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A string ensemble of men and women dressed in black, with eight standing at the back of four who are seated.
A string ensemble of men and women dressed in black, with eight standing at the back of four who are seated.
Photo: Les Arts Florissants. Photo by Julien Benhamou.

An iconic classic An iconic classic

gets a fresh take in this unique chamber music concert.

Photo: Les Arts Florissants with Théotime Langlois de Swarte. Photo by Julien Benhamou.

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Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons” at 300

Les Arts Florissants with Théotime Langlois de Swarte, violin

For one night only on Saturday, March 29, 2025, the Royal Conservatory of Music presents Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons” at 300 as part of their Chamber Music Concert series, featuring Baroque ensemble Les Arts Florissants, led by violinist Théotime Langlois de Swarte.

“Théotime Langlois de Swarte reminds me why I fell in love with the Baroque violin in the first place.”

– Gramophone

Fresh takes on quintessential masterpieces

Fast-rising violinist Théotime Langlois de Swarte and Baroque superstars Les Arts Florissants commemorate the original publication of Vivaldi’s work “Four Seasons” 300 years ago, in 1725 — framing these classic and beloved pieces in a new way, setting them alongside music Vivaldi would have known in Venice, plus compositions that were inspired by his bold vision.

Program:

  • Claudio Monteverdi: Adoramus te, SV 289 (transcription)
  • Antonio Vivaldi: Concerto madrigalesco, for strings and basso continuo in D Minor, RV129
  • Marco Uccellini: Bergamasca
  • Antonio Vivaldi: Violin Concerto in D Minor, RV 813
  • Francesco Geminiani: Concerto Grosso No. 12 in D Minor (“La Follia”) (after Corelli)
  • Antonio Vivaldi: Concerto in E Major, op. 8, no. 1, “Spring” from The Four Seasons, RV 269
  • Antonio Vivaldi: Concerto in G Minor, op. 8, no. 2, “Summer” from The Four Seasons, RV 315
  • Antonio Vivaldi: Overture to La fida ninfa, FV 714
  • Antonio Vivaldi: Concerto in F Major, op. 8, no. 3, “Autumn” from The Four Seasons, RV 293
  • Antonio Vivaldi: “Grave” from Violin Concerto in B flat Major, RV 370
  • Antonio Vivaldi: Concerto in F Minor, op. 8, no. 4, “Winter” from The Four Seasons, RV 297

A string ensemble of men and women dressed in black, with eight standing at the back of four who are seated.

(Photo credits: Les Arts Florissants with Théotime Langlois de Swarte. Photo by Julien Benhamou.)

 

About Les Arts Florissants

Founded in 1979, the musical ensemble Les Arts Florissants is one of the most renowned baroque music ensembles in the world. Faithful to performance on period instruments, they travel the world, sharing their passion for Baroque music in a spirit of reinvention, as they play around one hundred concerts and performances each year on the most important French and international stages. In addition to their concert appearances, they support musical, cultural and educational programs through Les Arts Florissants – William Christie Foundation.

This concert is part of Les Arts Florissants’ spring 2025 North American tour. Check out their tour dates in other cities here. 

 

A young man with black hair, dressed in black, poses as he plays his violin.

(Photo credits: Théotime Langlois de Swarte.)

About Théotime Langlois de Swarte

Award-winning violinist Théotime Langlois de Swarte has quickly established himself among his peers, whether on modern violin or period instrument. His concert repertoire includes the works of Baroque composers, as well as those of Haydn and Mozart. He has performed around the world with a number of prestigious orchestras and is a former member of Les Arts Florissants, with which he now performs as a soloist. Read more about him here.

 

Event details

Hosted by: The Royal Conservatory of Music

Type of event: classical music concert

Artists: Les Arts Florissants, led by Théotime Langlois de Swarte on violin

Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025. For other cities on their North American tour, check out the dates here.

Start time: 8:00 PM ET

Duration: TBA

Cost: C$60.00 – $150.00 (incl. $12.00 fee)

Location: Koerner Hall, TELUS Centre for Performance and Learning, 273 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON, M5S 1W2

Video: Watch Les Arts Florissants and Théotime Langlois de Swarte perform.

Booking link: Book your tickets here. For accessible seating requirements, please contact the Ticketing Office at 416-408-0208.

Contact Details: The Royal Conservatory of Music, TELUS Centre for Performing and Learning, 273 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON, M5S 1W2, Canada; Box office: 416-408-0208, tickets@rcmusic.ca, rcmusic.com

 

Accessibility: Info here. For accessible seating requirements, please contact the Ticketing Office at 416-408-0208.

Refund policy: All ticket sales, gift certificates and credits are final. There are no exchanges, refunds or cancellations, unless noted otherwise at the time of purchase.