Photo : Orchestre de chambre de Paris
SOUVENIR DE FLORENCE | TCHAIKOVSKY | SCHULHOFF
Chamber music at the Salle Cortot: Six string instruments, two composers, and a musical journey between shadow, light, and passion.
Salle Cortot (Paris 17th)
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With the exceptional participation of Carolin Widmann on violin.
The concert begins with Schulhoff's String Sextet, an intense, mysterious work full of tension, introducing us to a still too little-known composer of the interwar period.
Then the music changes color with Tchaikovsky and his famous Souvenir de Florence. Inspired by a stay in Italy, the work takes us towards brighter landscapes, before returning to all the energy and spirit of Russian melodies.
Violins, violas, and cellos respond to and blend with each other to create music that is by turns moving, warm, joyful, and passionate.
🎻 An intimate and vibrant concert, where six strings are enough to bring a whole world to life.
A "Listening Keys" mediation is offered at the beginning of the concert to accompany you in this discovery.
Saturday, December 12, 2026, at 3:00 PM – Salle Cortot
🎟️ Youth Rate: €5
Our take on this event
Forget the city's frantic pace for an afternoon of pure chamber music intensity and string mastery. This program weaves together the enigmatic melodies of the interwar period with Tchaikovsky's Mediterranean-inspired brilliance in an intimate setting. Grab a seat early to enjoy the insightful introduction that makes these masterpieces come alive.
On Saturday, December 12, 2026, Salle Cortot hosts an intimate chamber music concert featuring violinist Carolin Widmann. The program highlights the emotional intensity of Schulhoff’s String Sextet alongside the vibrant melodies of Tchaikovsky’s Souvenir de Florence. Lasting one hour, the performance is designed to be accessible to blind or visually impaired attendees, ensuring an inclusive experience within the 17th arrondissement. The concert starts at 15:00, with full-price tickets available for 30 €. It is a unique opportunity to experience a profound musical dialogue between violins, violas, and cellos in an exceptional acoustic setting.
Experience a captivating afternoon of classical music on December 12, 2026, at Salle Cortot. The concert showcases the technical and emotional depth of string ensemble repertoire, beginning with the mysterious and tension-filled String Sextet by Schulhoff. This is followed by the bright, evocative sounds of Tchaikovsky’s Souvenir de Florence, an homage to the composer’s Italian travels. Led by guest violinist Carolin Widmann, the ensemble promises a vibrant performance that shifts from joyful energy to profound reflection.
To enrich the concert experience, a short mediation session titled Clés d’écoute takes place at the start of the event to guide the audience through the compositions. The performance runs from 15:00 to 16:00 and is fully accessible to blind or visually impaired guests. Tickets are priced at 30 € for standard admission, while visitors under 28 can attend for a special rate of 5 €.
