musi SOUL program

Program

ACT 1: WINE TASTING BY BARTON & GUESTIER

Veuve Du Vernay Brut

B&G Cotes de Provence Tourmaline 2022

B&G Bordeaux Red 2020

HORS D’OEUVRES BY VINCENT CATALA VILLA AZUR

Smoked Cheese Macaroni with Confit Onions & Bacon Dust

Cajun-Seared Tuna with Sweet Potato Confit

Parmesan & Jalapeño Corn Bread with Raspberry Harissa

Red Cabbage Coleslaw with Wild Herbs & Creamy Crab Cocktail

Homemade Smoky BBQ Beef Brisket Casserole

ACT 2: THE CONCERT

Sunrise Norah Jones (b. 1979)

Those Sweet Words

Like A Star Corinne Bailey Rae (b.1979)

Trouble Sleeping

Don't Know Why Norah Jones

The Prettiest Thing

Carnival Town

Breathless Corinne Bailey Rae

Put your Records On I'd Do It All Again

The Sea

What Am I to You? Norah Jones

Don't Miss You at All

Closer Corinne Bailey Rae

Is this Love

ACT 3: CHAMPAGNE BY DELPHINE REVILLON

Champagne Rosé extra brut vintage 2017

Champagne Brut vintage 2016

DESSERTS BY TITIA’S TEA PARTY

Maple pecan blondies

Speculoos mousse

Bread pudding bites

Dulce de leche macarons

Butterscotch cheesecake bars

Performers

SHAWN SUTTA, piano

Shawn Sutta, a versatile artist, excels as a multi-instrumentalist, performer, music director, producer, and film composer. His musical journey encompasses numerous performances across diverse genres, enchanting audiences locally and internationally. As a prolific music producer, Shawn has contributed to over a dozen full-length albums, with some amassing over 1 million streams. Currently, he serves as the music director at Old Cutler Presbyterian Church. Over the past 13 years, Shawn has crafted cinematic scores for films and episodic series featured in theaters, HBO, Showtime, Netflix, Hulu, and esteemed festivals like Sundance, Berlin, SXSW, and Tribeca. Notably, his latest soundtrack for the film ‘Poser’ has been released by Lakeshore Records and is available on all major streaming platforms. His latest film score, “Lost Soulz,” is set to release in theaters in April 2024. Driven by a profound passion for music, Shawn’s commitment lies in uniting people through artistic expression. A fervent collaborator, he thrives on working with orchestras, choirs, bands, and instrumentalists, closely collaborating with filmmaking teams to create works of art that resonate deeply with audiences.

KELLEY KESSELL, voice

Kelley Kessell is a multifaceted musician, performing artist and software creator. She attended New World School of the Arts with a focus in music theater, and later graduated from Florida State University with a degree in computer science. In 2012, she was recognized by the Obama administration as one of twenty U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts. She later participated in American for the Arts’ National Art Policy Roundtable, hosted by Robert Redford, where she contributed to the conversation about the role of the arts in a shifting economy. While in college, Kessell served as the lead singer and songwriter for the band Why Not Y. Their music can be found on iTunes, YouTube, SoundCloud and Spotify, where they have garnered over 700,000 streams. Most recently, Kessell has performed original works at the renowned Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. and locally at the South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center. Kessell now works at the National YoungArts Foundation as artist community manager, where she leads the charge in developing and maintaining the organization’s first digital alumni platform, YoungArts Post. She continues to perform and pursue a career in the arts.

ABBY YOUNG, violin

An active performer and committed arts advocate, Abby Young is a violinist, violin teacher, and arts administrator in Miami, Florida. As Personnel Manager and violinist for Nu Deco Ensemble, she has shared the stage with Wyclef Jean, PJ Morton, Ben Folds, Corey Henry, Jacob Collier, and Macy Gray. Abby also performs regularly with the Naples Philharmonic, and has performed with Björk, Andrea Bocelli, Michael Bolton, José Feliciano, Natalie Cole, the Marley Brothers, and with KSHMR at the Ultra and Ilesoniq Music Festivals. Abby is a founding member of the Collins Quartet, the local Listeso String Quartet for Candlelight Concerts in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Palm Beach. A former Henry Mancini Institute Fellow and Teaching Assistant, Abby earned her Master’s and Doctoral Degrees in Violin Performance at the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music. Her doctoral research culminated in her thesis, entitled “Job Satisfaction of Orchestral Musicians: The Effects of Non-Performance Organizational Roles.” Abby later returned to Frost to serve as the Managing Director of the Henry Mancini Institute from 2020-2023. A native of Ashland, OR, Abby grew up studying Klezmer and Celtic music, and performing with her family band. In her free time, she aims to visit a new country each year, and enjoys being outside as much as the South Florida weather will allow.

