Harp Concert: A Poetic Evening at the City of Economy for Music Day 2026

The Fête de la Musique is back with gusto on June 21, 2026! This now-global celebration began in France in 1982 and invites people to honor music in all its forms with free concerts spilling onto streets, parks, and iconic venues. Paris becomes a genuine festival hub. And this year, La Cité de l'Économie is the must-visit spot!

Set in the majestic Hôtel Gaillard, la Cité de l'Economie is a space devoted to the economy and money. Opened in 2019, the museum invites visitors on a fascinating journey into the economic world through interactive exhibits and workshops. The Hôtel Gaillard, with its neo-Renaissance architecture, provides a unique historical and cultural backdrop that pairs beautifully with the magic of music.

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And since we’re talking about magic, note that the musicians from l’École Normale de Musique Alfred Cortot are waiting for you at the Cité de l'Ecnomie, on the occasion of the new Fête de la musique, for an unprecedented evening devoted to classical music. To be unveiled on the Sunday, June 21, 2026, a harp concert as enchanting as it is poetic should delight fans of this delicate instrument.

Please note that this music evening is free, but reservations are strongly recommended, available on the official site.

Music Day 2026 in Paris, the lineup at Citéco:

• Harp Concert - Cortot School at the City of Economics
  Sunday, June 21, 2026 — 4:30 PM to 5:20 PM
  

  A solo harp concert rings through the Cité de l’Economie, pairing with the Kourtney Roy exhibition to take audiences on a sensorial journey. A delicate, immersive experience not to be missed!

  An exceptional event presented by the École Normale de Musique de Paris

  Founded in 1919 by the renowned pianist Alfred Cortot, the École Normale de Musique de Paris is a prestigious institution devoted to passing on the great musical tradition. Nestled in the 17th arrondissement, it has trained generations of musicians from around the world for more than a century. Pianists, violinists, cellists and chamber musicians refine their craft under the guidance of esteemed professors.

  For the Fête de la Musique, the École Normale de Musique de Paris partners with the Cité de l’Economie to offer Parisian audiences a free, intimate and unforgettable musical encounter.

  
  
  

Le programme est mis à jour en fonction des annonces officielles.