Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church
3 place Saint-Germain des Prés, 75006 Paris
Capacity 600 seats
Hélios Orchestra at Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church
Location
Duration
1h 15m
No intermission
Details
Classical Music Concert
Recommended for all ages
Without dialogue
Highlights: Hélios Orchestra at Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church
Established in 2014, the Hélios Orchestra has made a name for itself as one of France’s most ambitious orchestras. Committed to providing a platform for young talent, it allows newly graduated musicians to train alongside renowned instrumentalists.
This year, the Hélios Orchestra is treating audiences to a series of classical concerts in the majestic Saint-Germain-des-Prés-Church, featuring music ranging from Chopin’s Nocturnes to gospel singing.
Story: Hélios Orchestra at Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church
Youth, ambition, eclecticism: these three words capture the essence of the Hélios Orchestra. Shifting seamlessly between baroque and contemporary music, orchestra and quartet, the performers breathe new life into pieces by Mozart, Bach, Vivaldi, Schubert, and more. No matter the programme, their concerts are sure to captivate.
Please note that arrangements vary between string quartets and orchestra. The arrangement of each concert is indicated in the full performance programme below.
Concert programme
Saturday, June 17th, 2023 at 8:45 p.m.
With the Helios Gospel under the direction of Dominique Magloire
“Oh Happy Day”, “Amazing Grace”, “Oh When the Saints”, and other pieces from the gospel repertoire.
Saturday, July 1st, 2023 at 8:45 p.m.
With the Helios String Quartet and Glen Rouxel (solo violin)
Vivaldi's Four Seasons, Caccini's Ave Maria, and other classical pieces.
Saturday, July 8th, 2023 at 8:45 p.m.
With the Helios String Quartet and Glen Rouxel (solo violin)
Vivaldi's Four Seasons, Schubert's Ave Maria, and other classical pieces.
Saturday, July 15th, 2023 at 8:45 p.m.
With the Helios String Quartet and Glen Rouxel (solo violin)
Vivaldi's Four Seasons (Complete) and Mozart's A Little Night Music.
Saturday, July 29th, 2023 at 8:45 p.m.
With the Hélios String Quartet and Glen Rouxel (solo violin)
Vivaldi's The Four Seasons, Schubert's Ave Maria, and other classical pieces.
Saturday, August 5th, 2023 at 8:45 p.m.
With the Helios String Quartet and Glen Rouxel (solo violin)
Vivaldi's Four Seasons, Schubert's Ave Maria, and other classical pieces.
Saturday, August 19th, 2023 at 8:45 p.m.
With the Helios String Quartet and Glen Rouxel (solo violin)
Vivaldi's Four Seasons (Complete) and Mozart's A Little Night Music.
Friday, August 25th, 2023 at 8:45 p.m.
With the Helios String Quartet and Glen Rouxel (solo violin)
Vivaldi's Four Seasons (Complete) and Mozart's A Little Night Music.
Saturday, September 9th, 2023 at 8:45 p.m.
With the Helios String Quartet and Glen Rouxel (solo violin)
Vivaldi's Four Seasons, Schubert's Ave Maria, and other classical pieces.
Saturday, September 16th, 2023 at 8:45 p.m.
With the Helios String Quartet and Glen Rouxel (solo violin)
Vivaldi's Four Seasons, Caccini's Ave Maria, and other classical pieces.
Friday, September 29th, 2023 at 8:45 p.m.
With the Helios String Quartet and Glen Rouxel (solo violin)
Vivaldi's Four Seasons and Mozart's A Little Night Music.
Friday, October 6th, 2023 at 8:45 p.m.
With the Hélios String Quartet and Glen Rouxel (solo violin)
Vivaldi's The Four Seasons, Schubert's Ave Maria, and other classical pieces.
Friday, October 20th, 2023 at 8:45 p.m.
With the Hélios String Quartet and Glen Rouxel (solo violin)
Vivaldi's The Four Seasons and Mozart's A Little Night Music.
Friday, October 27th, 2023 at 8:45 p.m.
