Nouveaux contes de Noël

In a cozy winter hermitage, Saint Antoine welcomes a handful of wide‑eyed children who have braved the cold to bring him honey and nuts for Christmas. The gentle monk lights a fire, tosses pine cones into the flames, and introduces his faithful companion—a mischievous pig named Barrabas—before beginning a fresh, untold tale of temptation. With playful references to famous artworks and a twinkle of folk‑magic, the opening sets a whimsical, slightly folkloric mood that feels both timeless and warmly seasonal.

The narrator promises a unique story the saint has never shared, one that even celebrated artists like Flaubert have missed. Listeners are drawn into the rhythmic mix of prayer, rustic charm, and the anticipation of a night‑time adventure that will unfold on the eve of the feast. It’s a charming, gentle introduction that invites the imagination to wander through a festive tapestry of myth and merriment.