Christmas Soirée in Montreux

Friends of the Foundation were awarded a holiday treat this December. The International Headquarters of Swiss Global, in Montreux, served as the venue for a Christmas soirée of music and cocktails. With notable performances by Amir Farid piano, Laurence Meikle baritone, Sean Rouane tenor and the Trio Nota Bene (Julien Zufferey, Xavier Pignat and Lionel Monnet), the 60+ guests experienced an unforgettable evening.

Professional photography for the event was provided by Jean-Philippe Daulte. Please click the underlined date for photos.

Friends of the Foundation were awarded a holiday treat this December. The International Headquarters of Swiss Global, in Montreux, served as the venue for a Christmas soirée of music and cocktails. With notable performances by Amir Farid piano, Laurence Meikle baritone, Sean Rouane tenor and the Trio Nota Bene (Julien Zufferey, Xavier Pignat and Lionel Monnet), the 60+ guests experienced an unforgettable evening. Professional photography for the event was provided by Jean-Philippe Daulte. Please click the underlined date for photos.

Amir Farid, at the Foundation’s Bösendorfer piano

Sean Rouane tenor and Amir Farid piano, with Advisory Board member Peter Berger on the left

The six musicians: from left to right, Sean Rouane, Laurence Meikle, Amir Farid, Xavier Pignat, Lionel Monnet, Julien Zufferey

Friends of the Foundation were awarded a holiday treat this December. The International Headquarters of Swiss Global, in Montreux, served as the venue for a Christmas soirée of music and cocktails. With notable performances by Amir Farid piano, Laurence Meikle baritone, Sean Rouane tenor and the Trio Nota Bene (Julien Zufferey, Xavier Pignat and Lionel Monnet), the 60+ guests experienced an unforgettable evening. Laurence Meikle baritone and Amir Farid piano

Laurence Meikle baritone and Amir Farid piano

The Trio Nota Bene (Lionel Monnet piano, Julien Zufferey violin and Xavier Pignat cello)

Swiss Global Artistic Director Geoffrey Simon and Swiss Global Founder and Director Heather de Haes

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What are Arts Global events?
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Arts Global events are special concerts, recitals, and cultural performances featuring talented emerging and world-renowned musicians, vocalists, and performing artists across classical, jazz, and musical theater genres worldwide.

Ticket details and reservation links are provided in the event announcement for each performance. You can also click on the underlined date or follow the external website links listed in the event description for venue-specific booking information.

While many events feature receptions open to general ticket holders, certain post-concert receptions or VIP gatherings may require special invitations, sponsorship, or patron access. Please check individual event guidelines for specific details.

Yes! Past event listings include links to photos, concert programs, reviews, and video recordings (such as YouTube clips) where available. Simply click on the underlined event date or provided media links.

Arts Global supports young artists through various foundation programs and collaborations. Artists interested in joining or performing can reach out via the official website contact page or through featured partner institutions.