With the Helios String Quartet and Glen Rouxel (solo violin)
Vivaldi's Four Seasons, Schubert's Ave Maria, and other classical pieces.
Friday, November 17th, 2023 at 8:45 p.m.
With the Helios String Quartet and Glen Rouxel (solo violin)
Vivaldi's Four Seasons, Caccini's Ave Maria, and other classical pieces.
Saturday, November 18th, 2023 at 8:45 p.m.
With the Helios Gospel under the direction of Dominique Magloire
“Oh Happy Day”, “Amazing Grace”, “Oh When the Saints”, and other pieces from the gospel repertoire.
Saturday, November 25th, 2023 at 8:45 p.m.
With the Helios String Quartet and Glen Rouxel (solo violin)
Vivaldi's Four Seasons and Mozart's A Little Night Music.
Saturday, December 9th, 2023 at 8:45 p.m.
With the Helios String Quartet and Glen Rouxel (solo violin)
Vivaldi's Four Seasons, Schubert's Ave Maria, and other classical pieces .
Friday, December 15th, 2023 at 8:45 p.m.
With the Helios String Quartet and Glen Rouxel (solo violin)
Vivaldi's Four Seasons and Mozart's A Little Night Music.
Friday, December 22nd, 2023 at 8:45 p.m.
With the Hélios String Quartet and Glen Rouxel (solo violin)
Vivaldi's The Four Seasons and Mozart's A Little Night Music.
Wednesday, December 27th, 2023 at 8:45 p.m.
With the Hélios Orchestra and the Hélios Ephemeral Choir under the direction of Glen Rouxel
Corelli's Concerto for a Christmas Night, Caccini and Schubert's Ave Maria, and Vivaldi's The Four Seasons.
Saturday, December 30th, 2023 at 8:45 p.m.
With the Hélios Orchestra and the Hélios Ephemeral Choir under the direction of Glen Rouxel
Corelli's Concerto for a Christmas Night, Caccini and Schubert's Ave Maria, and Vivaldi's The Four Seasons.
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Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church
3 place Saint-Germain des Prés, 75006 Paris
Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church
At the time of its initiation in the 6th century, this church, now in the dead center of Paris, was in the meadowy outskirts of the city. Despite various fires throughout the centuries that destroyed portions of the abbey and grounds, the church itself still stands, remaining one of the oldest churches in all of France. It did not, however, entirely escape tumultuous times, victim to everything from viking sieges to gunpowder explosions, it's a wonder the halls are still standing at all!
From an architectural perspective, the Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church remains one of the very first edifices built in Gothic style, serving as an inspiration for thousands more to come. A historic monument entirely its own, over the years the halls of this church have been graced by kings, saints, and popes. You can even find the tomb of French philosopher René Descartes!
Fast facts
Capacity: 600
Handicap Accessible: Yes
Air conditioning: No
Heating: No
FAQ
How do I get to the Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church?
Saint-Germain-des-Prés church is accessible by: Metro lines: You can take line 4 to Saint-Germain-des-Prés or line 10 to Mabillon. Our customer service can be reached in case of difficulty from 10 am to 7 pm, Monday to Friday. For more information, please consult the map above.
What do I do when I get to Saint-Germain-des-Prés?
We invite you to arrive around 15 minutes before the showtime marked on your ticket. An English-speaking staff member will guide you to your seats.
Please note that the church doors will be closed five minutes before the start of the concert and late arrivals cannot be guaranteed entry.
How long do the concerts last?
Each concert lasts approximately one hour, without an intermission.
Are these concerts for travelers or French people?
Both! Each year the Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church welcomes visitors who come from across the globe. With a programme of composers originating from various countries around the world, these concerts can be enjoyed by speakers of any language.
Can I take pictures during the performance ?
In order not to disturb the artists on stage, and for the comfort of other guests, you are not permitted to photograph, film or record the performance for the duration of the show. As long as the performance is not currently in session, feel free to take a snapshot of the wonderful Saint-Germain-des-Près Chruch to remember your night out!