Artistic Ensembles

Ensemble Philomèle

The Ensemble Philomèle was born from the encounter of two musicians at the Paris Conservatoire: Léa Mason, guitarist and theorbo player, and Dania El Zein, singer. Originally a duo, the ensemble was created in 2021 with the premiere of their “Salon romantique” program — a voice and guitar recital given during the Eva Ganizate Festival. Natacha Gauthier later joined the ensemble naturally with her viola da gamba, enriching the second program of the group, dedicated to 17th-century Baroque women composers and entitled “Les Merveilles du Grand Siècle”.

Duo Arya

Duo Arya was formed by soprano Dania El Zein and pianist Agnès Graziano in 2001. Both graduates of the CNSMD of Lyon and Paris, and currently based in Burgundy, they share a deep passion for vocal repertoire, poetry, and theatrical interpretation. Their strong artistic bond has led them to perform in many festivals such as Les Grandes Heures de Cluny, and in renowned venues like Salle Molière in Lyon, Auditorium Saint-Pierre-des-Cuisines in Toulouse, Salle Cortot and Salle Gaveau in Paris.

Close collaborators, united by their enthusiasm for a rich and contrasting program revealing the inner lives of loving and beloved beings, they invite audiences into their lyrical repertoire, exploring themes of love through opera, art song, and lied.

Trio Selenia

Trio Selenia is all about encounter and journey. This unique ensemble of voice, violin, and piano explores a repertoire of original and arranged works tailored to the complementary timbres and characteristics of each instrument. Their latest program is a true “Invitation to Travel”, featuring works by composers and women composers from varied stylistic and linguistic backgrounds. Contemporary creation also plays a central role in their concerts.

Ensemble 44

Founded in 2019 by composer Elisabeth Angot, Ensemble 44 aims to reframe contemporary creation through the lens of the entire Western musical tradition. The ensemble offers a journey through the evolution of musical writing from its origins to the present day. The program “A Thousand Years of Vocal Music”, written for four mixed voices, presents a musical fresco spanning over a millennium of vocal music — from 9th-century Gregorian chant to contemporary works.

Les Trois Oiseaux – Harp & Voice Ensemble

When one says “I’m a soprano”, it actually says very little! The soprano’s place in the operatic world is as vast and varied as the feminine experience itself. From ingénue to mother, queen to witch, these roles are interpreted by sopranos who are as similar as they are different.

“Les Trois Oiseaux” is a trio of sopranos — a coloratura, a lyric, and a light soprano — united around the harp to explore this multifaceted universe together.

Duos de musique française

The idea for this program was born during a recital in Brussels in 2019 at Flagey Studios. Wishing to offer audiences a repertoire that was both original and delightful, Naomi and Dania chose to include lesser-known French duets that perfectly suited their vocal blend. It was love at first sight! Joined by pianist Johan Barnoin, they built an entire recital from these musical gems that, in their view, deserve much more than just casual attention.

Duo Murmuration

Connected both on stage and in life, these two professional artists decided to give shape to their wide-ranging musical tastes by creating a duo that is both elegant and vibrant. From opera to jazz, via chanson, their sensitivity and creativity offer audiences a unique artistic moment — a touching and captivating reverie. Duo Murmuration presents tailor-made programs with custom arrangements and exclusive versions.