7th edition 2023 - Choirs of the world

Teaser for the Chœurs du Monde Concert – June 11, 2023

June 11 marked the culmination of the 7th edition ofA vos marques, prêts… Chantez ! with the participatory concert Choirs of the world bringing together more than 4,000 spectators at the Zénith de Strasbourg.

This musical performance was conceived as a journey through a day, a year, with its seasons. A departure from home to travel the world, enrich oneself through experiences, and return transformed—broader, more open, and nourished by art. Through a succession of songs from French, Argentinian, African, and Slavic traditions, the performance invited audiences on this musical voyage.

*"Turning our differences into a source of personal enrichment"* was the guiding principle of this large-scale project, which brought together nearly 1,000 singers—both adults and children—including the *Maîtrise de l’Opéra national du Rhin*, accompanied by the *Orchestre du Rhin*. This project also provided an opportunity for the association to build new partnerships with institutions such as the socio-educational institutes of Sélestat and Diemeringen. It was a deeply moving experience for the 60 teenagers who took part in the performance. A significant part of the artistic work was developed in collaboration with the **Ballet de Danse Physique Contemporaine** (BDPC), directed by **David Llari**, artist-in-residence at the *Centre Chorégraphique de Strasbourg*. David worked closely with several local dance companies, including **Dounya** (African dance) and **Azul** (Latin dance), to create stunning dance sequences. The BDPC also played a key role in engaging the participating singers, leading workshops during the monthly sessions and working with the *Maîtrise* to integrate dance movements into the singing. For many singers, this was an incredibly enriching experience.

Distribution :

The Orchestre du Rhin
Maîtrise de l’Opéra national du Rhin – Petits Chanteurs de Strasbourg
500 participatory singers
300 children from the schools of Strasbourg
150 dancers

Artistic and Musical Direction Luciano Bibiloni
Choreography David Llari and Thomas Barbarisi
Lights Emmanuelle Stauble

Some photos

Credits : Laurent Khrâm Longvixay