The Nice Philharmonic Orchestra will participate in La Folle Journée de Nantes on Saturday, February 1st, and Sunday, February 2nd, 2025. The event will be streamed live on the Arte website and on France Musique for classical music fans.
The La Folle Journée de Nantes festival brings together artists and ensembles every year to celebrate classical music. This edition will feature the Nice Philharmonic Orchestra, led by its chief conductor, Lionel Bringuier. Comprising 81 musicians, the orchestra will share the stage with the Orchestre des Pays de la Loire, another prominent ensemble invited to the event.
This concert will feature two major works. Sophia Liu will perform Saint-Saëns’s Piano Concerto No. 2, a piece rich in contrast and virtuosity. In the second part, the orchestra will play excerpts from Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition, orchestrated by Ravel.
Enhanced Visibility
The three performances will take place at the Auditorium Apollon in the Cité des Congrès. On Saturday, the concert will start at 9:15 PM.
Participation in this festival enhances the Nice Philharmonic Orchestra’s reputation. The live broadcast on the Arte website and France Musique will allow a wide audience to follow this event. This opportunity confirms the orchestra’s influence both on the national and international scene. For more information and if you’re visiting Nantes, it’s advisable to book your tickets. Visit the official website of La Folle Journée de Nantes.
