La Madeleine Church
Place de la Madeleine, 75008 Paris
Capacity 150 seats
La Madeleine Church Concert Series
Location
Duration
1 h 20 min
No intermission
Details
Concert
For all audiences
No dialogue
Highlights: La Madeleine Church Concert Series
There are pieces of classical music that will always resonate at their highest potential in a church. Only underneath the soaring ceiling of an ancient place of worship can you truly appreciate the grace, spirituality, and beauty of the musical timbre, in an intimate environment that is guaranteed to touch your heart. Come and see the astounding La Madeleine church for yourself, and marvel at Mozart's epic Requiem, Schubert's and Gounod's Ave Maria, or the famed Four Seasons itself! Discover some of the world’s most well-known arias ringing through the halls of Paris’ one-and-only La Madeleine.
Story: La Madeleine Church Concert Series
Mozart, Vivaldi, Schubert, Gounod, Albinoni, Pachelbel…just some of the finest composers throughout history. Their works are instantly recognizable, from the otherworldly enchantment of Schubert’s and Gounoud’s Ave Maria, to the epic sorrow of Lacrimosa from Mozart's timeless Requiem. But how many people can say they have heard them live in a famous Parisian church? Today, you have the opportunity to do so in the very heart of Paris at the gorgeous La Madeleine! This historic religious building boasts 52 Corinthian columns, and has served as a decor for the funerals of Fréderic Chopin, Jacques Offenbach, Charles Gounod, Camille Saint-Saëns, Coco Chanel, Joséphine Baker, and many other beloved figures. Join us at this emblem of beauty and grace for an ethereal experience that allows you to feel all of the rapturous joy of classical music in one incredible sitting.
Concert programme
Saturday, June 3rd, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.
With the Orchestra Les Violons de France and Cécile Besnard (soprano)
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Pachelbel: Canon
Albinoni: Adagio
Grieg: Solveig's Song
Schubert and Gounod: Ave Maria
Thursday, June 8th, 2023 at 7:30 p.m.
With the Orchestra Les Violons de France
Schubert: Ave Maria
Pachelbel: Canon
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Mozart: A Little Night Music
Tuesday June 13th, 2023 at 8:30 p.m.
With the Orchestra Les Violons de France and Cécile Besnard (soprano)
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Pachelbel: Canon
Albinoni: Adagio
Grieg: Solveig's Song
Schubert and Gounod: Ave Maria
Saturday, June 17th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.
With the Orchestra Les Violons de France
Schubert: Ave Maria
Pachelbel: Canon
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Mozart: A Little Night Music
Thursday, June 22nd, 2023 at 7:30 p.m.
With the Orchestra Les Violons de France and Cécile Besnard (soprano)
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Pachelbel: Canon
Albinoni: Adagio
Grieg: Solveig's Song
Schubert and Gounod: Ave Maria
Thursday, June 29th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.
With the Orchestra Les Violons de France
Schubert: Ave Maria
Pachelbel: Canon
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Mozart: A Little Night Music
Saturday, July 1st, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.
With the Orchestre Les Violons de France and Cécile Besnard (soprano)
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Pachelbel: Canon
Albinoni: Adagio
Grieg: Solveig's Song
Schubert and Gounod: Ave Maria
Saturday, July 8th, 2023 at 8:30 p.m.
With the Orchestra Les Violons de France and Cécile Besnard (soprano)
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Pachelbel: Canon
Albinoni: Adagio
Grieg: Solveig's Song
Schubert and Gounod: Ave Maria
Saturday, July 15th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.
With the Orchestra Les Violons de France and Cécile Besnard (soprano)
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Pachelbel: Canon
Albinoni: Adagio
Grieg: Solveig's Song
Schubert and Gounod: Ave Maria
Wednesday, July 26th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.
With the Orchestra Les Violons de France and Cécile Besnard (soprano)
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Pachelbel: Canon
Albinoni: Adagio
Grieg: Solveig's Song
Schubert and Gounod: Ave Maria
Saturday, July 29th, 2023 at 8:30 p.m.
With the Orchestra Les Violons de France and Cécile Besnard (soprano)
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Pachelbel: Canon
Albinoni: Adagio
Grieg: Solveig's Song
Schubert and Gounod: Ave Maria
Saturday, August 5th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.
