With its elegant form and brilliant sound, the mandolin has endured through the centuries and inspired the greatest composers, from Vivaldi to Stravinsky and Led Zeppelin. Julien Martineau has captivated audiences around the world with his instrument. His new album presents concertos by Corentin Apparailly and Karol Beffa, works in which virtuosity and emotion blend together, affirming the mandolin's place in the classical repertoire and opening new perspectives for this extraordinary instrument. The Fifth Season proves to be much more than just a recording; it is a true manifesto for the mandolin.