Our Social event will take place at the Grenier de Saint Jean (also known as Saint Johns Hospital in English), a Gothic building founded in the 12 century right at the hearth of Angers and that through the ages served this community as a church, a monastery, a hospital, an orphanage and finally a center of modern art. The original building is composed by “The Great Hall for the Sick”, a remarkable landmark in French gothic architecture, the chapel, lodging areas and the cloister, latter other facilities were added trough the times: kitchens, dormitories, and an apoticary that is still partially possibly to visit today.
In 1986 this magnificent Gothic structure was restored and since this date it houses the Jean-Lurçat contemporary museum, housing several artistic pieces between paintings, drawings, ceramics, lithographs and the famous “Chant du Monde” wall-hangings by the artist that name the museum.  
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The dinner will be enhanced by the live performance of Groupe Cocktail, a professional music ensemble from Angers featuring a singer, pianist, and saxophonist. In their quartet formation, they are joined by a talented trumpeter, creating a rich and versatile musical ensemble.
Their diverse repertoire of timeless standards and popular covers is sure to appeal to a wide range of audiences. From the elegance and sensuality of jazz to the warmth of bossa nova, the energy of swing, and the soulful sounds of blues and soul, Cocktail Group brings together a variety of musical styles to create a vibrant and memorable atmosphere throughout the evening. You will be inspired and delighted by their music, and you can have a little sneak peek of their talent here. |