With the Orchestra Les Violons de France and Cécile Besnard (soprano)
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Pachelbel: Canon
Albinoni: Adagio
Grieg: Solveig's song
Schubert and Gounod: Ave Maria
Thursday, August 10th, 2023 at 8:30 p.m.
With the Orchestra Les Violons de France
Schubert: Ave Maria
Pachelbel: Canon
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Mozart: A Little Night Music
Monday, August 14th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.
With the Orchestra Les Violons de France and Cécile Besnard (soprano)
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Pachelbel: Canon
Albinoni: Adagio
Grieg: Solveig's Song
Schubert and Gounod: Ave Maria
Friday, August 18th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.
With the Orchestra Les Violons de France
Schubert: Ave Maria
Pachelbel: Canon
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Mozart: A Little Night Music
Saturday, August 26th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.
With the Orchestra Les Violons de France and Cécile Besnard (soprano)
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Pachelbel: Canon
Albinoni: Adagio
Grieg: Solveig's Song
Schubert and Gounod: Ave Maria
Tuesday, September 5th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.
With the Orchestra Les Violons de France
Schubert: Ave Maria
Pachelbel: Canon
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Mozart: A Little Night Music
Saturday, September 9th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.
With the Orchestra Les Violons de France and Cécile Besnard (soprano)
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Pachelbel: Canon
Albinoni: Adagio
Grieg: Solveig's Song
Schubert and Gounod: Ave Maria
Wednesday, September 13th, 2023 at 8:30 p.m.
With the Orchestra Les Violons de France
Schubert: Ave Maria
Pachelbel: Canon
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Mozart: A Little Night Music
Saturday, September 16th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.
With the Orchestra Les Violons de France and Cécile Besnard (soprano)
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Pachelbel: Canon
Albinoni: Adagio
Grieg: Solveig's Song
Schubert and Gounod: Ave Maria
Thursday, September 21st, 2023 at 8:30 p.m.
With the Orchestra Les Violons de France
Schubert: Ave Maria
Pachelbel: Canon
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Mozart: A Little Night Music
Thursday, September 28th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.
With the Orchestra Les Violons de France and Cécile Besnard (soprano)
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Pachelbel: Canon
Albinoni: Adagio
Grieg: Solveig's Song
Schubert and Gounod: Ave Maria
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La Madeleine Church
Place de la Madeleine, 75008 Paris
La Madeleine Church
The imposing Madeleine Church, located in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, gave its name to this district of Paris. It is built in perspective of the Palais Bourbon (building that houses the National Assembly), which it faces on the other side of the Place de la Concorde.
In 1757, Louis XV ordered the construction of a new Madeleine Church, but following the Revolution, the work remained on hold. Then, in 1806, Napoleon I decided to build a temple to the glory of the soldiers of the Grande Armée. He commissioned the architect Pierre-Alexandre Vignon who razed the old church but kept its columns. He proposed a building reminiscent of Greek temples, with more than 50 Corinthian columns surrounding it. Unfortunately, the construction posed problems to the State and its construction was neglected in favor of the Arc de Triomphe. The Madeleine Church was returned to Catholic worship and the church was inaugurated in 1842 - its construction took 85 years!
In 1846, the church welcomed the great organ of Cavaillé-Coll and many organists succeeded one another at the keyboards of the instrument: Camille Saint-Saëns, Gabriel Fauré, etc. It is at the Madeleine Church that the funerals of famous artists such as Frédéric Chopin, Jacques Offenbach, Edith Piaf, Joséphine Baker and more recently Johnny Hallyday have been held. Since its construction, the church has become a hotspot for classical music concerts.
Fast facts
Capacity: 150
Handicap Accessible? Yes
Air conditioning? No
Heating? No
FAQ
How do I get to La Madeleine Church?
The Madeleine Church is accessible by: Metro lines: You can take lines 8, 12, and 14 to Madeleine. 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 the La Madeleine Church?
We invite you to arrive around 15 minutes before the showtime marked on your ticket. An English-speaking staff member of La Madeleine Church will guide you to your seats.
How long do the concerts at La Madeleine Church last?
The concerts last approximately one hour and twenty depending on the programme and without an intermission.