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Mathieu Sénéchal, known as Noche, is a prominent figure in the Canadian music industry, recognized as a musician, producer, and music director.  For nearly a decade, Noche played a key role as the musical director and touring musician for Canadian singer Charlotte Cardin, accompanying her on global tours.  He also made significant contributions to the production and songwriting on her celebrated albums, Main Girl (2017), Phoenix (2021), and the Juno Award-winning 99 Nights (2023)  

Now, after years of collaborating with other artists, Noche is stepping into the spotlight with his debut solo album, When It All Ends. On March 7, he will present an immersive live show to mark this first solo endeavor. Accompanied by members of the renowned string collective Strings from Paris and other special guests, Noche will perform songs from the album, which blends electronic music with acoustic instruments. The result is a collection of emotionally rich, authentic, and irresistibly danceable tracks.

Frédéric Chopin (1810–1849)
Frédéric François Chopin was a Polish composer and virtuoso pianist of the Romantic era, widely regarded as one of the greatest masters of piano music. Born on March 1, 1810, in Żelazowa Wola, Poland, Chopin showed prodigious talent from an early age, performing in Warsaw's salons by the age of seven.

At the age of 20, Chopin left Poland, eventually settling in Paris, which became his creative home. Despite his fragile health, he became a central figure in the city's vibrant artistic circles, forming lasting relationships with luminaries like Franz Liszt, George Sand (his lover and muse), and other leading artists of the time.

Chopin's compositions are celebrated for their lyrical beauty, innovative harmonies, and technical brilliance. His works for solo piano include 21 nocturnes, 24 preludes, 27 études, 4 ballades, and 2 piano concertos, as well as numerous waltzes, polonaises, and mazurkas that reflect his deep connection to Polish folk music. His Études, in particular, revolutionized piano technique and remain a cornerstone of the instrument’s repertoire.

A deeply expressive and introspective artist, Chopin’s music bridges the gap between classical traditions and the emotive Romantic spirit. His compositions are characterized by a delicate balance of virtuosity and poetic depth, earning him the nickname "the poet of the piano."

Chopin's health deteriorated in his later years due to tuberculosis, and he passed away on October 17, 1849, at the age of 39. His legacy endures, influencing generations of composers and pianists. Today, his works remain beloved by audiences worldwide, a tribute to his unparalleled contribution to classical music.

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