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Corelli's Christmas Concerto & Vivaldi's Four Seasons
Escape the city's hustle and immerse yourself in the soaring melodies of a classic baroque masterpiece performed within a breathtaking historical setting. This is the ideal way to experience Vivaldi's winter brilliance and timeless seasonal classics as they were meant to be heard.
Eglise Saint Sulpice (Paris 6th)
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The Eglise Saint-Sulpice in Paris's 6th arrondissement hosts the Helios Orchestra for an evening of baroque masterpieces on Sunday, December 27, 2026. Featuring violin soloist Glen Rouxel, the ensemble will perform Corelli’s Christmas Concerto, works by Caccini and Schubert, and Vivaldi’s Four Seasons. The concert runs from 21:00 to 22:15, offering an immersive musical experience within a historic setting. Tickets are available across various price points, starting from a 20 euro reduced rate for students and the unemployed, up to 60 euros for Prestige seating. It is a unique opportunity to appreciate classical music in one of the city's most renowned churches.
Helios Orchestra
Solo Violin: Glen Rouxel
Christmas Night Concerto by Corelli / Ave Maria by Caccini & Schubert / The 4 Seasons by Vivaldi.
Concerto grosso in G minor, Op. 6, No. 8 by Arcangelo Corelli, better known as the Christmas Concerto, was commissioned by Cardinal Pietro Ottoboni and published posthumously in 1714. The concerto bears the inscription Fatto per la notte di Natale (made for Christmas night).
The concerto is written for an ensemble consisting of two concertino violins and cello, ripieno strings, and continuo.
Dynamic and eclectic, the Helios 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 orchestral musicians, conductors, and experienced soloists in 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 collaboration with different conductors, the musicians approach a very rich repertoire, expanding their range of interpretation. They all come from major French conservatories, some belonging to a national orchestra.
From string quartet to symphony orchestra, including brass ensembles, the orchestra constantly expands its audience by modulating its composition. The "strings" formation performs in the most prestigious churches in Paris, allowing the public to discover a very rich architectural heritage.
Its variable geometry formation allows the Helios Orchestra to approach a very wide repertoire with passionate curiosity.
Our take on this event
On Sunday, December 27, 2026, the Helios Orchestra takes over the Eglise Saint-Sulpice for a classical concert spanning from 21:00 to 22:15. Under the guidance of violin soloist Glen Rouxel, the program features Corelli’s Concerto grosso in G minor, known as the Christmas Concerto, along with Ave Maria compositions by Caccini and Schubert, and Vivaldi’s Four Seasons.
Since its inception in 2014 by artistic director Paul Savalle, the Helios Orchestra has been committed to fostering the professional development of young graduates from France's top conservatories by integrating them with experienced orchestral musicians. This collaborative approach allows the ensemble to tackle a diverse repertoire with precision. Performing in Paris's most prestigious churches, the orchestra creates a bridge between architectural heritage and musical excellence.
To attend this performance, attendees can choose from several ticket categories based on their budget. The Prestige category is priced at 60 euros, the Carré Or at 40 euros, and the standard rate at 30 euros. A reduced rate of 20 euros is available for students and unemployed individuals, ensuring the concert remains accessible to a wide audience.
