Over the years, Soni Siecinski has learnt to turn constraints into opportunities for exploration. Now a Master’s student at the CNSMDP in Raphaël Pidoux’s class, the young cellist—who was born with a deformity in his left hand—is juggling a busy musical schedule whilst pursuing a project that is as personal as it is ambitious: the design of a new prosthesis intended to revolutionise his playing, but also to provide him with greater comfort and freedom of movement. Soni plays

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

Monday, 19 January 2026 marked the official presentation of two instruments: a violin by luthier Camille De Tredern and a cello by luthier Nicolas Gilles. These two instruments, funded thanks to the generous support of Philippe Avisse, were presented to Maria Chahine and Sofia Demydenko during an evening dedicated to the transmission of knowledge, craftsmanship and musical excellence. Maria Chahine, Nicolas Gilles, Philippe Avisse, Franti Avisse, Camille De Tredern, Sofia De

On Wednesday, 14 January 2026, the Caisse d'Épargne Bourgogne Franche-Comté (CEBFC), a loyal patron of Talents & Violon'celles for many years, held its New Year's reception. Amanda Guigue alongside Mr Jérôme Ballet (Chairman of the Executive Board) and Mr Éric Fougère (Chairman of the Steering and Supervisory Board) This event was an opportunity to showcase Amanda Guigue, a promising young cellist, who performed several pieces that she will present at the Conservatoire Nation