Inspired by two poems in Walloon by the Liège writer Henri Simon (1856-1939) that tell the tragedy of an oak tree sacrificed on the altar of human greed, Patrick Leterme's new work takes the form of a choral and symphonic performance for orchestra, choir, and percussion. The composition, combining symphonic writing, sounds of nature (foliage, branches, logs), and songs inspired by folk traditions, creates an original score, somewhere between tradition and modernity, that combines the relationship to the land with contemporary ecological issues.

The Tree's Revenge

Philharmonic Hall of Liege

Thus begins Lucidity, a psychological drama about Lili, who suffers from dementia. Once a celebrated composer and singing teacher, she now depends on her son, Dante, who has given up his music career to care for her. Dr Klugman’s neurological research into the relationship between music and memory brings them into contact with a young clarinettist, Sunny. Marked by loss, the four characters are connected by music.

Patrick Leterme

Events

Upcoming events

22 - 26 Jan, 2027

Lucidity · La Monnaie / De Munt

Past events

Oct 11, 2025

The Tree's Revenge · Orchestre Philharmonique Royal de Liège

Future and recently performed repertoire

Conductor in Lucidity by Kaminsky

La Monnaie / De Munt

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