"La Francophonie en Chansons" 23rd of March 2022

The Permanent Missions of France and Canada to the Organization of American States are pleased to invite you to the event "La Francophonie en Chansons" which will be held in the auditorium of the Maison Française.

This event will be an opportunity to take a musical journey throughout the ages and to discover or rediscover famous songs and opera pieces from the French-speaking heritage.

The Month of La Francophonie is an opportunity to celebrate multilingualism in international organizations especially here in DC, at the OAS, as French is one of its four official languages.

Programme and artists:

A bouquet of songs from polyphony to modern singing with Choirmaster and pianist Simon Charette and the Rochambeau Choir

Opera singing: a few famous pieces with artists Maggie Polglaze, soprano and Matthew Payne, baritone

Popular and poetic songs with jazz singer Lynn Véronneau, accompanied by Dave Kline on violin and Ken Avis on guitar.

When?
Wednesday March 23, 2022
6 pm – 7:40 pm

Where?
La Maison Française,
4101 Reservoir Road Northwest
Washington, DC 20007

Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination and photo ID required.

The number of seats is limited : first come first served basis so book your tickets now on Eventbrite.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/la-francophonie-en-chansons-tickets-295319517627