Concerts Landowski

The Concerts Landowski: the legacy of a great composer in the heart of Sèvres

Marcel Landowski (1915-1999) is one of the most significant figures in 20th-century French classical music. A composer of symphonies, operas, and piano works, he was also a visionary cultural administrator, serving as Director of Music at the Ministry of Culture and working throughout his life to democratize classical music in France. Sèvres, the town where he lived, pays tribute to him through this festival that bears his name.

A festival dedicated to transmission and excellence

The Concerts Landowski embody the composer's humanistic and pedagogical vision: to make classical music accessible to as many people as possible. Each edition invites renowned musicians—soloists, quartets, trios, or chamber orchestras—to perform in historic spaces in Sèvres, offering spectators exceptional musical moments in an intimate atmosphere.

The programming covers a wide repertoire, from Baroque music to 20th-century works, including the essentials of Romanticism. Special attention is given to the works of Marcel Landowski himself, allowing the public to rediscover a repertoire unjustly overlooked despite its emotional richness and dramatic depth.

Sèvres, a city of culture and heritage

Sèvres, internationally known for its National Porcelain Manufactory, is a city deeply committed to artistic creation and cultural transmission. The Concerts Landowski are naturally integrated into this vibrant cultural ecosystem, which also includes the Sèvres Museum – Cité de la céramique, the Domaine de Saint-Cloud, and numerous active musical associations.

Program and artists

Each edition of the festival brings together several concerts over a few weeks, offering varied programs suitable for all audiences. Piano recitals, chamber music concerts, light symphonic ensembles, and sometimes children's shows complement a carefully constructed program based on the idea that classical music is a living heritage to be shared and celebrated.

The festival regularly hosts young emerging talents alongside established artists, thus perpetuating the tradition of supporting musicians that was dear to Marcel Landowski. Meetings with artists, lectures, and educational workshops may accompany the concerts depending on the edition.