It's hard to describe classical music these days. Also known as " art music ", classical music brings together a number of instrumental, vocal and orchestral pieces that define Western culture.
This broad musical movement has produced a number of great classical composers, spanning the period from the 18th to the 20th century, including Antonio Vivaldi, Johann Sebastian Bach, Georg Friedrich Handel, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ludwig van Beethoven, Frédéric Chopin, Richard Wagner, Giuseppe Verdi, Johannes Brahms, Georges Bizet and George Gershwin.
Today, classical music can be enjoyed at symphony and philharmonic concerts featuring works by these illustrious composers, as well as iconic film scores by conductors and composers such as Joe Hisaishi, John Williams, Ennio Morricone, Hans Zimmer...
Other artists - known as "neoclassical" - have attempted to modernize this style, taking up the codes of classical music while integrating more contemporary notes. These include German-British artist Max Richter, Germany's Nils Frahm, Poland's Hania Rani and Iceland's Ólafur Arnalds.
Are you in the mood for aclassicalconcert in the capital? Find out about upcoming classical music concerts in Paris and elsewhere in the Île-de-France region!
The Louvre Museum in music: concerts at the heart of the Paris museum
What if your next concert was held in one of Paris's most famous museums? The Louvre regularly organizes musical events. Find out more about the big musical events coming up. [Read more]
The most beautiful music from Miyazaki's films in concert at the Folies Bergère in Paris in 2026.
A series of concerts featuring the most beautiful music from Miyazaki's films awaits us at the Théâtre des Folies Bergère in Paris on January 13 and March 24, 2026. The soundtracks of cult classics such as "Princess Mononoke," "My Neighbor Totoro," "The Wind Rises," "Howl's Moving Castle," and "Kiki's Delivery Service" will be featured! [Read more]
International Choir Concert at Notre Dame des Blancs Manteaux
Sponsored - The DePauw University Choir from the United States and the Paris Choir will perform at Notre Dame des Blancs Manteaux on Friday, January 16th, at 6:30 PM.
Admission is free and open to all. [Read more]
Hollywood Symphonic: Your Favorite Films Come Alive in Symphony at La Seine Musicale
The Seine Musicale (92) invites audiences to step into the magic of the silver screen with Hollywood Symphonic, an extraordinary orchestral concert taking place on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 4 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. The Appassionato Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Mathieu Herzog, will bring to life some of the most iconic film scores — from Star Wars and Pirates of the Caribbean to James Bond, Yentl, Out of Africa, and Gone with the Wind. It promises a captivating blend of music and legendary imagery in a truly enchanting experience. [Read more]
Festival Présences 2026 at the Maison de la Radio: Celebrating the Work of Georges Aperghis
A new milestone: the 36th edition of Présences, Radio France’s acclaimed contemporary music festival! From February 3 to 8, 2026, the Maison de la Radio et de la Musique will host a captivating journey into the innovative world of Franco-Greek composer Georges Aperghis. [Read more]
Andrea Bocelli in concert at the Accor Arena in Paris in April 2026
Four years after his appearance at the Paris venue, world-famous singer Andrea Bocelli is set to return to the Accor Arena in Paris on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. An opportunity to (re)discover the Italian tenor's impressive musical repertoire live. [Read more]
Tony Ann headlines the Piano Pop festival at the Folies Bergère in April 2026.
Les Folies Bergère is joining forces with Piano Pop, the first traveling contemporary piano festival by JUNZI Arts, on April 7 and 8, 2026. Tony Ann, the phenomenal Canadian pianist with over a billion views, will make every key vibrate in a pop, modern, and irresistibly musical show. Tickets are on sale now. [Read more]
Ludovico Einaudi in solo concert at Salle Pleyel in Paris in April 2026
Ludovico Einaudi announces his return to Paris as part of his "Solo Piano" tour! Join the famous Italian neoclassical pianist on stage at the Salle Pleyel for a series of five solo concerts, scheduled from Wednesday April 8 to Sunday April 12, 2026. [Read more]
Once upon a time... Ennio Morricone & Nino Rota: the symphonic concert at La Seine Musicale in 2027
Paris pays tribute to Ennio Morricone and Nino Rota in 2027! Mark your calendars for January 23rd, 2027, at La Seine Musicale for a special symphonic concert celebrating the iconic music crafted by these two legendary Italian composers. [Read more]
Sofiane Pamart in concert at the Stade de France in April 2027
Sofiane Pamart announces his very first concert at the Stade de France! See the talented French pianist and composer live on France's biggest stage on Saturday, April 17, 2027. [Read more]
