#Music

Sunday 28 April 2024, at 6 pm, Auditorium Rainier III
2023/2024 season of the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra, under the Presidency of H.R.H. the Princess of Hanover - "Recital". With Sergey Khachatryan, violin, and Alexandre Kantorow, piano. Music by BABADJANIAN, DEBUSSY, FRANCK, and MOZART.

Friday 3 May 2024, at 8 pm, Opéra de Monte-Carlo - Salle Garnier
2023/2024 season of the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra, under the Presidency of H.R.H. the Princess of Hanover - "Piano Recital" with Seong-Jin Cho. Music by HAYDN, RAVEL, and LISZT.

Sunday 5 May 2024, at 6 pm, Auditorium Rainier III
2023/2024 season of the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra, under the Presidency of H.R.H. the Princess of Hanover - "Symphonic Concert". Conducted by Andris Poga, with Truls Mørk, cello. Music by BOULANGER, SHOSTAKOVIC, and STRAUSS.

Sunday 16 June 2024, at 6 pm, Auditorium Rainier III
2023/2024 season of the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra, under the Presidency of H.R.H. the Princess of Hanover - "Symphonic Concert". Conducted by Kazuki Yamada, with Pablo Ferrández, piano. Music by TCHAIKOVSKY and BRUCKNER.

Tuesday 11 June 2024, at 6.30 pm, Maison de France
2023/2024 season of the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra, under the Presidency of H.R.H. the Princess of Hanover - "Musical Happy Hour". With Ilyoung Chae, violin, François Méreaux, viola, Thibault Leroy, cello, Delphine Hueber, flute, and Sophia Steckeler, harp. Music by DEBUSSY, IBERT, FRANÇAIX, and CRAS.

Wednesday 15 May 2024, at 3 pm, Opéra de Monte-Carlo - Salle Garnier
2023/2024 season of the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra, under the Presidency of H.R.H. the Princess of Hanover - "Cine-concert" SPECIAL SCREENING OF THE CHARLIE CHAPLIN FILM, The Kid (1921). Conducted by: Frank Strobel. Cine-concert for all the family. Recommended for ages 5 and over.

Thursday 11 July 2024, at 9.30 pm, Palais Princier - Cour d'Honneur
Symphonic concert by the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra in the Cour d'Honneur of the Prince's Palace, conducted by James Gaffigan, with pianist Alexandre Kantorow, performing music by CÉSAR FRANCK, FRANZ LISZT, and GEORGE GERSHWIN.

Jeudi 18 juillet 2024, à 21h30, Palais Princier - Cour d'Honneur
Symphonic concert by the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra in the Cour d'Honneur of the Prince's Palace, conducted by Cristian Măcelaru, with violionist María Dueñas, performing music by MAX BRUCH and FRANZ LISZT.

Friday 26 July 2024, at 9.30 pm, Palais Princier - Cour d'Honneur
Symphonic concert by the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra in the Cour d'Honneur of the Prince's Palace, conducted by Riccardo Muti, performing music by ALFREDO CATALANI and FRANZ SCHUBERT.

Thursday 1 August 2024, at 9.30 pm, Palais Princier - Cour d'Honneur
Symphonic concert by the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra in the Cour d'Honneur of the Prince's Palace, conducted by Stanislav Kochanovsky, with pianist Nikolai Lugansky, performing music by MIKHAIL GLINKA, PYOTR ILYICH TCHAIKOVSKY, and ALEXANDER BORODIN.

Sunday 4 August 2024, at 9.30 pm, Palais Princier - Cour d'Honneur
Symphonic concert by the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra in the Cour d'Honneur of the Prince's Palace, conducted by Kazuki Yamada, with pianist Simon Trpčeski, performing music by JOHANNES BRAHMS, BEDŘICH SMETANA, and ANTONÍN DVOŘÁK.

Thursday 8 August 2024, at 9.30 pm, Palais Princier - Cour d'Honneur
Symphonic concert by the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra in the Cour d'Honneur of the Prince's Palace, conducted by Petr Popelka, with pianist Mao Fujita, performing music by ANTONÍN DVOŘÁK and ROBERT SCHUMANN.

Saturday 1 June 2024, at 8:30 PM, Espace Léo Ferré
KO KO MO are an explosive musical duo consisting of Warren (guitar, lead vocals) and Kevin "K20" (drums, backing vocals). Together, the pair tear up the stage, following loyally in the footsteps of their heroes of the 1970s, subtly playing on their influences with their own version of classic rock, producing a result that's nostalgic yet defiantly contemporary.

