Why you should go to the Beaulieu Classic Festival, which takes place from September 13 to 20

The Beaulieu Classic Festival returns for seven days in different locations in Beaulieu-sur-Mer.

From September 13 to 20, concerts, shows and meetings will follow one another to bring the classical repertoire into dialogue with more unexpected musical genres.

For its grand opening free concert

On Saturday, September 13, the festival's official launch will take place outdoors on the Petite Afrique beach. The Nice Municipal Guard Orchestra will perform a free concert , "Entre Deux Mondes."

Modern percussion and classical masterpieces are on the program.

For its mix of genres

What makes the Beaulieu Classic Festival so special? Chrystelle Couturier, the event's artistic director, tells us more: "With all the classical festivals that take place during the summer season, we had to stand out. So, in the festival, we have a classical section but also a mix of genres."

Classical music lovers will particularly appreciate the Agate Quartet, which will offer a journey through Viennese classicism from the early 20th century (Tuesday, September 16 at 7:30 p.m., St. Michael's Church).

Or Edgar, Raphaëlle Moreau with Shani Diluka, a violin, cello and piano ensemble (Wednesday 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the Casino).

While those less familiar with the genre will be able to discover more "affordable" offerings such as the Sax show (Thursday 18 at 7:30 p.m. at the Casino).

"A very high-quality show, between mimes, interpretations and dance, presented by four saxophonists called Les Désaxés."

To see daring shows

Among the other evenings not to be missed is the gala dinner (Friday 19th at 7:30 p.m. at the Hotel Royal Riviera) and its rock opera, with three artists on stage from the new Starmania troupe directed by Thomas Jolly.

And the closing evening at the Casino (Saturday 20 at 7:30 p.m.) with the show Desconcerto . On stage, ten musicians from the Orquestra de Cambra de l'Empordà twist the codes of the symphonic concert.

Thomas Montoya, the conductor, will try to get them to play Vivaldi, Mozart or Bizet, but they will end up playing Michael Jackson...

>> From September 13 to 20. Detailed program and prices at www.beaulieuclassicfestival.com