medici.tv picks

Fifty Years in Harmony: Argerich & Maisky’s Unbreakable Bond

From the magic of Verbier 2025 back to an unforgettable 2008 performance, rediscover the unique chemistry between piano legend Martha Argerich and cellist Mischa Maisky—a partnership of fifty years that continues to evolve with intensity, elegance, and joy.

By Charles Bourgeaux

Reading time estimated : 3min read

Nicola Benedetti Channels the Soul of Shostakovich

On the 50th anniversary of Shostakovich’s death, rediscover Nicola Benedetti’s raw, unfiltered, and dazzlingly virtuosic rendition of his First Violin Concerto: a masterclass in violin technique that also perfectly captures…

By Holly Hunt

Reading time estimated : 4min read

Jacob Collier: singing in the rain — and rewriting all the rules — in Stuttgart

What happens when a musical genius meets an open-air stage and a sudden downpour? Jacob Collier turns it into art. Pauline reflects on a Stuttgart concert that showcases Collier’s wit,…

By Pauline Papin

Reading time estimated : 3min read

Reinventing flamenco with Patricia Guerrero

From a legendary deaf dancer to a modern flamenco rebel, Sophie shares how Patricia Guerrero’s Catedral rekindled her passion for a timeless art form that’s both soulful and fiercely liberating.

By Sophie Gentelle

Reading time estimated : 4min read

The Verbier Festival: Mao magic and rubbing shoulders with the stars

Every summer, the world’s greatest musicians gather in the Swiss Alps—and if you’re lucky, you might just bump into one in the supermarket. Théophile, Editorial Manager at medici.tv shares a…

By Théophile Krosi-Douté

Reading time estimated : 3min read

Jonas Kaufmann & Ludovic Tézier: The vocal alchemy

Two of today’s greatest voices—tenor Jonas Kaufmann and baritone Ludovic Tézier—join forces for a powerful evening of Italian opera. From Verdi to Puccini, their onstage connection turns rivalry into riveting…

By Juliette Lartillot-Auteuil

Reading time estimated : 3min read

Fanfares and Folk Melodies: Janáček’s Czechia from the patriotic to the personal

This week, to celebrate the birthday of Czech composer Leoš Janáček, dive into the enthralling masterpiece that is his Sinfonietta, played by the London…

By Holly Hunt

Reading time estimated : 3min read

“He has deeply inspired me to become a better person”: A Tribute to Claudio Abbado

Claudio Abbado would have turned 92 this week. To honor the occasion, here are three musical moments that capture the maestro’s quiet strength, collaborative spirit, and profound musical vision—from Berlin…

By Darío Moreno

Reading time estimated : 3min read

Gothic Gounod: A Bloody Masterpiece

Gounod’s rarely heard La Nonne Sanglante comes alive in a visually striking, Gothic staging that channels classic horror and operatic passion.

By Juliette Lartillot-Auteuil

Reading time estimated : 4min read

“He reveals the soul hidden within each note”: Igor Levit plays Mozart

Looking for a perfect introduction to Igor Levit? Théophile takes us on a personal journey of discovery, introducing Igor Levit’s breathtaking Mozart Piano Concerto No. 21.

By Théophile Krosi-Douté

Reading time estimated : 3min read