Photo : Lucie DEROÏAN, chant & Corine DUROUS, piano
Lucie DEROÏAN, vocals & Corine DUROUS, piano
Music from France, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Greece, Lebanon, etc... The recital evokes Mediterranean countries, with stops from the French coasts to the Middle East.
Église Saint-Merry (Paris 4th)
About
Lucie Deroïan
Lucie Deroïan completed her full studies at the Nancy Conservatory, then at the Paris Higher Conservatory. She began her career as a vocal coach pianist (at the Lyric Training Center of the Paris Opera), accompanying concerts, recitals, auditions, and productions, including at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées, Radio France, and the choirs Accentus and Les Eléments. She then trained as a choir conductor (in Germany and Sweden) and a singer. She is an assistant choir conductor at the Vienna State Opera, Austria, and sings in the choirs of the Salzburg (Austria) and Baden-Baden (Germany) opera festivals. She also performs as a soloist in recitals and oratorios and currently sings as a supernumerary in the Paris Opera choir.
Corine Durous
Passionate about the voice and the world of Opera, Corine Durous was appointed vocal coach at the Nantes Opera at the age of 19. A laureate of the Menuhin Foundation, she later served for 6 years as a vocal coach at the Toulouse Higher Center for Musical Studies for Andréa Guiot's singing class. Invited by numerous theaters (Châtelet, Champs Elysées, Opéra Comique, Bordeaux, Montpellier, Monte Carlo, Tokyo, Grand Théâtre de Genève, Lausanne Opera, Teatro de la Zarzuela in Madrid...), she has worked under the direction of prestigious conductors such as Pinchas Steinberg, Marc Minkowsky, James Conlon, Georges Prêtre, Rudolf Bibl, Anton Guadagno, Evelino Pido... She was also an assistant to Christophe Rousset for several opera productions (Lausanne, Madrid, Bordeaux, Châtelet).
In 2003, she was appointed Vocal Coach at the Paris National Opera and the Maîtrise de Radio France. Corine Durous performs regularly in recitals, notably with sopranos Sandrine Piau and Monique Zanetti, and tenor Thomas Moriss. She also collaborates with actors Michel Fau and Jean-Claude Dreyfus during musical shows. As the pianist for the chamber choir Les Eléments (best ensemble at the Victoires de la Musique, Liliane Bettencourt Prize), she has recorded several critically acclaimed albums (Diapason d'Or, 10 de Répertoire) with this ensemble.
She also recorded "Douce et Barbe Bleue" by Isabelle Aboulker for Gallimard Jeunesse.
In 2025/2026, she performed in a recital with Sandrine Piau (Auditorium de Lyon, Schloss Elmau), in a recital with a vocal quartet (Paris Opera), in a concert at the Radio France Auditorium, with the choir Les Éléments (Odyssud, Bettencourt Foundation), and in a recital with Rocio Ruiz Cobarro (Paris)...
Our take on this event
Prepare for a sublime evening as the powerhouse duo of Lucie Deroïan and Corine Durous takes the stage. With their deep roots in the world of grand opera, these two artists bring an incredible blend of technical mastery and emotional depth to every note played and sung.
On Sunday, November 15, 2026, Saint-Merry Church hosts a recital featuring singer Lucie Deroïan and pianist Corine Durous. This event showcases two highly experienced musicians with distinguished careers across major European venues and the Paris Opera. It is a unique opportunity to enjoy a high-caliber classical performance in the heart of Paris's 4th arrondissement. The concert is free to attend, with voluntary contributions collected during the event. The venue is fully wheelchair accessible and equipped to accommodate visitors who are visually impaired or have cognitive disabilities.
Join us on Sunday, November 15, 2026, from 16:00 to 18:00, at Saint-Merry Church for an afternoon of classical music. The program brings together Lucie Deroïan, a singer with extensive experience in opera choirs and recitals, and pianist Corine Durous, a long-standing member of the Paris National Opera musical staff. Both artists bring their vast experience from international stages, including major concert halls in France and abroad, to this intimate venue.
This performance highlights the duo's collaborative expertise, built upon their respective careers working with renowned conductors and ensembles. Whether you are a dedicated opera enthusiast or simply looking for an afternoon of artistic excellence, this recital offers a professional musical experience in a historic setting. Admission is free, though attendees are encouraged to contribute to the event's costs during the collection held on-site.
The organizers have ensured the venue is welcoming to all guests. The church is accessible to wheelchair users and provides accommodations suitable for individuals with visual impairments or cognitive disabilities, ensuring a comfortable experience for every member of the audience.
