If there is one enduring value at the Abbaye aux Dames in Saintes, it is undoubtedly the tradition of hospitality. Whether it is for the public, residents, or artists, we love to offer this ideal setting for everyone to recharge their batteries.
The Abbaye aux Dames artist residencies offer musicians an exceptional opportunity to develop their creativity in an inspiring historical setting. These immersive stays allow artists to devote themselves fully to their art, benefiting from an environment conducive to creation and experimentation.
Each artist residency culminates in a free “residency showcase” to allow the public to discover the work that has been produced.
The Abbaye aux Dames is committed to building a relationship of trust with artists by supporting them in their development and providing them with strong support for their projects.
These work and creative residencies allow selected artists and companies to start, pause, or finalize a musical project. The call for applications is open to all genres: early music or contemporary music, jazz, folk or modern music, acoustic or electronic. These residencies also focus strongly on the relationship between music and the five senses, space, and movement. The significant presence of vocal music in the projects presented is imperative, whatever the form.