Thursday 2 May 2024, at 8.30 pm, Grimaldi Forum Monaco
Unstoppable groove and tongue-in-cheek humour: that's the recipe for the Voilaaa sound. Producer Bruno "Patchworks" Hovart is the man behind this project exploring funk and disco music with African and Caribbean influences. He has surrounded himself with artists from different but complementary worlds, ranging from afrobeat to soul and disco, with the result that Pat Kalla and Sir Jean feature on the famous album "On te l'avait dit". Voilaaa are bringing afrodisco back with their groovy, hypnotic rhythms!

Friday 3 May 2024, at 8 pm, Grimaldi Forum Monaco
The Blues Brothers were created in the 1970s by comedians John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd. After the success of their debit album "Briefcase Full Of Blues" and a US tour, the cult movie followed, featuring a host of soul and blues legends and brilliant performances by Ray Charles and Aretha Franklin. The hit soundtrack included all-time classics including Everybody Needs Somebody to Love, Soul Man, and Think.

Wednesday 22 May 2024, at 8.30 pm, Grimaldi Forum Monaco
In the wake of two diamond-certified albums and a platinum-selling third, "Joie de vivre", Louane is back with a sensitively produced concept album. A moving communion with her fans through the artist's social media accounts, with performances drawing on her personal stories as well as those inspired by her community. With music and lyrics written by the young artist herself, this fourth opus is an ode to "Sentiments". A collection of 10 original, unadorned tracks, a raw, emotional gem.

Thursday 20 June 2024, at 8.30 pm, Grimaldi Forum Monaco
Crimi came about in 2018, inspired by lead singer Julien Lesuisse's eagerness to rediscover his Sicilian heritage, and reappropriate a culture and language that his immigrant family was once forced to hide. Crimi's DNA is a mix of old Sicilian songs and Algerian rai, with influences of ethio-jazz, funk, and soul from guitarist Cyril Moulas, bassist Brice Berrerd, and drummer Bruno Duval. The band aims to connect historic traditions with different places, rebuilding them for today's intercultural world.

Thursday 27 June 2024, at 8 pm, Grimaldi Forum Monaco
Renowned for her uniquely captivating performances and outstanding technique, Khatia Buniatishvili's talent transcends musical borders and regularly delights audiences all over the world. For this recital at the Grimaldi Forum, she will perform works by Bach, Beethoven, Mozart, Schubert, and Liszt. Expect an unforgettable evening in the company of a truly exceptional artist.

From Saturday 6 July to Sunday 1 September 2024, 10 am to 8 pm, Grimaldi Forum Monaco
This exhibition, featuring an ensemble of leading works in a new scenography, will take visitors on a journey through Joseph Mallord William Turner’s sublime representations of our world, from his landscapes to the elementary explorations of light and atmosphere of which he was a pioneer and master. Turner’s decisive influence on painting, and by extension his legacy, will be highlighted in the exhibition through some interpretations of the sublime by leading contemporary artists. Curator: Elizabeth Brooke, Senior Project Curator at the Tate.

Tuesday 9 July 2024, at 8 pm, Grimaldi Forum Monaco
Zucchero - real name Adelmo Fornaciari - is a rock blues icon in Italy, with over 60 million records sold. He made musical history as the first Western artist to perform at the Kremlin after the fall of the Berlin Wall. In 1992, with Luciano Pavarotti, he founded the "Pavarotti & Friends" charity gala, paving the way for annual concerts until 2003. He has performed on five continents, 69 states and 650 cities, taking part in major events such as Woodstock, the 46664 concerts for Nelson Mandela, and the Freddie Mercury tribute.

From Wednesday 9 to Sunday 13 October 2024, Grimaldi Forum Monaco
Audiences will fall head over heels for the sunny, funny tale of a mother, daughter, and her three possible fathers on a Greek island idyll, where everything unfolds to the magic of ABBA's timeless songs. First performed in 1999 in London's West End, MAMMA MIA! is a true global success, arguably the world's most acclaimed musical, with over 65 million spectators and 50 productions translated into 16 different languages to date. Now in its 25th year, MAMMA MIA! has been seen by over 10 million people and racked up over 9,300 performances in London’s West End. It is the 3rd longest running musical in West End history.

