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Stacey Kent in Uzès

Uzés Summer Music

There are a few musical events in my life that the Barefoot Blogger will always remember. The concert with Stacey Kent in Uzès, in the Cour du Duché is high on the list.

A magnificent azure sky against the yellow haze of the Château du Duché and a soft summer breeze made the evening in Uzès seem heaven-sent. Add to that the clear, innocent voice of Stacey Kent, singing my favorite type of music — Antonio Carlos Jobim, Stan Getz, aka Diana Krall, and Melody Gardot. It was an experience that made me pinch myself several times during the performance to make certain I was not dreaming.

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Although I live only a few feet away from the Château du Duché,  I have never been inside the courtyard. Guests are invited for special events and occasional tours.

Inside the Cour des Duche Inside the Cour des Duché
The Cour des Duche
The private Chapel The private Chapel
Stain glass windows to the Chapel des Duche upclose.
Stain glass windows up close.
The stage set up inside the Cours des Duche The stage was set up inside the Cours du Duché

There was even a glimpse of the Duke and the family, who were entertained from the balcony.

The family and the Duke The family and the Duke

Isn’t it fun to see royalty up close and personal?

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Be prepared to fall in love with France, all over again!

Stacey Kent and her ensemble were casual and at ease with the mostly French audience. Although Kent is an American, she conversed easily in French, telling the crowd about the music and her fellow musicians—especially her husband, the lead brass and wind artist.

IMG_3203 Stacey Kent in concert
Stacey Kent Stacey Kent
Jim Tomlinson, Stacey's husband and saxophonist extraordinaire.
Jim Tomlinson, Stacey’s husband and saxophonist extraordinaire.

Enjoy a taste of Stacey Kent in Uzès 2022.

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