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The event is due to take place in St. Columb’s Hall on Wednesday, December 7.

It is the opening of the 2022/2023 Le Foyer des Artistes residency in Derry.

Founded by the Derry native Darren Hargan, Le Foyer des Artistes' 2022/2023 season will feature four events – the first taking place on Wednesday at 7.30pm.

Mr. Hargan is a conductor and one of the most sought-after vocal coaches and accompanists for singers in Europe.

Featuring some of the world's most outstanding musicians, Le Foyer des Artistes will play on historic period instruments led by internationally renowned baroque violinist, Bojan Čičić.

Several of Ireland’s greatest singers will join to perform a series of Arie di Bravura including internationally acclaimed soprano, Claudia Boyle, mezzo-soprano Carolyn Dobbin; tenor John Porter from Donegal; Spanish bass-baritone Pablo Galvez and Wexford regular Rory Dunne.

In addition to the concerts, Le Foyer des Artistes invites audiences to experience the creative process at open rehearsals workshops and masterclasses.