William Christie tribute performances

Bastian Raimondi with Les Arts Florissants.

A male singer in a dark suit stands in front of an ornate harpsichord with painted floral decorations, his arms outstretched as he sings, while violinists and other musicians in black attire perform behind him in a concert hall with wooden floors and tiered seating.

William Christie, turned 80 in December, and the explosion of gala celebrations honoring him touched down in New York City late last month.

William Christie tribute performances