02.10.2025 - Alexandre Tharaud

He opens proceedings with Mozart and Rameau, whose popular influences breathe a singular energy into the works. Then comes song! Poulenc, Satie, as well as lesser known names like Alexis Weissenberg and Jean Wiéner, before focussing on a vibrant Charles Trenet, a pioneer of French variety imbued with swing and jazz. Tharaud, a chameleon-like artist, surprises us yet again with majestic improvisations on Piaf, Barbara, Brel and Josephine Baker, demonstrating a mastery rare in the classical  world. This protean talent can be found in his exceptional discography, as well as in his writings: he is the author of a number of works that include Montrez-moi vos mains (Show me your hands) in which he humbly confides: “My hands, I’d love to show them to you. Pale, veiny, nothing special.” Furthermore, if you also want to explore other aspects of this artist, our Noda+ activities give you the opportunity, particularly with Artist’s confidences, a unique moment to see the real Alexandre Tharaud in a new light.