Jardins d'Ispahan

Le Pavillon de la Sirène hosts "Jardins d'Ispahan", a musical offering that invites discovery of Persian sounds and classical Iranian music.

The "Jardins d'Ispahan" project is a delicate exploration of classical Persian music, drawing from a rich repertoire spanning several centuries. It highlights traditional instruments such as the santour, tar, kamancheh, and daf, whose timbres intertwine to create evocative soundscapes. This ensemble is dedicated to interpreting pieces from the radif tradition, a complex modal corpus that forms the foundation of Iranian classical music, while infusing it with a contemporary sensibility.

On stage, "Jardins d'Ispahan" offers an immersive experience. The musicians, often in chamber formation, prioritise mutual listening and improvisation, central elements of this music. The audience is invited on a contemplative journey, where melody and rhythm unfold with great finesse, far from Western conventions. The set, usually lasting about an hour and a half, alternates between moments of virtuosity and more meditative passages.

This concert is aimed at curious music lovers, eager to open themselves to different musical aesthetics and discover the richness of Persian culture. Le Pavillon de la Sirène, with its refined acoustics, provides a suitable setting for appreciating these subtle sounds, creating an intimate atmosphere respectful of tradition.