ANDRES FERRET, bass

Andres Ferret is a bassist born and raised in Miami, Florida. As a talented and versatile bass player he became an important piece in the Miami music scene forming his own project, Anemoia, writing and performing with Nu Deco Ensemble, and collaborating with many other artists. He attended the University of Miami’s Frost school of Music where he studied jazz bass. Upon graduating he has had the pleasure to work with Latin artists such as J NOA on NPR Tiny Desk, Elena Rose, Mau y Ricky but also with powerful and unique original music projects in Miami including Electric Kif, Afrobeta, Miamibloco, Rick Moon, and many more.

The M Building

The M Building is a unique event space, showroom, and art gallery. Formerly a 1950’s manufacturing warehouse, the building has been impeccably restored by award-wining architect Chad Oppenheim with attention to detail and consideration to maintain it’s unique design integrity. The distinctive property is in the heart of Wynwood Art District, adjacent to the Miami Design District, and conveniently one block from the Rubell Family Collection. The 12,000 square feet two-story structure comprises 5 gallery spaces and a tropical garden for spectacular outdoor entertaining. A formal living space and a garden terrace have been designed by prominent, international interior designer Chahan Minassian. This tropical modernist structure offers a unique setting for private events, corporate receptions, shows, and family celebrations.

BGPL USA

BGPL USA proudly represents historic French winehouses with expertise in winemaking techniques. Our wineries, including Barton & Guestier, Patriarche, and Listel, provide high-quality French wines suitable for all palates & occasions. Our commitment to sustainability helps preserve the planet's rich heritage while catering to diverse markets. Tonight's selections include, Veuve du Verney- an affordable, elegant French sparkling wine, recognized for its refreshing citrus flavors & delicate bubbles, ideal for any celebration. Barton & Guestier Rose is a crisp and refreshing blend of Grenache, Cinsault & Syrah grapes, with delightful strawberry and raspberry flavors & a balanced palate, perfect for pairing with seafood and light salads.

EverCook

EverCook is a luxury French catering service and event company serving the South Florida area including Miami Dade and Broward County. We treat every event as a unique experience designed for each of our clients and their guests. We offer personalized menus, globally inspired and locally sourced, handcrafted cuisine. Whether celebrating a special moment (romantic dinners at home, birthday parties, baby showers, graduations, anniversaries, corporate events, weddings) or simply enjoying an intimate dinner with family and friends, we look forward to creating an evening you will never forgot. We offer a wide range of luxury gourmet menu to make you live a unique and exclusive dining experience at your place.

Steinway Piano Gallery miami

The Steinway Piano Gallery is a factory-owned and operated showroom featuring new, Certified Pre-Owned (the only used Steinways with a factory warranty) and pianos restored directly by Steinway & Sons. We also carry the Boston and Essex pianos, both of which are designed by Steinway. This year we celebrate our 170th anniversary as a piano manufacturing company. Our latest addition is the Steiwnay Spirio and Spirio Record, the highest resolution player piano by Steiwnay where you can enjoy an array of Steiwnay Artists in different genres, from classical, to jazz, pop and world music. Now you can also enjoy live stream performances from Steinway Artists in the comfort of your home.

Villa Azur

Nestled in Miami Beach, Villa Azur offers a chic and vibrant atmosphere, creating an upscale and glamorous dining experience. Our menu features a blend of Mediterranean flavors with a dedicated commitment to using seasonal, farm-fresh produce. VILLA AZUR is, first and foremost, a true epicurean experience. Villa Azur is born out of a passion for exquisite cuisine, expertise in the restaurant industry, and fondness for entertaining nightlife. Villa Azur venue is unparalleled when it comes to taking your dinner experience to a higher level. Villa Azur's vibe is that of southern France! The vibrant, trendy, and modern decor is adorned with the glamour and elegance of the French Riviera. Villa Azur's resident DJ's unique musical sets further enhance the experience providing the final touch of "je ne sais quoi" of South of France.

