Photo : Orchestre français des jeunes
French Youth Orchestra
Witness the vibrant energy of the next generation of musical stars as they tackle the full spectrum of Mozart's orchestral genius. From the charm of a first symphony to the monumental scale of Jupiter, the performance promises a deeply emotive journey through the romantic colors of Schubert. Experience a masterful conversation between youth and timeless mastery in the heart of the city.
Théâtre du Châtelet (Paris 1st)
About
The Théâtre du Châtelet presents the Orchestre Français des Jeunes on Monday, November 2, 2026, for a concert featuring works by Mozart and Schubert. Led by conductor Guillaume Chilemme, the ensemble—comprising musicians aged 16 to 25—will perform Mozart's Symphony No. 1 and his final Symphony No. 41, known as Jupiter. Soprano Sandrine Piau joins the orchestra for a selection of Schubert's lieder, orchestrated by 20th-century composers. With tickets priced between 5 and 35 euros, this event is fully accessible to blind or visually impaired attendees, offering a rare opportunity to discover the next generation of orchestral talent in a prestigious setting.
How gently still in my memory do the enchanted tones of some of Mozart's music sound! […] Mozart, immortal Mozart, how many, oh how many comforting impressions of a light and better life hast thou stamped upon our souls!
Franz Schubert,The French Youth Orchestra trains artists aged 16 to 25 who will, tomorrow, work as orchestral musicians in France and around the world. Since the summer of 2023, the orchestra has been in residence in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region, and during the autumn session, known as the “classical” session, the musicians live and work at the Saline royale d'Arc-et-Senans. For this end-of-residency performance, the French Youth Orchestra is giving one of its first concerts at the Châtelet, under the direction of violinist and conductor Guillaume Chilemme.
Two of the forty-one symphonies composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart are on the program: the first… and the last, known as the “Jupiter,” perhaps the most famous of all, marking the culmination of his orchestral work. But the voice is also featured in this concert, with a selection of lieder by Franz Schubert, performed by Sandrine Piau. Orchestrated by 20th-century composers, with the exception of Jacques Offenbach, these lieder place the succession of classical, romantic, and modern styles into perspective, for the duration of a concert.
Program
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Symphony No. 1 in E-flat major, KV 16
Franz Schubert
Orchestrated Lieder
An Die Musik, D. 547, Op. 88, No. 4, orch. Max Reger
Du bist die Ruh, D. 776, Op. 59, No. 3, orch. Anton Webern
An den Mond, D. 296, orch. Max Reger
Gretchen am Spinnrade, D. 118, orch. Max Reger
Die Forelle, D. 550, Op. 32, orch. Benjamin Britten
Ständchen, D. 957, orch. Jacques Offenbach
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Symphony No. 41 in C major, KV 551, known as “Jupiter”
Our take on this event
On November 2, 2026, from 20:00 to 21:15, the Théâtre du Châtelet hosts a unique performance by the Orchestre Français des Jeunes. This ensemble serves as a training ground for young musicians aged 16 to 25, led for this concert by violinist and conductor Guillaume Chilemme. The performance follows the group's residency at the Saline royale d'Arc-et-Senans.
The program bridges the classical and romantic eras, beginning with Mozart's Symphony No. 1 and culminating in his monumental Symphony No. 41, Jupiter. The evening also highlights the vocal artistry of soprano Sandrine Piau, who will perform lieder by Franz Schubert. These pieces have been specially orchestrated by renowned composers, including Jacques Offenbach, Max Reger, Anton Webern, and Benjamin Britten, showcasing the transition between musical periods.
Tickets are available from 5 to 35 euros. The venue is fully accessible to blind or visually impaired guests to ensure an inclusive experience for all attendees.
