Troubadour Tales

In sun‑kissed Provence, a flamboyant nobleman‑troubadour rides beside his faithful horse Barbo, its mane adorned with periwinkle and violet blossoms. His sprightly page, Pierrot, carries the lute and gathers fresh flowers, adding a burst of color to the countryside as almond trees burst into bloom. Their destination is the palace of King René, a fellow poet‑king who has summoned the realm’s finest singers for a celebratory contest.

Awaiting Reynaurd’s arrival is Count William of Auvergne, already in Aix and eager to claim a jeweled collar promised to the victor. Both men boast unrivaled skill with the lute and a gift for weaving lyric poetry, setting the stage for a friendly rivalry that will echo through the courts of France. Listeners are invited to join the journey, feel the rhythm of hooves on cobblestones, and anticipate the melodic showdown that promises honor, pride, and a touch of medieval sparkle.