The concert programme “ŠIKS.ŠARMS.FRANCIJA” will take place at Kokneses kultūras centrs in Koknese on 18 September 2026. Ensemble MEDIANTE, together with guitarist Jānis Rolmanis, presents an evening of French music ranging from refined classical pieces and danceable balfolk to iconic chanson and contemporary French hits. The programme features both instrumental and vocal-instrumental compositions for voice, accordion, and guitar, highlighting the diversity, rich colour, and characteristic atmosphere of French music. Listeners will enjoy famous songs such as "Champs-Élysées," "La Vie en rose," Zaz's energetic hit "Je veux," "Voyage, voyage," and "Joe le taxi," along with music by Edith Piaf, Nana Mouskouri, and Django Reinhardt. The evening promises a taste of French chic and charm.