4 – 5 July

La Nuit Bleu Orientale

La Cité Bleue invites you on a timeless journey with La Nuit Bleue Orientale, a 12-hour musical marathon from July 4 to 5, 2026.

Curated by Franco-Iranian percussionist Keyvan Chemirani, this enchanting night brings together artists from diverse backgrounds to explore musical traditions from Persia, the Levant, and the Mediterranean. The program alternates captivating concerts with restful pauses, blending ancient instruments with contemporary expression, improvisation with traditional repertoire.

To enrich the experience, the Café des artistes will offer teas and pastries from various Eastern cultures—deepening the immersion in this unforgettable celebration of sound and spirit.

Avenue de Miremont 46,
1206 Genève
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Photo Credit: La cité bleue

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