Fêtes Musicales de l'Aubrac
Chamber music festival in the heart of the Aubrac plateau in Aveyron
About Fêtes Musicales de l'Aubrac
Chamber music in the heart of Aubrac
Since 2016, the Fêtes Musicales de l'Aubrac have brought together musicians and music lovers every August for a week of chamber music in an exceptional natural setting. Created by the Association Culturelle de l'Argence (ACLA), a non-profit association recognized for its cultural interest founded in 1998, the festival has established itself as a major artistic and cultural event in northern Aveyron.
Iconic venues for natural acoustics
The concerts take place in iconic and intimate venues on the Aubrac plateau, highlighting the natural acoustics of the heritage buildings: the churches of Saint-Chély-d'Aubrac, Brénac, Cassuéjouls, and Vines, the Domérie d'Aubrac, a former monastic hospital from the 12th century, and the Mels barn in Argences-en-Aubrac. These heritage sites offer a unique setting for chamber music, creating a rare intimacy between artists and the audience.
A demanding and generous program
Under the artistic direction of Anne Le Bozec and Alain Meunier, the program combines renowned artists and emerging talents in a repertoire ranging from baroque music to contemporary creations. Five to six chamber music concerts are offered during the week, complemented by the "Impromptus", spontaneous musical encounters that weave links between music and local culture, offering privileged moments of sharing.
Aubrac, an exceptional natural and cultural heritage
The festival celebrates the alliance of chamber music and Aveyronnais heritage. The Aubrac plateau, a classified Regional Natural Park, offers a magnificent natural setting of moors, meadows, and forests, which enriches the musical experience with a unique contemplative dimension. The event contributes to the cultural influence of this rural territory and attracts a loyal audience of music lovers.
Fêtes Musicales de l'Aubrac — edition 2026
The 11th edition of the Fêtes Musicales de l'Aubrac will be held from August 3 to 8, 2026, on the theme "Music in Motion". A week of chamber music performed in the emblematic churches, chapels, and barns of the Aubrac plateau, in northern Aveyron.
2026 Edition: 11th Season — "Music in Motion"
The 11th edition of the Fêtes Musicales de l'Aubrac takes place from August 3 to 8, 2026, centered around the theme "Music in Motion". True to its spirit, the festival offers a week of chamber music in heritage sites on the Aubrac plateau: village churches, chapels, and restored barns, which provide a unique acoustic and scenic setting for the concerts.
The 2026 program brings together renowned musicians — centered around pianist Anne Le Bozec, present at all concerts — and young talents, for six events held daily in a different commune of the Aveyron Aubrac (Vitrac, Orlhaguet, Saint-Amans-des-Côts, Curières, Saint-Chély-d'Aubrac, Lacalm).
Programme Fêtes Musicales de l'Aubrac 2026
Monday, August 3, 2026 — 18h30
Stories to Walk — Vitrac Church
- Anne Le Bozec, Clara Barbier-Serrano, Emeline Concé, Julien Dieudegard, Kévin Galy, Louis Rodde, Louise Desjardins
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 — 20h30
Dances and Words — Orlhaguet Church
- Anne Le Bozec, Clara Barbier-Serrano, Julien Dieudegard, Louis Rodde, Louise Desjardins
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 — 20h30
Fates of Solitude — Saint-Amans-des-Côts Church
- Alain Meunier, Anne Le Bozec, Emeline Concé
Thursday, August 6, 2026 — 11h30
Grains of Madness (concert followed by an aperitif) — Longueroque Barn (Curières)
- Anne Le Bozec, Clara Barbier-Serrano, Corentin Apparailly, Sharon Sultan, Violaine Despeyroux
Friday, August 7, 2026 — 18h30
The Tower Beware (double concert) — Bonnefon Barn (Saint-Chély-d'Aubrac)
- Anne Le Bozec, Cristo Cortés, Dani Barba, Sharon Sultan
Saturday, August 8, 2026 — 18h30
Potpourri — Lacalm Church
- Aurore Dassesse, Eckhard Rudolph, Emeline Concé, Guillaume Pierlot, Philippe Monferran, Sophie Guille des Buttes, Thomas Pesquet, Violaine Despeyroux
Prices Fêtes Musicales de l'Aubrac 2026
Practical information — Fêtes Musicales de l'Aubrac
Practical Information
Access
By car: Concerts take place in various villages on the Aubrac plateau (Argences-en-Aubrac, Saint-Chély-d'Aubrac, Aubrac). From Rodez (50 km), take the D920 towards Espalion then the D921 towards Laguiole. A vehicle is recommended.
Times
Concerts are generally held in the late afternoon or evening. Consult the detailed program on the official website.
Prices
Online ticketing via HelloAsso. Affordable prices.
Contact
Association Culturelle de l'Argence
Email: [email protected]
Website: fetes-musicales-aubrac.fr
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Where does it take place — Fêtes Musicales de l'Aubrac
Grange de Mels et églises du plateau de l'Aubrac
Mairie – Place des Tilleuls, Sainte-Geneviève-sur-Argence, 12420 Argences-en-Aubrac, 12420 Argences-en-Aubrac