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Child, thief of sparks
For the Nuits de la lecture, young students from the Nadia and Lili Boulanger Conservatory invite young and old to a sensitive journey into the heart of the imagination. Between stories, poetry, and music, words and sounds respond to each other to give birth to inner landscapes and awaken memories of childhood.
Bibliothèque Valeyre (Paris 9th)
Part of the Nadia and Lili Boulanger Conservatory Events programme
About
Beyond its musical and technical possibilities, the clarinet possesses a rich history, intimately linked to the evolution of repertoires and musical styles.
For the Nuits de la lecture, children from the Nadia and Lili Boulanger Conservatory invite us to find the path of childhood, the one of stories we listen to, words that marvel, and music that gives birth to worlds.
Between poetry and music, the young students journey through texts and sounds as one traverses a dream. Words become landscapes, melodies open doors to the imagination, and each story brings forth an emotion, a memory, or an image.
Throughout this encounter, the harp accompanies the voices and narratives, creating a delicate soundscape. The children thus explore poetry as a space for play, discovery, and freedom, where one can give free rein to one's imagination.
A few glimmers of childhood, a few sparks of memory and fantasy then slip into the texts and music. A moment shared between young and old, to listen differently, dream together, and rediscover, for the duration of an evening, the child we once were.
Our take on this event
Clarinet melodies and delicate harp strings weave together to turn spoken poetry into a vivid, imaginary landscape. Experience this heartfelt performance where young musicians share stories that blur the line between dreams and reality, offering a perfect escape for all ages.
The Bibliothèque Valeyre presents Enfant, voleur d'étincelles on Wednesday, January 20, 2027, an immersive performance featuring students from the Conservatoire Nadia et Lili Boulanger. Part of the Nuits de la lecture, this event blends storytelling and music, using the harp to craft delicate soundscapes that evoke the wonders of childhood. The performance invites attendees to explore the intersection of poetry and melody in an intimate setting. This event is completely free of charge and fully accessible to wheelchair users, offering a unique opportunity to experience literature and music in a shared, imaginative space.
For this year's Nuits de la lecture, the Bibliothèque Valeyre hosts a special event titled Enfant, voleur d'étincelles. On Wednesday, January 20, 2027, from 19:00 to 20:30, young performers from the Conservatoire Nadia et Lili Boulanger will present a program that bridges the gap between literary narrative and musical expression.
The performance focuses on the interplay between spoken word and harp accompaniment. By treating poetry as a playground for the senses, the students aim to transport the audience through a series of dreamlike sequences, where music acts as a gateway to memory and emotion. It is an exploration of how stories can shape our perception and awaken the imagination of listeners of all ages.
The event is free to attend, and the library is fully wheelchair accessible. Whether you are a fan of classical performance or simply looking for an evening of artistic discovery in the 9th arrondissement, this showcase offers a refined and thoughtful experience designed to celebrate the power of storytelling.
