Chœur et chorégraphes

Presented with Danse-Cité, the series Chœur et chorégraphes was initiated by André Pappathomas, pursuing since 1995 a process of research that is interested in the fusion of body and voice. For this 8^th edition, he has enlisted the artists Louise Bédard, Marc Béland, Frédérick Gravel, les Sœurs Schmutt, Daniel Soulières and Catherine Tardif. These choreographers/dancers are invited to create short pieces that explore in multiple ways the stage presence of the singers, indeed the entire choir as a whole. As a counterpoint, stock vocal scores are given to the vocalists, intertwining with new vocal pieces and choreographies, all within a tightly framed dramatic and emotional structure. Short scenes are created and wink at one another, connecting the different segments through image, movement and voice, so as to attain a harmonious whole and rhythmic continuum. The fruit of tight interaction between the singers and dancers, this show stands as a powerful expression of the music and melodies of the body.