La Madeleine Church
Place de la Madeleine, 75008 Paris
Capacity 150 seats
Hélios Orchestra at La Madeleine Church
Location
Duration
1 h 20 min
No intermission
Details
Classical Music Concert
For all audiences
No dialogue
Highlights: Hélios Orchestra at La Madeleine Church
Concert Programme
Story: Hélios Orchestra at La Madeleine Church
Reviews
This show is truly marvellous. The music is obviously very beautiful and played by a small, friendly string orchestra. The conductor, a violin virtuoso by the way, is funny and you can feel a real cohesion in the group.
NoeDel
Speechless, the quality of the performance (musicians, soloist) is undeniable and the reception is top-notch!
ADO75
La Madeleine Church
Place de la Madeleine, 75008 Paris
History and Funfacts about 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
Coat Check: No
FAQ
How do I get to La Madeleine Church?
La Madeleine Church is accessible by:
Metro lines: La Madeleine Church is accessible by metro lines 8, 12 and 14 which run to the stations Madeleine, Opéra ou Concorde.
RER lines: La Madeleine Church is accessible by RER line A which run to the station Auber.
Bus lines: La Madeleine Church is accessible by bus lines 42, 94, 45, 52 which run to the sations Havre - Haussmann, Capucines - Caumartin.
In case of difficulty, our hotline can be reached during our business hours. Please see the footer of this page for our contact details.
What do I do when I get to La Madeleine Church?
We invite you to arrive around 20 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 Hélios Orchestra concerts last?
The Hélios Orchestra concerts last between 1 hour and 1 h 30 min depending on the programme and without an intermission.
Is there a dress code at La Madeleine?
There is no specific dress code but proper attire is appreciated. Many Parisians will arrive directly from work, dressed in business casual or chic attire.