On 2 April, an evening event organised by Talents & Violon’celles was held at the Bibliothèque musicale La Grange-Fleuret, bringing together a group of patrons for a unique, accessible and lively talk on new approaches to instrument restoration. Dedicated to fine musical instruments, this event highlighted the specific challenges associated with their conservation and preservation. Presented by Martin Hirsch and led by the instrument makers Roland Houël and Joël Klépal, from

On 17 February 2026, our early music department reached a historic milestone: the first six instruments, commissioned in mid-2024, were unveiled at a private evening event attended by the two patrons. Six internationally renowned luthiers specialising in early music worked on this exceptional project. These instruments are now on loan to musicians who need to be ‘equipped’ to tackle a wide variety of repertoires. Talents & Violon'celles is thus resolutely opening up to career