4 – 14 June

Les Athénéennes Festival

The Athénéennes festival offers 11 evenings of classical music, jazz, rock, and DJ sets. In its 14th edition, the festival explores the theme of Eros and Thanatos, the tension between the drive for life and death. Featuring internationally and nationally acclaimed artists like lutenist Thomas Dunford, the Ensemble Sequenza 9.3 choir, and pianist Jean-Marc Luisada, the performances promise to be eclectic and captivating. Primarily held at the Alhambra, with some concerts at the Temple de la Madeleine.

Photo Credit: DR
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