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Vivaldi's 4 Seasons Complete & Mozart's Eine kleine Nachtmusik
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Vivaldi's Four Seasons and Mozart's masterful serenades within the walls of a historic Parisian sanctuary. This talented ensemble breathes new life into the most iconic melodies of the classical repertoire, delivering a performance that resonates long after the final note.
Église de la Madeleine (Paris 8th)
About
The Madeleine Church hosts the Hélios Orchestra for a series of performances featuring Vivaldi's Four Seasons and Mozart's Eine kleine Nachtmusik. From October 28 to December 18, 2026, audiences are invited to experience these classical masterpieces in the heart of Paris's 8th arrondissement. Suitable for ages 3 and up, the event offers tickets ranging from 0 to 60 euros. The venue is fully accessible to wheelchair users, as well as to individuals with visual or cognitive impairments, ensuring a welcoming environment for all music lovers to enjoy this rich program of baroque and classical compositions.
Vivaldi's 4 Seasons Complete & Mozart's Eine kleine Nachtmusik
Program
Serenade No. 13 in G major, K. 525 – known as "Eine kleine Nachtmusik" – is a serenade for strings composed by Mozart in 1787. Its first movement begins with one of the best-known themes in classical music. It is Mozart's last serenade.
Antonio Vivaldi's The Four Seasons is a set of four violin concertos composed in 1723. It is arguably Vivaldi's best-known composition and the most performed musical work in the world. It is a violin concerto where the soloist is accompanied by a chamber orchestra. The content of each part is varied and evokes the specific season to which it refers. For example, winter is punctuated by pizzicato notes on the high strings, reminiscent of icy rain, while summer evokes a storm in the final movement, prepared by thunder that rumbles repeatedly throughout the movement.
Hélios
Dynamic and eclectic, the Hélios orchestra has established itself since its creation in 2014.
Its artistic director, Paul Savalle, promotes the professional integration of young musicians through orchestral practice. Thus, young graduates mingle with experienced orchestral musicians, conductors, and soloists under optimal working conditions.
From baroque to contemporary music, the programs are varied, the repertoire is both symphonic and choral, with the orchestra partnering with departmental and regional choirs.
Thanks to collaborations with various conductors, the musicians approach a very rich repertoire, broadening their interpretation palette. They all come from major French conservatories, with some belonging to a national orchestra.
From string quartets to symphony orchestras, including brass ensembles, the orchestra is constantly expanding its audience by modulating its composition. The "strings" formation performs in the most prestigious churches in Paris, which allows the audience to discover a very rich architectural heritage.
Its variable geometry formation allows the Hélios orchestra to approach a very broad repertoire with passionate curiosity.
Our take on this event
Under the artistic direction of Paul Savalle, the Hélios Orchestra presents a program highlighting two pillars of classical music. The performance includes Mozart's Serenade No. 13, composed in 1787 and widely known for its iconic opening movement, alongside the complete Four Seasons by Vivaldi, a series of violin concerti that capture the essence of nature, from the icy pizzicato of winter to the dramatic storms of summer.
Since its inception in 2014, the Hélios Orchestra has focused on professional development by integrating young graduates from major French conservatories with experienced professional musicians. This collaboration results in vibrant performances within the historic setting of the Madeleine Church. Concerts are scheduled for October 28, November 13, November 24, December 8, and December 18, 2026. Most performances run from 20:00 to 21:15, with the exception of the November 24 session, which takes place from 12:00 to 21:15. Ticket prices are set between 0 and 60 euros.
