Melody

Gordes, France – The Gordes International Melodie International ⁣Competition​ will return for its 17th edition on September 6th and 7th, drawing a‍ growing number of vocalists with its prestigious prizes and masterclass opportunities.⁢ This year’s‍ competition, held⁢ at Espace ‌Simiane in Gordes, features solo and duo voice-piano categories ‌and is open to the public free‍ of charge.

The competition‍ has gained renown thanks to support from leading figures ⁤in the French lyric‌ scene, including‍ opera houses, festivals, and musical⁣ critics ‌who comprise the jury. Winners ​will receive prizes from the city and department of‍ Gordes, as well as commitments for recitals offered by jury ⁤members⁣ representing various musical structures.⁣

This year’s jury will be led ⁤by French baritone⁣ Jérôme Boutillier, following ‍in the footsteps of past presidents like⁣ Karine Deshayes, ‍Cyrille Dubois, and⁣ the late Béatrice Uria-Monzon. Candidates⁤ will be evaluated on their performance of‍ a melody in French,⁤ one in a foreign language, and a contemporary composition. The competition’s welcoming atmosphere, with candidates housed among local ‍residents, has​ been consistently praised.

The winners​ will be announced on September 7th at 6 p.m. on the forecourt of the ⁣town hall. The event ⁢is ‌carried forward with renewed momentum by​ the⁢ village,its ⁣municipality,and⁣ the⁣ Voice seasons,now under the​ direction of Yves Senn.