Titia’s Tea Party

Titia (Cynthia's nickname) was born in New York from a Belgian father and an English mother, that's why she has tea running through her veins! After living most of her life in Belgium, she decided to move back to the United States almost 12 years ago, and now lives in Miami, Florida. She has decades of experience in the hospitality and event industry, but her true passion has always been gourmet cooking. After years of entertaining friends and family, she decided to offer her delicacies to customers. Titia is well known for her innovation and creativity. She loves people as much as she loves food and putting them together is what she does best. Titia’s Tea Party offers a complete English afternoon tea catering service, brought to your home or office. It includes homemade culinary delicacies as well as the proper table setting. For 6 to 60 people, for a baby shower, bridal shower, birthday celebration, wedding anniversary, hen party, promotion, retirement or just a friends get-together, a Tea Party is a unique and delightful way to celebrate your special occasion.

Delphine Revillon

Modern vision of Champagne. The Delphine RÉVILLON® house cultivates this pleasure of making you feel the Champagne Region. She unearths and selects the best of this exceptional terroir, to reveal all its richness and diversity. A true signature of a young house with a bold style, its refined vintages composed by the Cellar Master, Richard DAILLY, reveal the diversity of blends of the most beautiful Champenois grape varieties. Expression of pure pleasure, the fine and gourmet notes of the 3 vintages transport you for an accessible and magnetic tasting moment.

musimelange’s family

FOUNDER

Anne Chicheportiche

BOARD

Annabelle Balot Pottier

Amalia Goghrod

ADVISORY BOARD

Muriel Affriat

Philippe Bardot

Alice Brunot

Anjam Chaudhary

Antoine Lamarche

VOLUNTEERS

Karine Aubery

Tamsin Glasgow

Marie Maufrais

SPONSORS & PARTNERS 2024

Silver $5,000+

The M Building

WS Interactive

Evercook

Villa Azur

Steinway Piano Gallery Miami

Bronze $1500+

BGPL USA

Delphine Revillon Champagne

PHOTOGRAPHER & FLYER DESIGNER

Loic Ercolessi

WEB DESIGNER

Alex McCardell

GALLERY MANAGER

William Vargas

Michele Weber

Catherine Vedovi Odermatt

Jean Laurent Vilon

Laure McKay

Joe Monticello

Vittoria Verrone

International Counsel

LE Photos

500+

Red Carpet Salon

Yonka Paris

Save the date

Monday, April 8, 2024

Rococo Rhapsody

French Baroque Delights

with Amanda Crider - mezzo-soprano

Joe Monticello - flute

Claudia Cagnassone - violin

Caroline Nicolas - cello

Kevin Payne - theorbo

Monday, May 13, 2024

TUTTI 3.0

Showcase of musimelange’s artists

with Vittoria Verrone - voice

Julian Santacoloma - clarinet

Joe Monticello - flute

Patrisa Tomassini - violin

About musimelange

Founded in Miami in 2010 musimelange is an immersive concert experience that awakens your senses, pairing chamber music with gastronomy and wine tastings. Hosted in the inviting ambiance of an art gallery's living room, The M Building nestled in Miami's Wynwood Art District. It continues the tradition of the salons from the Belle Epoque, where important public figures, artists, writers and musicians were introduce to their friends in hopes of inspiring a flow of ideas and creativity for an enriched life.

At musimelange, we believe in crafting a beautiful life through beautiful experiences. We redefine the concert journey by seamlessly merging the art of chamber music with gastronomy and wine, creating a multisensory experience that engages all senses. Our intimate, stage-less concerts bring musicians and audiences in close proximity, fostering a deep connection where the audience becomes an integral part of the performance.

We're more than an event; we're a community. Musimelange has cultivated over a decade of concerts a tight-knit group of music and food enthusiasts who share their passion through socializing, creating lasting connections, and friendships.

Having traversed the globe, Anne Chicheportiche, the French violinist and founder of musimelange, now shares her passion for extraordinary music-making and diverse cultural influences by exceptionally talented artists. Her mission is to foster a welcoming environment that seamlessly integrates music, social networking, and gourmet experiences, facilitating connections between musicians and audiences beyond Symphony Halls. Upholding the highest standards of artistic excellence, she ensures that every showcased genre exceeds the expectations of even the most discerning music connoisseurs.

Partners of the evening