The Notre-Dame de l’Assomption Cathedral in Saint-Pierre vibrated on Thursday, December 12, during the Martinique final of the 7th edition of the Voix des Outre-mer competition. This evening rewarded Cédric Barabas, a 24-year-old wine merchant.
Cédric Barabas, wine merchant by profession, stood out this Thursday (December 12) during the final of the Voix des Outre-mer de Martinique 2024/2025 competition.
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The 24-year-old young man, who works in the field of sommellerie, has a long-standing passion for lyrical singing. He says he took advantage of the two masterclasses offered as part of the competition to perfect his vocal technique and adjust his voice.
I made sure to apply as much as possible the advice I was given and I tried to place my voice as accurately as possible to go from countertenor to tenor.
Cédric Barabas, winner of the Voix des Outre-mer Martinique 2024/2025 competition,at the microphone of Caroline Popovic
This lyrical meeting, founded in 2017 by the Martinican countertenor Fabrice di Falco and Julien Leleu, president of the Contre-Courants association, aims to promote young talents from overseas territories.
In front of a full cathedral, the seven finalists performed for more than two hours.
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At the end of this competition, Cédric Barabas was able to capture the attention of the jury and the public, and won the Voix des Outre-mer de Martinique 2024/2025 Prize.
For Cédric Barabas, this recognition is also a step in a broader reflection concerning his artistic future.
This morning, I said to myself: “I’m going to the competition, I’m singing, I’m doing what I love. If it goes well, I’ll see how I organize myself with work.”
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Passionate about wine, he does not hesitate to draw parallels between his profession and his passion for singing.
What I particularly like is the Argentinian Malbec, which is really rounded, like the voices that enveloped this church.
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Thanks to his victory, Cédric Barabas advances to the grand national final of the Voix des Outre-mer competition, which will be held at the Auditorium of the Opéra Bastille in Paris.
For Cédric, this step represents an important moment in his journey.
When I started my studies, I wanted to pursue a career as a singer. I had this thought. To the question, if I win? My answer: wouldn’t I give it my all and try to make a career tomorrow?
The national final will be an opportunity for him to defend the colors of Martinique, on the prestigious Parisian stage, on January 8, 2025.
