The most beautiful encounters are always unexpected.
August 20, 2022: 4 musicians meeting to rehearse a concert in the Saint-Germain church of Rignac marked the beginning of this wonderful adventure, “Les Rencontres de Rignac”.
The musical alchemy, combined with the perfect harmony born between the 4 artists, made the old stones of our 12th-century church vibrate, convincing us that the experience should be repeated in a more open form, for a larger audience.
Open to the public, the rehearsal was enthusiastically received by those present. Combined with the beauty of the Rignac church, its intimate atmosphere and admirable acoustics, this reception created ideal working conditions for the musicians, who were deeply moved and galvanized. The idea of extending the experience by imagining “Les Rencontres de Rignac” was born that day, self-evident.
From the start, the festival was conceived around strong intentions:
- The Baroque music as a common thread.
- The desire to resonate with unsuspected architectural gems of the region heritage, le Lot.
- A program featuring young artists who have already been recognized on the artistic scene.
- An invitation to the public to extend the musical experience, through encounters with the artists, public and participatory rehearsals.
- A hand outstretched towards other performing artists wishing to work with musicians.
On a human scale, resolutely local, the festival “Les Rencontres de Rignac” aspires to become a driving force for convergence between the various local players in the area, a festival that fosters a culture of working together to enhance the value of the event’s various partner professions.