For many years, Bernier's petits motets have occupied a central place in the work of CMBV choir Les Pages . Most often written for two equal voices, these works, rich in vocality strongly inspired by [...]
In putting together their programme, the two Chantresses have drawn on the Leçons de ténèbres , oratorios, duets and cantatas by great Baroque composers. Some of the works selected were not written for [...]
The Centre de musique baroque de Versailles is continuing its international partnership with the Canadian ensemble Arion with two short operas by Michel-Richard de Lalande, marking the 300th anniversary [...]
A meditation on the suffering of the Virgin Mary at the foot of the cross, the Stabat Mater has never ceased to inspire musical composition. During the Baroque period, many composers took up this religious [...]
The Baby Baroque workshops offer 45 minute sessions of relaxed listening and sharing led by CMBV teacher Sylvie Goueffon - combining baroque repertoire and nursery rhymes with a presentation of vocals [...]
For many years, Bernier's petits motets have occupied a central place in the work of CMBV choir Les Pages . Most often written for two equal voices, these works, rich in vocality strongly inspired by [...]
Lalande’s death in June 1726 by no means marked the end of the dissemination of his works; on the contrary, it inaugurated a posterity of remarkable longevity, unparalleled in the French musical landscape. [...]
In putting together their programme, the two Chantresses have drawn on the Leçons de ténèbres , oratorios, duets and cantatas by great Baroque composers. Some of the works selected were not written for [...]
This prestigious programme welcomes 17 students per year, aged 18 to 30, recruited through competitive examinations in France and internationally. Over two years (CPES – preparatory classes for higher [...]
The Centre de musique baroque de Versailles is continuing its international partnership with the Canadian ensemble Arion with two short operas by Michel-Richard de Lalande, marking the 300th anniversary [...]
Concerts Music for French cathedrals in the 17th century TUE. JUNE 3, 2025 - 8pm Royal Chapel of the Château de Versailles Tours and Deslauriers manuscripts Étienne Moulinié (1599-1676)Guillaume Bouzignac [...]
Concerts, stage productions, teaching projects, recordings: the production department encourages the spread of French Baroque music.
Symposiums, study days, seminars, publications, performance practices : the CMBV Research Department is a musicology lab, working in partnership with the CESR and the CNRS.
Sharing knowledge of early music and practical expertise in French baroque music in particular, is one of the key missions of the CMBV.
The Centre de musique baroque de Versailles designs bespoke local activities and outreach projects, notably for youngsters.
Sheet music, books, CDs and DVDs. The Centre de musique baroque de Versailles offers a variety of publications.
The CMBV has multiple ressources: a specialised library, digital resources, stage set & costume collections, musical instruments, 18 rehearsal rooms, etc.