LE ROI QUI N'AIMAIT PAS LA MUSIQUE

The story of a King who didn't like music but who, nevertheless, reigns over a kingdom in which there are only musicians. In a fit of overweening authority, he decides to forbid music, thus condemning his kingdom to silence, anguish and melancholy.

A fun narrative of initiation for children, Mathieu Laine 's story is beautifully told through the tuneful music of composer Karol Beffa , without a hint of sharpness.

The exceptional presence of Charles Berling , as Monsieur Loyal, the narrator, takes us to the heart of the intrigue at once. An outstanding quartet of musicians ( Renaud Capuçon , Victor Julien-Laferrière , Andreas Ottensamer with the composer himself on piano), magically convey the musical atmosphere of this tale for children, that adults are sure to enjoy immensely.