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Eccles' version of Semele would be a real treat to hear anywhere, but especially so for Perth (Western Australia), from the newish Baroque company HIP displaying a wealth of young talent. 

For whatever reason, performers have always seemed to fear the fourth wall. They are content to let their music speak for itself, and any attempt to address the audience verbally is often considered lowbrow. This makes sense in some regards, as it facilitates the image of performer as master and lends artistic integrity to the music.

François Dumont, Shani Diluka, Éric Le Sage, Juliette Journaux et Vincent Mussat se sont succédé sur la scène de Radio France pour un marathon riche et contrasté.

Théotime Langlois de Swarte et Thomas Dunford ont ravivé la flamme improvisatrice du début du dix-huitième siècle, dans un récital royal au château d'Hardelot.