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La Nouvelle Athènes Concert
We invite you to a second concert on romanticism and nature, performed by the laureates of La Nouvelle Athènes.
Bibliothèque historique de la Ville de Paris (BHVP)
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Featuring an 1806 Érard square piano, this concert offers a journey into the heart of the origins of the French piano. Through works by composers such as Hélène de Montgeroult, Jean-Louis Adam, Daniel Steibelt, and Emmanuel Jadin, for piano and flute, a still-unknown romanticism emerges, where the expression of feelings intertwines with the poetic evocation of nature, and where the discovery of Mozart's work offers a model of both sensibility and musical architecture.
La Nouvelle Athènes is a collective of artists, researchers, and enthusiasts united since 2018 around a single ambition: to revive the soul of romanticism through period pianos, the study of playing modes transmitted by methods, treatises, and early recordings.
Our take on this event
Travel back in time to the dawn of French romanticism as authentic historical instruments take center stage. This intimate recital breathes new life into forgotten masterpieces, blending delicate melodies with the raw, poetic character of a bygone musical era.
Experience the early romantic era at the La Nouvelle Athènes concert, held on Thursday, December 3, 2026, at the Bibliothèque historique de la Ville de Paris. From 19:00 to 20:30, enjoy a performance centered around a rare 1806 Érard square piano, featuring works for piano and flute by composers including Hélène de Montgeroult and Jean-Louis Adam. This evening is designed for adults aged 18 and over, offering a unique opportunity to hear period instruments in a historic setting. Admission is free, and the venue is fully wheelchair accessible, ensuring a comfortable experience for all attendees.
On December 3, 2026, the La Nouvelle Athènes collective will host an immersive concert at the Bibliothèque historique de la Ville de Paris. From 19:00 to 20:30, the ensemble will explore the origins of French piano music, utilizing an original 1806 Érard square piano to bring the romantic period to life. The repertoire will feature compositions by Jean-Louis Adam, Daniel Steibelt, Emmanuel Jadin, and Hélène de Montgeroult, highlighting the intersection of musical architecture and poetic expression inspired by the legacy of Mozart.
Founded in 2018, the collective consists of artists and researchers dedicated to reviving 19th-century performance practices. Their work is grounded in the study of historical treatises, early recordings, and period playing techniques, aiming to recreate the authentic soul of the romantic era.
The concert is intended for an audience aged 18 and above. The library is located in the 4th arrondissement and is fully wheelchair accessible. As the event is free to attend, it serves as an excellent introduction to the collective’s ongoing research and performance projects.
