Bach à Bacchus in Meursault: Musical Heritage

The “Bach à Bacchus: Concert Alkymia, Répertoires anciens et de nos jours: ‘Sucreries’” offers a captivating sound journey through time, anchored in the city of Sucre during the Hispanic viceroyalty of Upper Peru. This concert, taking place at Église Saint-Nicolas in Meursault on July 9, 2026, from 20:00 to 21:30, will showcase polyphonies from the 17th and 18th centuries, salon music from the 19th, and traditional dances, inviting attendees to explore Sucre’s rich musical heritage. The program includes sacred villancicos composed for Christmas, Corpus Christi, and the feast of Saint Ignatius of Loyola. Attendees will experience lively compositions that blend popular Spanish melodies with Golden Age literature, capturing the essence of early Baroque music meant to amplify celebrations and faith. Additionally, pieces featuring guitar and viola da gamba will dialogue with these villancicos, illustrating the importance of dance in colonial life. The Alkymia ensemble, led by Mariana Delgadillo Espinoza, masterfully intertwines ancient and modern compositions, creating an experience that transcends time. The concert culminates in the joyful cuecas by Siméon Roncal and Matilde Casasola, which reflect Baroque influences in contemporary dance. Expect a performance that artfully blends historical context with contemporary sensibilities, offering a direct and sensitive connection to the diversity of global musical heritage.