Work: Hexenlied, Op.8 no.8

The programme had been changed. No Montsalvatge, but this gave space for a lovely performance of Grieg's varied and characterful Haugtussa (Maid of the Mountain) cycle. Both performers had clearly worked at it intently, and took us with great authority through its twists and turns. The Larsson songs must be some of the strangest lyrics ever set.

Le Festival de Radio France de Montpellier a offert un concert autour de Felix Mendelssohn justement intime et vibrant. 

Le sublime duo Dessay/Cassard éblouit le public lyonnais dans un récital de lied et de mélodies généreux et riche en émotions.