PROJECTS
« I implore you not to miss the opportunity to hear this singular talent. » Patrick Rucker, Gramophone
Like a gardener of the soul, Julien cultivates his artistic universe like a forest garden, where disciplines, cultures, and sounds intermingle. Passionate about permaculture, this multi-faceted musician sows his projects like plants that inspire, reflect, and complement each other.
To inquire about Julien's projects, please get in touch with his management on the page CONTACT.
Solo Recital & Concerto
Julien's solo repertoire ranges from Bach to contemporary works, with a particular affection for the pieces of Chopin, Ravel, and Mompou, which he has recorded on disc. His current research interests lead him towards the music of Mozart, Schubert, and Brahms, as well as contemporary composers such as Silvestrov, Part, and Vasks. Chopin, Mozart, and Beethoven concertos are an evident part of Julien's repertoire, as well as Mozart and Poulenc double concertos that he has performed with prestigious ensembles, conductors, and partners such as Brussels Philharmonic with Michel Tabachnik, Oxford Philomusica with Mario Papadopoulos and Maria João Pires, Orchestre Royal de Wallonie with Augustin Dumay and Franck Braley, and Orquesta Sinfónica de Galicia with Trevor Pinnock.
HERE
Album Release in Spring 2024
After a two-year absence from international stages during the pandemic, pianist Julien Brocal has devoted himself to creating new piano works. Born out of improvisation, these pieces capture a moment in time, a sonic contemplation that invites inner exploration. Titles such as « Soul Balm » and « Zero Gravity » beckon us to be present, to let go of what we were doing and savor our own listening experience. An hour of sound meditation, an hour for ourselves in a world that constantly distracts us from our inner selves.
The Chopin Project
with Camille Thomas, Cello
"I love you and that's all what I can tell because I'm falling from sleep and weakness" - these are the words of Chopin from the last letter he wrote in his life. It was a letter to his good friend, the cellist Auguste Franchomme, to whom Chopin also dedicated his cello sonata. Cellist Camille Thomas used the relationship between these two musicians as the basis for this special project. The instrument she plays is the cello that once belonged to Franchomme, the Stradivarius Feuermann. The repertoire she plays with Julien was composed by Chopin and arranged for cello by Franchomme with Chopin's permission. What's special is that these arrangements are played on the instrument for which they were originally intended.
Contemplation & Music
with Ilios Kotsou
Are you ready to explore the depths of your soul and discover how music and contemplation can nourish your body and spirit? Julien Brocal and Ilios Kotsou invite you to a one-of-a-kind musical journey, to the heart of sensitivity and the beauty of the present moment. Immerse yourself in the intimate journal of Julien’s own improvisations and compositions, alongside Chopin, Ravel, Mompou and explore your inner spaces of tranquility and restlessness. Be amazed by the power of music and how it has been a source of self-transcendence and healing for many wounded artists, including Rachmaninov, Mompou, Silvestrov, and Chopin. JCome discover this musical and contemplative journey that will offer you a unique and unforgettable experience!
Invitation to travel
with Ghalia Benali
Experience a world of reverie with "L'invitation au voyage", an evening where the poetic sounds of the East and West merge in harmony. Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing and mystical universe of Ghalia Benali, whose entrancing voice is complemented by the crystalline notes of virtuoso pianist Julien Brocal. Their music is crafted on the spot, like evanescent soundscapes offered exclusively to you. Join us on a journey to discover this singular musical adventure, where cultures blend in a delicate equilibrium between contemporary and traditional influences.
Jardin Musical
Founder & Artistic Director
Reinventing the concert performance and rethinking its economic model in an equitable way : the Jardin Musical returns to the roots of sharing under the fervor of Julien Brocal. While the musician virtualizes, he also implements his project in a physical place, a tree-filled location with a strong identity. In a political world that struggles to consider Culture and where funding seems like an effort, the Jardin Musical team responds with a flourishing, horizontal, independent, intimate and open ecosystem, both local and global, involving the community of listeners and allowing to nurture the relationships that are dear to them, living bonds.
Festival Al Bosco
Founder & Artistic Director
The Festival Cinque Elementi Al Bosco is a unique cultural event that showcases the richness and diversity of various art forms. The festival celebrates the five elements of nature - water, earth, air, fire, and ether - by exploring them through live musical performances, dance, visual arts, literature, and cinema. The festival invites visitors to an immersive experience through the gardens of Palazzo Al Bosco, where they can discover artistic performances inspired by the elements of nature. The artistic performances will be seamlessly integrated into the natural setting, creating a fairy-tale and unique atmosphere. This event will be a celebration of the natural world and how it inspires our creativity.
