{"id":8895,"date":"2025-07-23T13:02:26","date_gmt":"2025-07-23T17:02:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/panoramitalia.com\/?p=8895"},"modified":"2025-07-23T13:10:05","modified_gmt":"2025-07-23T17:10:05","slug":"i-musici-de-montreal-at-the-centre-leonardo-da-vinci-a-new-musical-era","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/panoramitalia.com\/index.php\/2025\/07\/23\/i-musici-de-montreal-at-the-centre-leonardo-da-vinci-a-new-musical-era\/","title":{"rendered":"I Musici de Montr\u00e9al at the Centre Leonardo da Vinci: A New Musical Era"},"content":{"rendered":"

by Carole Gagliardi<\/em><\/p>

The year 2025 marks a major turning point for the I Musici de Montr\u00e9al orchestra, celebrating its 42nd season with a bold and refreshing new direction. The acclaimed chamber ensemble is undergoing a transformative change: it will now perform without a conductor<\/strong>.<\/p>

\u201cThe artistic direction will be carried out by the musicians themselves. This fosters a greater sense of ownership and allows for a more democratic approach to our craft,\u201d explains Julie Trinquet, the orchestra\u2019s concertmaster.<\/p>

By adopting a collective structure, I Musici embraces a collaborative model already in use by several ensembles around the world\u2014one where artistic decisions are made jointly. This move allows the group to function more horizontally, with every member playing an active role in the creative process.<\/p>

\u201cWithout a conductor, there\u2019s less hierarchy\u2014we operate in a more egalitarian way,\u201d adds Trinquet.<\/p>

This new approach invites freer, more vibrant interpretations of classical works\u2014presented through a modern lens and in dialogue with today\u2019s social and artistic realities. The orchestra, made up of 15 to 17 professional musicians, aims to maintain the excellence of its performance while gaining greater creative agility.<\/p>

\u201cIt\u2019s a major challenge, as we\u2019ve always had a traditional artistic direction. But after 42 years of existence, we\u2019re building on a solid foundation\u2014and every member is fully committed,\u201d Trinquet emphasizes.<\/p>

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Launching a New Chapter: The Concerto Series<\/strong><\/h2>

As part of this artistic renewal, I Musici de Montr\u00e9al is launching a new Concerto Series<\/strong> in partnership with Panoram Italia<\/strong> and the Canadian-Italian Community Foundation<\/strong>. The series aims to reconnect the Montreal Italian community\u2014and the public at large\u2014with world-class classical musicianship<\/strong> in an intimate, accessible setting.<\/p>

The concerts are designed to break down barriers<\/strong> between audiences and classical music, encouraging deeper engagement with both seasoned listeners and those new to the genre. The initiative also serves as a cultural branding exercise for Panoram Italia<\/strong>, reinforcing its role as a bridge between community, culture, and the arts.<\/p>

The inaugural performances will begin with a string quartet format in September<\/strong>, followed by a second concert in early December<\/strong>, just before the holidays. As the series evolves, the vision is to eventually expand toward full-orchestra performances<\/strong> by 2026 and beyond.<\/p>

The goal is to host at least four concerts per year<\/strong>, aligned with Panoram Italia\u2019s quarterly magazine issues, forming a strong cultural rhythm through the seasons\u2014with the potential to grow beyond.<\/p>

First Performance: September 6 at Centre Leonardo da Vinci<\/strong><\/h2>

To inaugurate the Concerto Series, a season-opening concert<\/strong> will take place on September 6<\/strong> at the Leonardo da Vinci Centre. Four musicians from I Musici will present a string quartet program<\/strong>, featuring works by Antonio Vivaldi<\/strong> and Giacomo Puccini<\/strong>\u2014an elegant blend of baroque brilliance and operatic emotion.<\/p>

Set in a welcoming, community-centered venue, this event represents a unique opportunity to experience high-level classical music up close. It\u2019s not just a concert\u2014it\u2019s the beginning of a broader artistic dialogue with the community.<\/p>

With this unprecedented season and concert series, I Musici de Montr\u00e9al proves that even after four decades, boldness and innovation can still strike a powerful chord\u2014rooted in excellence and reaching toward the future.<\/p>

Reservations<\/strong>: https:\/\/cldv.tuxedobillet.com\/main\/series-concerto<\/a>
Information<\/strong>: anselmo@panoramitalia.com<\/a>
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Tickets and Info<\/a><\/div><\/div>

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