French-American Piano Society
in partnership with
THE CONSULATE OF FRANCE IN NEW YORK
THE SAFRAN CORPORATE FOUNDATION FOR MUSIC
THE ALICE ROSNER FOUNDATION
SOFITEL NEW YORK
present
Félicité Laîné, Piano
Tom Carré, Piano
2025 Scholarship Recipients
Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris
U.S. Debut Recital
A Celebration of Russian and Impressionist Piano Masterpieces
WEDNESDAY, JULY 16, 2025 AT 6:30 PM
CONSULATE OF FRANCE IN NEW YORK
the Young Pianists Scholarship pROgram
The Young Pianists Scholarship Program, spearheaded by the French-American Piano Society, is a distinguished initiative aimed at nurturing the next generation of French piano virtuosos for U.S. audiences. This program offers exceptional young pianists an invaluable opportunity to advance their international presence and experience. Selected scholars from the Conservatoire National de Paris benefit from access to world-class performance venues at the Consulate of France in New York and the Embassy of France in Washington, D.C., where they are exposed to and meet curious and supportive U.S. audiences.
The National Conservatory of Music and Dance of Paris (CNSMDP)
The National Conservatory of Music and Dance of Paris (CNSMDP) is a prestigious institution, globally recognized for its excellence in training musicians, dancers, and other performing arts professionals. Founded in 1795, the Conservatory has established itself as one of the most influential schools in the arts field in France and internationally, ranking as the 3rd best performing arts school in the world according to the QS International Performing Art Ranking 2024.
Each year, the CNSMDP trains around 1,300 students through personalized and rigorous instruction, provided by a faculty composed of world-renowned artists and educators. The winners of the extremely selective admission competitions benefit from top-tier training that prepares them for brilliant careers on international stages.
The Conservatory stands out for its commitment to research, innovation, and artistic experimentation, promoting the emergence of new practices and a diversity of approaches. Its students regularly have the opportunity to perform in concerts, shows, and masterclasses, thereby enriching their experience and contributing to the cultural life of Paris and the international reputation of the institution.
Moreover, the CNSMDP plays a key role in international cooperation by establishing partnerships with other major artistic institutions around the world. A notable example of this collaboration is with the French-American Piano Society, which annually invites two CNSMDP students to perform in the United States, thereby enhancing their visibility and professional network.
The National Conservatory of Music and Dance of Paris, a true crucible of talent and innovation, combines tradition and modernity to train the artists of tomorrow. Its commitment to excellence and diversity makes it a unique place of creation, where the contours of future art are shaped. With a rich history and a promising future, the CNSMDP continues to inspire and train the artists who will mark future generations.
Trained at the Conservatories of Reims and Saint-Maur-des-Fossés, Félicité Laîné is currently studying at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique de Paris in Frank Braley's class, where she has obtained in 2024 her bachelor degree with honors. Eager to enrich her musical practice through exposure to other disciplines, Félicité is also a recent graduate with a master's degree in philosophy from the University of Reims.
She regularly participates in academies and masterclasses with renowned pianists and teachers such as Jean-Claude Vanden Eynden, Philippe Cassard, and Bernard d'Ascoli within the Piano Cantabile association. She is laureate of the 2018 Île-de-France international competition and the 2024 Virtuoses du Coeur competition, and regularly performs in solo or chamber music concerts at festivals in France and abroad. In 2023, she performed in Poland and Moldova with orchestra in Mozart and Poulenc's two-piano concertos, and in 2024, she gave a solo recital at the Cortot Hall. She is supported by the Kriegelstein Fund for the 2024/2025 academic year.
French pianist named ADAMI Classic Revelation 2023, Tom Carré “captivates with his singular voice” (Classica). His first solo disc, “Noctuelles”, recently released on the Scala Music label, features music by Ravel and Schumann. It received unanimous critical acclaim, including a “CHOC” from Classica magazine.
Revealed on the France Musique program Générations: “one of the most brilliant pianists we've heard on this program, it's prodigious” (Clément Rochefort), Tom Carré has also distinguished himself in numerous international competitions, winning 3rd Prize, the Audience Prize and three Special Prizes at the international Piano Campus competition.
Originally from Carcassonne, Tom studied at the Toulouse Conservatoire before joining Denis Pascal's class at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Paris (CNSMDP), where he brilliantly obtained his Master's degree in 2023. He has also benefited from the guidance of Cédric Tiberghien at the Académie Jaroussky, and is currently pursuing his studies at the CNSMDP in the 3rd cycle - Artist Diploma (DAI).
He is regularly invited to perform as a soloist and chamber musician at festivals such as Les Journées Ravel, Les Piano Folies du Touquet, Les Musicales de Normandie, Les Pianissimes... He has also appeared at La Scala Paris, the Auditorium de la Seine Musicale, the Opéra Comédie de Montpellier, the Kursaal de Berne, Salle Cortot…
Summer 2025 will mark his debut in the United States (New York and Washington), followed by his first appearance at the Philharmonie de Paris in February 2026. Tom is a laureate of the Fondation Banque Populaire, the Fondation l'Or du Rhin and the Fondation Safran.
PROGRAM
A Celebration of Russian and Impressionist Piano Masterpieces
We are honored to present “A Celebration of Russian and Impressionist Piano Masterpieces” —a program that invites you on a journey through some of the most evocative and imaginative works in the piano repertoire.