Sunday 28 July 2024, at 9.30 pm, Palais Princier - Cour d'Honneur
Symphonic concert by the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra in the Cour d'Honneur of the Prince's Palace, conducted by Riccardo Muti, performing music by ALFREDO CATALANI and FRANZ SCHUBERT.

Wednesday 26 June 2024, from 6 pm to 11 pm, La Note Bleue
La Note Bleue Summer Festival - Tamo Junto is the French Riviera’s busiest brazilian music crew. Once a month this summer, they’ll be bringing the carnival back to Monaco with their famous Roda de Samba. Experience all the magic of the samba by the sea… just like in Rio!

Wednesday 31 July 2024, from 6 pm to 11 pm, La Note Bleue
La Note Bleue Summer Festival - Tamo Junto is the French Riviera’s busiest brazilian music crew. Once a month this summer, they’ll be bringing the carnival back to Monaco with their famous Roda de Samba. Experience all the magic of the samba by the sea… just like in Rio!

Wednesday 28 August 2024, from 6 PM to 11 PM, La Note Bleue
La Note Bleue Summer Festival - Tamo Junto is the French Riviera’s busiest brazilian music crew. Once a month this summer, they’ll be bringing the carnival back to Monaco with their infamous Roda de Samba… just like in Rio!

Friday 31 May 2024, at 9 PM, La Note Bleue
La Note Bleue Summer Festival - Carlos Lopes’ vibrant creole heritage offers a unique blend of Afro Pop, Soul, Jazz and RnB drawing from his Cabo Verde cultural heritage and a modern take on contemporary styles. Writing incredibly catchy songs delivered in a joyful and charismatic manner, Carlos Lopes’ return to our stage is something everyone is looking forward to!

Saturday 1 June 2024, at 9 PM, La Note Bleue
La Note Bleue Summer Festival - The Zenmenn plunge themselves into a mystic world of shimmering harps and languid guitars. Their luscious sounds, synth laden grooves and melodic experiments taking you on a Balearic journey. The Zenmenn paint with a palette of many colours taking influence from music all over the world and transcribing it into their own, sun-kissed and vibrant compositions.

Friday 7 & Saturday 8 June 2024, at 9 PM, La Note Bleue
La Note Bleue Summer Festival - Ludivine Issambourg has been at the centre of France’s musical scene over the past 15 years as one talented flutist, composer and producer. Her multiple collaborations (Incognito, Wax Tailor, Chassol, Angélique Kidjo and many more) nourished her and lead her to experiment with her sound somewhere between Electro Jazz, Hip Hop and Jazz Funk. For this very special double concert, Ludivine will be performing the sequel to her acclaimed first album Outlaws: ‘Above The Laws’, paying homage to the Jazz Funk legendary productions of the 70s and 80s.

Friday 7 & Saturday 8 June 2024, at 9 PM, La Note Bleue
La Note Bleue Summer Festival - Echoes Of are France’s best purveyors of Funk, Boogie and Disco having turned La Note Bleue upside down more than once! The Funk machine is back this summer with a heavy program of hard 70 and 80’s hitters, bringing together a repertoire of 2 of the US’ most groovy towns: Atlanta (Cameo, Gladys Knight, The SOS Band) and of course…Minneapolis (Prince, The Time, Andre Cymone). Get your dancing shoes on for this one!

Friday 21 June 2024, at 9 PM, La Note Bleue
La Note Bleue Summer Festival - In the same vein as the Massilia Sound System, Nux Vomica is a staple of Nice’s musical scene mixing folklore, ragga, rap and other rhythms from the Mediterranean and beyond, crafting a carnival-like energy. Join us in celebrating music on this special Fête De La Musique with an explosive performance from the most Nissart band there is!

Saturday 22 June 2024, at 9 PM, La Note Bleue
La Note Bleue Summer Festival - The Groovyboyz are a band based between San Remo & Nice whose James Brown-70’s Funk sound is intertwined with neosoul, reggae, jazz and many other groovy influences, sometimes instrumental, sometimes with vocals. Formed only recently, the young band has already played around enough to form a cohesive set of original songs and will release their debut EP in 2023!

Friday 28 June 2024, at 9 PM, La Note Bleue
La Note Bleue Summer Festival - Hetty Kate is a charismatic vocalist born in England, raised in Melbourne, Australia and now based in Paris, France. With an international career spanning more than a decade, Hetty has been described as ‘the real deal’ and ‘one of the best swing-style vocalists on the current scene’ (Will Friedwald - Jazz Critic USA).

