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Scheherazade
Step into a world of shimmering melodies and mythical tales told through the grandeur of a full symphony. This musical journey celebrates legendary women, perfectly capturing the magic and mystery of classic eastern narratives.
La Seine Musicale - Pianos Hanlet
About
The Orchestre Lamoureux performs at La Seine Musicale on Saturday, October 17, 2026, for a concert centered on literary and oriental themes. Under the baton of Adrien Perruchon, the orchestra presents Mel Bonis’s Salomé alongside Rimsky-Korsakov’s symphonic suite, Scheherazade. This event is open to attendees aged 5 and older and takes place in the Pianos Hanlet auditorium on Île Seguin, Boulogne-Billancourt. Tickets are required for entry to this showcase of orchestral mastery. Whether you are a classical music enthusiast or looking for a refined cultural experience, this performance highlights the narrative power of symphonic works in a dedicated concert setting.
Scheherazade
A concert by the Lamoureux Orchestra, conducted by Adrien Perruchon
Saturday, October 17 at 8:00 PM - Auditorium of La Seine Musicale
Women are at the center of tonight's program, with its literary and oriental themes. In Salome, an excerpt from the triptych "Legendary Women," composer Mel Bonis paints a portrait of the biblical heroine with all the colors of the orchestra.
Scheherazade, a symphonic suite by Rimsky-Korsakov, is a model of "program music," where scenes and characters blend with unparalleled mastery of discourse and orchestration.
Program
Mel Bonis, Salome, op. 100
Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Scheherazade — Symphonic Suite, op. 35
Our take on this event
On Saturday, October 17, 2026, the Orchestre Lamoureux presents a special concert at the Pianos Hanlet auditorium within La Seine Musicale. Led by conductor Adrien Perruchon, the performance features a program dedicated to oriental atmospheres and legendary female figures. The concert begins at 20:00, with the venue accessible to the public starting from 12:00.
The evening features two distinct works. The program opens with Mel Bonis’s Salomé, part of her Femmes de légende triptych, which utilizes the full color palette of the orchestra to portray the biblical heroine. The second half is dedicated to Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov’s symphonic suite, Scheherazade, a masterpiece of program music known for its intricate storytelling and unparalleled orchestration.
This concert is open to children from the age of 5. Admission is by paid ticket. Located on Île Seguin in Boulogne-Billancourt, the venue provides a professional environment for this orchestral performance. Visitors should plan their arrival accordingly to ensure a comfortable experience in the auditorium.
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