The evening begins with the profound emotional depth of Russian Romanticism, featuring the richly expressive préludes of Sergei Rachmaninoff and the bold, modern voice of Sergei Prokofiev.
In the second half, we turn to the luminous world of French Impressionism, where the music of Claude Debussy and Maurice Ravel evokes shifting colors, fluid movement, and atmospheric beauty.
The program concludes with the spirited folk rhythms of Zoltán Kodály’s Dances of Marosszék—a vivid and joyful tribute to the musical traditions of Hungary. Each work on the program offers a distinct emotional and narrative landscape, from quiet introspection to brilliant virtuosity. This performance inspires reflection and will leave you with a lasting artistic impression.
Félicité Laîné
Tom Carré
Performing on the James J. Sheeran Steinway Piano
I. Russian Romanticism and Modernism
Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873 – 1943)
Préludes, Op. 23, Nos. 4, 5 & 6 — performed by TC
Préludes, Op. 32, Nos. 5 & 12 — performed by FL
Sergei Prokofiev (1891 – 1953)
Piano Sonata No. 4 in C minor, Op. 29 — performed by FL
II. Impressionism and Folk Dance
Claude Debussy (1862 – 1918)
L’Isle joyeuse — performed by FL
Maurice Ravel (1875 – 1937)
Une barque sur l’océan (from Miroirs) — performed by TC
Zoltán Kodály (1882 – 1967)
Dances of Marosszék — performed by TC
We are grateful to our 2025 SEASON RECITAL partners:
THE JAMES J. SHEERAN STEINWAY PIANO
At its inaugural recital on January 16th 2018, S.E. Anne Claire Legendre, Consul General of France in New York, in the company of S.E. Bertrand Lortholary, Ambassador of France in Vietam, Former Consul General of France in New York, and S.E. Francois Delattre, Ambassador of France to the United Nation, former Ambassador of France to the USA, and former Consul General of France in New York, dedicated our Steinway concert piano to
JAMES J. SHEERAN
(1923 - 2007)
A GREAT AMERICAN PATRIOT, WWII VETERAN, SON OF FRANCE, AND CHEVALIER DE LA LEGION D'HONNEUR (2006) OF THE REPUBLIC OF FRANCE
2023-2028 YOUNG PIANISTS SCHOLARSHIPS
A post-COVID expansion of our successful scholarship program to sponsor (2023 to 2028) 10 talented young French pianists to attend U.S. based piano festivals, competitions and present their Debut Recitals in New York City and Washington D.C.
We are deeply thankful to the generous patrons
who helped us fund our James J. Sheeran Steinway piano
CREDIT AGRICOLE CIB
NJ CURE
JCDECAUX
ALICE ROSNER FOUNDATION
COLAS, INC
COMMITTEE OF FRENCH SPEAKING SOCIETIES
CONNECTHINGS
CONSEILLERS DU COMMERCE EXTERIEUR DE LA FRANCE
MEDNEST
RATP DEV
VERONIQUE TRAVEL
and
The “88 Keys” Society Members and Patrons:
Helene Buchen (C1#, D1#, F1&#, G1#, A1&#, F2#, G2#, A2#)
Gilles Rousseau (G2,A2,B2,C3,D3,E3,F3,G3)
Veronique and Pascal Carpentier (C6#, D6#, F6#, G6#, A6#)
Ariane Daguin (B6, A6, G6, C7)
Anne-Julia Audray (D5, F5, A4)
Jean-Pierre Bizzari, MD (A5, B5)
Laurence Chertoff (D2#, D3#)
Thomas and Albane Duplan (C8, B1)
Valerie and Gerard Duval (G7#, F7#)
Lily Hsia (D5#, D7#)
Susan Mackenzie (E6, C7#)
Martha and Rick Olson (E4, G4)
Daniel and Teresa Petitjean (F7, G7)
Helene and Mathieu Petitjean (A0#,A4#)
Dr. Ellie Abdi (B0)
Catherine Munera and Alfredo Basurto (E5)
Carey and Brett August (C6)
Veronique et Serge Banzet (A5)
Arnaud Boyer (E7)
Nigel Brown (G1)
Florence and Eric Brun (G5)
Eric and Isabelle Chaboureau (F2)
Vésine de La Rue (D2)
Philippe Dreano (G3#)
Yoni Elmalem (A7#)
Sylvie Epelbaum,MD (D4#)
John F. Bennet, Paris-American Club (G4#)
Bernard Frelat (F6)
French-American Choir of New York (A4)
Simone Galton (B3)
Guy Geslin (D7)
Anthony Gilroy (A3)
Robert Gorman (D1)
Odile Gorse (C1)
Herve Houdre (C2)
Laurent Kleitman (C5#)
Remy Lumbroso (D6)
Pierre Martin (F3#)
Andrea Mayes (C5)
Hanyi Meng (A7)
Jean-Hugues Monier (E2)
Mark Morris (A3#)
Rick and Mary O'Connell (E1)
Elizabeth Olson (C4)
Claudine and Bernard Parisot (C4#)
Joseph Patrych (G5)
Michel and Judith Pautrat (F4)
Jean Perrette (B7)
Dmitry Rachmanov (F4#)
Jerome Rose (A0)
Sophie Schyler - Chateau Kirwan (F5#)
Guy Sorman (D4)
Annaliese Soros (C2#)
Marie-Monique Steckel (B4)
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