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Le Grand Marcel
Amateur orchestra in Montreuil focused on collective effort, listening, and improvisation
Paris 6th
About
The amateur orchestra Le Grand Marcel presents a performance resulting from all its collective musical practice moments throughout the year, led by double bassist and composer Théo Girard in Montreuil.
Starting from his compositions, each musician brought a new idea, opening the orchestra to multiple sounds. Discover this inclusive orchestra that values everyone's expression, for a wonderful ensemble spirit!
Maison des Pratiques Artistiques Amateurs
The MPAA is a cultural establishment of the City of Paris whose mission is to welcome, promote, and encourage amateur artistic practices, particularly in the field of performing arts at the scale of Paris and Greater Paris.
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Our take on this event
Forget the stiff, rehearsed philharmonics for a moment and dive into this inclusive musical collective. It is a brilliant display of collaborative energy where every player adds their own twist to the sound, creating a performance that feels as raw as it is refined.
On Wednesday, December 16, 2026, the MPAA/Saint-Germain hosts Le Grand Marcel for a special musical performance. Led by double bassist and composer Théo Girard, this amateur orchestra showcases the results of a year of collective practice based in Montreuil. This inclusive ensemble highlights individual creativity, as each musician contributes original ideas to Girard’s compositions, resulting in a diverse and vibrant sound. The concert takes place from 19:30 to 20:30 in the 6th arrondissement. Admission is ticketed with flexible pricing options, and tickets may be purchased at the venue depending on availability.
The MPAA/Saint-Germain invites you to an evening of music on December 16, 2026, featuring the amateur orchestra Le Grand Marcel. Under the artistic direction of composer and double bassist Théo Girard, the group presents a performance reflecting a full year of collaborative rehearsals held in Montreuil. The ensemble thrives on an inclusive approach, where individual musicians are encouraged to infuse their personal ideas into original compositions, creating a unique and shared musical experience.
The event runs from 19:30 to 20:30 at 4 rue Félibien, in the 6th arrondissement. Attendees can select their preferred ticket price from a tiered range of 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, or 30 €, with general admission seating. Please note that while tickets can be bought at the door, this is subject to availability, so planning ahead is recommended.
