Des airs de fêtes

Leading artists on the French music scene get together for special musical moments, encounters, duos and unforgettable remakes. This year, this spectacular grand show honours the golden age of French variety music.

In Tangier, under the Moroccan sky, enchanting interlude as the festive season approaches. Stars from the French and international scene come together for a special evening of song and dance honouring oriental music.

At the initiative of pianists Martha Argerich and Iddo Bar-Shai, singer Noa, and organised in collaboration with La Cité Bleue Genève, internationally-renowned musicians, including Israeli and Palestinian artists, join their talents in a powerful expression of solidarity, hope and peace.

It's the turn of the flamboyant Ginette Reno to host her guests, Marie-Mai and Vladimir Kornéev, in a festive Christmas chalet. And, to celebrate the holiday season, she is backed by the guitarist Martin Bachand and the pianist John Roney. An enriching moment to share listening to music and stories.

To coincide with the centenary of the birth of Georges Brassens, a host of artists celebrate the singer by performing their versions of his songs in the streets of Sète, right in the heart of some of the places that counted the most for him.

A musical entertainment show dedicated to the discovery of new African talent and the intermingling of cultures.

Nearly 70 artists will be on stage at Accor Arena, formerly Bercy, to celebrate the anniversary of this mythical Parisian concert hall, the setting for the biggest musical, sporting and cultural moments. On the programme: new duos and trios, musical performances, tributes, surprise encounters and partnerships, for a spectacular show.

For the third year running, francophone accents from all around the world came together in Quebec for an exceptional concert to celebrate music and the French language. On stage: 25 headline acts, nearly one hundred artists, dancers and choristers, 14 musicians and all under the Scott Price's conductor's baton.

Concert by the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, conducted by Jonathan Nott. Featuring: "Symphonie no. 9 in D major", by Gustav Mahler.

Renaud Capuçon conducts the Lausanne Chamber Orchestra with, as guest of honour, the pianist Martha Argerich and, as first solo violin, the violinist Clémence de Forceville.