On the occasion of the 54th International Paris Air Show, Crédit Agricole CIB offers you two exclusive and captivating programs!
This spring, the Musée Jacquemart-André presents a remarkable exhibition dedicated to the illustrious Renaissance genius Giovanni Bellini, known as the father of the Venetian school of painting. In Italy, the Renaissance period marked a transformative era in the history of art, embracing beauty, perspective, proportion, and a deep connection to the human experience. Bellini’s artistic style epitomized the ideals of this era. With a keen ability to capture a sense of atmosphere while conveying a spiritual quality, his paintings often featured religious themes, with subjects ranging from the Madonna and Child to sacred narratives from the Bible.
Similarly, Italian sacred music including masses, motets, and madrigals, played a crucial role in religious ceremonies and courtly settings, reflecting the religious fervor and humanistic ideals of the time. Music emphasized vocal expression, harmonic exploration, and the integration of text and music, which paved the way for the Baroque era and beyond! Dario Castello's Sonate concertate in stil moderno presents a remarkable instance of musical innovation, showcasing an expressive instrumental style that broke new ground. Additionally, the art of polyphonic choral singing reached its highest point, exemplified by composers like Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina in his piece Da così dotta man.
Straying away from religious music, Cara Marchetto’s Non peccando altri che il core offers a secular perspective of Italian Renaissance music, about passion and unrequited love. But why did art flourish so well in Venice during the Renaissance? The city witnessed a vibrant artistic explosion, fueled by the patronage of influential figures known as the Doges who shaped the cultural and political landscape of this period.
Giovanni Bellini’s enduring inspiration spans across generations. When you hear ‘Bellini’, perhaps your first thought is a summery sparkling drink! The Bellini cocktail was inspired and created in tribute to Giovanni Bellini by Giuseppe Cipriani in the 20th century, the drink undeniably draws inspiration from the vibrant colours found in the artist's masterpieces, notably his delicate use of soft pink hues.
On cue, let’s raise our glasses to Mozart’s Champagne Aria (Aria: Fin ch'han dal vino) from his famed opera Don Giovanni, which remind us to ‘seize the pleasures of life!’ Add some colour to your day: consider a splash of peach juice to your bubbly and celebrate the artistry of Giovanni Bellini and Italy's rich creative heritage!
