For the first part of our online spring mini-series, hear and see Anne Azéma as she narrates and sings an age-old conundrum: how distant lovers keep the flame alive, despite all. 

This free event, To the Distant Beloved, will stream for all of Early Music Day weekend, March 19 – 21; you can register by clicking the Buy Tickets button.

As an appetizer, here is Guillaume de Machaut’s joyful reminiscence of a moment with his true love. 

Quand je suis mis au retour, Guillaume de Machaut (1300-1377)
Anne Azéma, voice
Parker Library Machaut Project. Monophonic virelai  

When I return from having seen my lady, I am free of pain and worry…