Friday 5 & Saturday 6 July 2024, at 9 PM, La Note Bleue
La Note Bleue Summer Festival - Dele Sosimi, the Nigerian-British Afrobeat Ambassador, Musician and Educator. Having started his musical career with Fela’s Egypt 80 band in his teens, he then teamed up with childhood friend Fela’s son Femi Kuti (back in the late eighties) to kick start the Positive Force - touring, recording and performing worldwide. Over forty years later, he remains a tireless ambassador of this unique Nigerian sound travelling the world and performing at countless festivals. Afrobeat royalty in the house!

Sunday 14 & Monday 15 July 2024, at 9 PM, La Note Bleue
La Note Bleue Summer Festival - The queen of Funk & RnB lands on our shores for 2 unforgettable nights at La Note Bleue. Heralded as one of our generation’s greatest singers and pianists with international hits such as ‘Forget Me Nots’, ‘Haven’t You Heard’ or ‘Remind Me’ amongst many others, Patrice Rushen makes a rare EU appearance for 2 absolutely unmissable nights of iconic grooves!

Friday 19 & Saturday 20 July 2024, at 9 PM, La Note Bleue
La Note Bleue Summer Festival - A pioneering, dynamic, key figure in Brazilian music’s new wave, Ana Frango Elétrico composes, plays guitar, produces and sings music at the crossings of Bossa Nova, Pop, Rock and so much more. A creative force matched by a mesmerizing stage presence at only 25 and backed by some of the best and most creative songwriting we’ve heard in a while. Ana Frango Elétrico is definitely one to watch out for!

Friday 26 & Saturday 27 July 2024, at 9 PM, La Note Bleue
La Note Bleue Summer Festival - Bassically crafts sophisticated house music out of LIVE instrumentation. The result is a dazzling live performance that takes its cue from the early electronic sounds of Detroit, Berlin, and London paying homage to the greats (Frankie Knuckles, Kerri Chandler, Seven Davis Jr etc) and beyond. A pure adrenaline rush – dancers at the front!

Friday 2 & Saturday 3 August 2024, at 9 PM, La Note Bleue
La Note Bleue Summer Festival - Tony Momrelle is one of the most exciting and significant soul musicians on the modern British stage. As the lead vocalist for infamous UK acid-jazz ensemble Incognito for over 16 years or as a sought-after live performer for some of the world’s most acclaimed artists including Janet Jackson, Whitney Houston, Chaka Khan or Sade to name a few, Tony has already built a solid legacy.

Friday 9 & Saturday 10 August 2024, at 9 PM, La Note Bleue
La Note Bleue Summer Festival - Kicca makes no concession when it comes to composing music with her partner Oscar Marchioni. Drawing from multiple styles including 70s Funk and Disco, the feline Kicca has crafted the perfect blend of controlled extravaganza, inspired songwriting and catchy songs delivered by her quintet in an effortless and charismatic manner.

Friday 16 & Saturday 17 August 2024, at 9 PM, La Note Bleue
La Note Bleue Summer Festival - Melbourne-based Close Counters’ diverse soundscape sits at the crossroads of house, neo-soul, broken beat and disco. A true live act at heart, the duo will expand to a 4 piece tour de force for their performances on our shore, bringing live vocals and drumming to the front, with their synth-heavy sounds providing the perfect musical backdrop for the dancefloor. A young but already mighty formation having been praised by the likes of Gilles Peterson, Folamour, Young Franco or Defected Records, Close Counters are coming, and you’d better be dancing!

Friday 23 & Saturday 24 August 2024, at 9 PM, La Note Bleue
La Note Bleue Summer Festival - Flexie is back at La Note Bleue! After many years in the making, we are thrilled to host one of our favorite singer, alongside his old friend Rom D and his collective. Cooking up an explosive repertoire of original songs and classics, the band is set to make history again with their infamous blend of Soul, Rnb, Funk and Jazz!

Friday 30 & Saturday 31 August 2024, at 9 PM, La Note Bleue
La Note Bleue Summer Festival - Publicly declared ‘one of the greatest singers’ by Antonio Carlos Jobim, Joyce began her career as a teenager in the late 60s and went on to forge her own legend by becoming one of Brazil’s most acclaimed and recognizable voice of Bossa Nova. Having worked with some of the best from Marcos Valle, Caetano Veloso, Edu Lobo, Nelson Angelo and so many more, Joyce’s over 50 years spanning career is a testament to the impact of her music on the global scene. What a perfect way to close our festival!