Fête de la Musique in Soisy

The Montmorency Forest in Music for the Solstice

Soisy-sous-Montmorency, nestled on the edge of the regional forest of Montmorency, offers an exceptional natural setting every June 21st to celebrate the Fête de la Musique. The forest, the largest deciduous forest in Île-de-France with its three thousand hectares of oaks and chestnut trees, provides an incomparable natural soundscape for the summer solstice concerts. Municipal parks, squares, and village lanes transform for an evening into a vast open-air concert hall, accessible to all, free, and friendly.

Concerts in the Greenery

The Fête de la Musique of Soisy-sous-Montmorency takes advantage of its natural setting to offer concerts in green and shaded spaces. Municipal parks host acoustic ensembles whose melodies blend with the birdsong of the forest. The market square and the town hall surroundings host the main stages for electric bands and larger ensembles. Street musicians roam the forest paths and trails to offer impromptu concerts to evening strollers. This communion between music and nature is what gives the Fête de la Musique of Soisy a particularly soothing and poetic atmosphere.

An Inclusive Musical Program

The program for the Fête de la Musique of Soisy-sous-Montmorency is designed to be accessible to all tastes and ages. Families will find concerts of gentle music and musical activities for children. Jazz lovers will appreciate the quartets improvising outdoors. Rock fans will gather in front of the electric stages animated by local bands. Lovers of French chanson will enjoy intimate recitals. The music schools of Soisy and neighboring towns present their students in a supportive environment that rewards their year-long efforts. The musical diversity of the event reflects the cultural richness of the commune and its environment.

A Community Event

The Fête de la Musique of Soisy-sous-Montmorency is organized with the active participation of the commune's cultural and musical associations. Volunteers ensure the setup of stages, concert logistics, and public reception. Food and drink stands managed by local associations allow visitors to refresh themselves while supporting solidarity projects. The event often concludes with an informal jam session where musicians of all styles exchange instruments and improvise together, perfectly symbolizing the spirit of freedom and sharing of the Fête de la Musique.

Practical Information

Date: June 21st each year.

By car: Soisy-sous-Montmorency is accessible from Paris via the D909. Parking available in the town center.

By public transport: Bus from Montmorency station (Transilien line H).

Free admission for all concerts.