Olivier Simonnet

Running Time: 52'

/ Format: SD

/ Available versions: FR

Documentary on the rehearsals of Handel’s “Julius Caesar” with stage setting by Willy Decker, conducted by Christophe Rousset, one of the most brilliant baroque music conductors of his generation. We follow his work with his orchestra with interest, “Les Talens lyriques” and a distribution of internationally-renowned soloists: Sara Mingardo, Laura Polverelli, Brigitte Balleys, Laura Claycomb, Hilary Summers and Robert Scaltriti.

Directed by Olivier Simonnet

Casting: Les Talents Lyriques (Ensemble), Christophe Rousset (Chef d’orchestre), Sara Mingardo (Chant), Laura Polverelli (Chant), Brigitte Balleys (Chant), Laura Claycomb(Chant), Hilary Sommers (Chant), Robert Scaltriti (Chant)

Broadcasters: Mezzo / La Cinquième

Festivals

Best Soundtrack Award – FIPA 2001

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