Les Talens Lyriques

Founded in 1991 by harpsichordist conductor Christophe Rousset, Les Talens Lyriques has become one of the most accomplished musical institutions in France by illuminating a long, often forgotten history of diverse European music. The ensemble is composed of gifted musicians from a multitude of backgrounds and generations. Its repertoire — which spans from Early Baroque to the dawn of Romanticism — includes compelling compositions by Francesco Cavalli, Henri Desmarest, George Frideric Handel, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jean-Philippe Rameau, and Camille Saint-Saëns. In addition to performing all across the globe, Les Talens Lyriques leads educational residencies and workshops as well as other programs dedicated to equipping students with the knowledge and practice needed to enter the music profession. In these ways, the ensemble brings a rich musical tradition into a contemporary forum while ensuring its continuation for generations to come.