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Fauré's Requiem, Beethoven's 3rd Symphony
Lose yourself in the sheer power of Beethoven paired with the ethereal beauty of Fauré's most moving choral work. There is something truly special about hearing these timeless masterpieces performed by a dynamic young orchestra under the vaulted ceilings of a historic Parisian sanctuary.
Eglise de la Madeleine (Paris 8th)
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The Madeleine Church hosts the Hélios Orchestra on Monday, December 28, 2026, for a classical concert featuring Fauré's Requiem and Beethoven's Symphony No. 3. Led by artistic director Paul Savalle, the ensemble performs from 20:00 to 22:00 in the heart of the 8th arrondissement. This performance, open to attendees from age 3 upwards, allows visitors to experience these iconic works within the historic setting of the church. With varying ticket tiers, the event provides a professional symphonic experience for all music lovers in Paris.
Gabriel Fauré's Requiem
Beethoven's 3rd Symphony
Gabriel Fauré's Requiem in D minor, Op. 48, written in his full maturity, is one of his best-known works.
It was premiered on January 16, 1888, at the Église de la Madeleine. This mass for the dead is considered one of Fauré's masterpieces and one of the most beautiful requiems of the 19th century. The work, with its highly personal writing style, contains several pieces that can be counted among the most moving in Western choral music.
The Symphony No. 3 is built on a progression where rhythm plays the leading role, more than melody, giving the work as a whole a dancing character and a certain vigor.
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 collaborating with departmental and regional choirs.
Thanks to collaboration with various conductors, the musicians approach a very rich repertoire while expanding their range of interpretation. They all come from major French conservatories, with some belonging to national orchestras.
From string quartet to symphonic orchestra, including brass ensembles, the orchestra is always expanding its audience by modulating its composition. The "string" 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 Hélios orchestra to approach a very wide repertoire with passionate curiosity.
Our take on this event
On Monday, December 28, 2026, the Hélios Orchestra will perform at the Eglise de la Madeleine. The program features Gabriel Fauré's Requiem, Op. 48, and Ludwig van Beethoven's Symphony No. 3. The concert is scheduled to run from 20:45 to 22:00.
Since its inception in 2014 by Paul Savalle, the Hélios Orchestra has focused on bridging the gap for young conservatory graduates by placing them alongside experienced orchestral players and soloists. Known for its versatility, the orchestra presents a broad range of repertoire, from baroque to contemporary music, in some of Paris's most prestigious architectural settings.
Tickets are priced at 60 € for Prestige, 40 € for Category 1, 30 € for Category 2, and 20 € for Category 3. Reduced rates are available for students and the unemployed: 30 € for Category 1 and 20 € for Category 2. The event welcomes children from the age of 3.
