Virée classique 2024 | Nayiri Piloyan and the Rhapsodie Quartet: Playing Armenia under the Mediterranean sun

Interview by Alexandre Villemaire

Made up of musicians Amélie Lamontagne and Ana Drobac (violins), Nayiri Piloyan (viola) and Sophie Coderre (cello), the Quatuor Rhapsodie is an ensemble characterized by the versatility and accessibility of its repertoire, and by the dynamism of its interpretation. Ranging from folk to classical and popular music, these four friends showcase their musical favourites as well as music from their cultural heritage.

As part of Virée classique 2024, the quartet will be giving two free afternoon concerts, on Saturday August 17 and Sunday August 18, at Espace George-Émile Lapalme, featuring Armenian music in all its forms and influences. On the eve of their performances, Alexandre Villemaire spoke with Nayiri Piloyan to discuss their program and their participation in La Virée.

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