Tendresse et tragdie brings together cellist Paul Marleyn and pianist Stphane Lemelin in a program dedicated to three figures of French music from the Belle poque: Rita Strohl, Fernand de la Tombelle, and Gabriel Faur. Through these works for cello and piano, the two performers highlight a repertoire of great expressive richness, blending lyricism, dramatic intensity, and refinement, while breathing new life into lesser-known pieces, including the world premiere recording of Fernand de la Tombelles Variations en forme de chaconne. Paul Marleyn is an internationally renowned Canadian cellist who performs as a soloist and chamber musician in North America, Europe, and Asia. A former principal cellist with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, he is a professor at the University of Ottawa and artistic director of several chamber music festivals. Stphane Lemelin is one of Canadas most renowned pianists, celebrated for the sensitivity, refinement, and integrity of his playing.