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Free Concert: Monsters and Chimeras
A narrated concert featuring piano and synthesizers that invokes the monsters of European fairy tales and the spirits of Japan.
Auditorium de l'Hôpital Bretonneau (Paris 18th)
About
Ever since humans first feared the dark, they have populated their nights with creatures. Classical music has always welcomed them with pleasure: fire-breathing dragons, ill-mannered ogres, ghosts in white shirts, but also lovesick beasts and Puss in Boots.
The journey continues to Japan, with the yōkai, those spirits that haunt the nights. You will also encounter the tsukumogami: everyday objects that come to life after a hundred years of existence. Here, it is forgotten instruments that start singing again.
Between piano, small instruments, and synthesizers, DOm Paulin tells the stories and plays the music of this great nocturnal parade. His monsters are frightening, mischievous, and sometimes a little melancholic. No musical knowledge is required to enjoy it.
A proposal by the Et voilà association!
Our take on this event
Prepare to face the creatures of the night through a musical odyssey that bridges the gap between folklore and soundscapes. From classical compositions to unexpected electronic twists, this performance brings ghosts, beasts, and long-forgotten objects to life in a truly magical atmosphere.
The association Et voilà ! presents Monstres et Chimères, a unique concert exploring legendary creatures through sound. Musician DOm Paulin leads this sonic journey, combining piano, synthesizers, and various small instruments to depict everything from classic ogres to Japanese yōkai and tsukumogami. Held at the auditorium of Hôpital Bretonneau in the 18th arrondissement, this event takes place on Friday, December 4, 2026. Designed for all audiences with no musical background required, this performance is completely free of charge. Experience an hour of musical storytelling where creatures of the night are portrayed with humor and melancholy.
On Friday, December 4, 2026, the auditorium of Hôpital Bretonneau hosts a performance titled Monstres et Chimères. From 19:00 to 20:00, DOm Paulin invites guests on a musical exploration of the beings that haunt our nights. The repertoire bridges Western classical tradition, featuring dragons and spirits, with the Japanese folklore of yōkai and tsukumogami—everyday objects that come to life after a century of existence.
The artist crafts this sonic narrative using a blend of piano, synthesizers, and small instruments, resulting in an atmosphere that is by turns frightening, playful, and melancholy. Organized by the association Et voilà !, the event is designed to be accessible to everyone, regardless of prior musical expertise. Attendance is free, offering a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in this nocturnal parade within the 18th arrondissement.
