empty cell Les Lunaisiens & Colin Heller
Les Lunaisiens is a French musical ensemble specializing in historical music, particularly from the Baroque and Classical periods. Under the direction of conductor Colin Heller, the ensemble focuses on interpreting lesser-known works from these eras. Their album "Hortense, Compositrice et son Temps (La Nouvelle Athènes à Malmaison)" showcases music associated with Hortense de Beauharnais, daughter of Empress Joséphine. The ensemble is renowned for its emphasis on authentic performance practices and the use of period instruments, contributing to the revival of historical musical heritage.
