Béla Kovács
(1937-2021)

Fly Me to the Moon
(arr.: H. Lemay / R. Prévost)

Bart Howard
(1915-2004)

Symphony no 40 in G minor, K550
(arr.: M. Legault)

W.A. Mozart
(1756-1791)

Four Pictures from New York
(arr.: M. Legault)

Roberto Molinelli
(b. 1963)

Pour mon ami Léon (For my friend Léon)

Daniel Mercure
(b. 1955)

Jazz variations on a theme by Paganini

Michael Garson
(b. 1945)
Eddie Daniels
(b. 1941)

Guataca City

Paquito d’Rivera
(b. 1948)


Thank you to all our sponsors

PUBLIC PARTNERS

 
Arrondissement Lachine
Ville de Montréal
Conseil des arts de Montréal
PME MTL West-Island
Enrico Ciccone, député de Marquette
Bingo Lachine
 

 

SEASON SPONSORS – GOLD

 
Fondation Azrieli – Azrieli Foundation
Collégial international Sainte-Anne
Desjardins Caisse de Lachine
Spinelli
 

 

SEASON SPONSORS – SILVER

 
Piano Vertu
Fondation JM Canada
 

 

SEASON SPONSORS – BRONZE

 
Atelier lyrique de l’Opéra de Montréal
CabinetDentaire.ca
Cognitive Group
 

 

CONCERT SPONSORS

 
Beauchamp Laplante – Cabinet de services financiers
MLV Immobilier
Jean Coutu Aboud Georges
J.J. Cardinal Lachine
Martin & Cie, comptables professionnels agréés
IGA Extra Vallée
Centre visuel Victoria