Les Concerts de Vollore
Classical, jazz and world music in the heart of Livradois-Forez
About Concerts de Vollore
Les Concerts de Vollore: The Dean of Puy-de-Dôme Festivals
Founded in 1978, Les Concerts de Vollore is the oldest festival in Puy-de-Dôme. For nearly five decades, it has enlivened the Livradois-Forez region every summer with a demanding and eclectic musical program, blending classical music, jazz, and world music.
Passionate Artistic Direction
Under the artistic direction of Bruno Chanel, the festival has evolved while retaining its identity: offering high-quality concerts in remarkable heritage locations. Each year, the association invites renowned international artists and promising young talents, offering the public a summer season rich with about 15 concerts.
A Traveling Festival in the Heart of Heritage
One of the unique aspects of Les Concerts de Vollore is its traveling nature. The concerts take place in 13 municipalities within the Thiers Dore et Montagne Community of Communes, occupying historic sites:
- Romanesque and Gothic churches with remarkable acoustics
- Château de Vollore, former fief of the La Fayette family
- Chapels and heritage halls of the territory
An Eclectic Program
The festival offers a broad musical panorama, from the classical repertoire to contemporary creations, including jazz and world music. The ensembles invited range from solo recitals to large symphony orchestras, allowing the discovery of the richness of live music.
L'Autre Saison
For several years, Les Concerts de Vollore has extended its activities beyond the summer with « L'Autre Saison », a series of major symphony, jazz, and world music concerts programmed throughout the calendar year, particularly at the Saint-Genès church in Thiers.
Strong Territorial Roots
Les Concerts de Vollore has become a preferred destination for music lovers every summer. The festival contributes to the cultural influence of the region and the enhancement of the architectural and natural heritage of Livradois-Forez, also offering "concert + meal" packages in partnership with local restaurateurs.
Concerts de Vollore — edition 2026
The 49th edition of the Concerts de Vollore will take place from July 4 to 26, 2026, featuring about fifteen classical, jazz, baroque, and world music concerts spread across 15 heritage sites in Livradois-Forez (churches, castles, halls). Over 75 artists, both international and young talents, are invited under the artistic direction of Bruno Chanel.
49th Edition - From July 4 to 26, 2026
The Concerts de Vollore return for their 49th summer season from July 4 to 26, 2026. Fifteen concerts will take over the churches, castles, and heritage sites of the Thiers Dore et Montagne territory, hosting over 75 artists in a repertoire blending classical, baroque, jazz, and world music.
Among the highlights of this edition: the piano recital by Jean-Philippe Collard, the Quatuor Voce performing Beethoven, the tango program Piazzolla by the Acento Quintet, the voice of Isabelle Georges, and the ensemble Canticum Novum for the closing concert at the Saint-Genès church in Thiers.
Programme Concerts de Vollore 2026
Saturday, July 4, 2026
- 8:30 PM — Andalucia Mistica (Jeune Chœur d'Auvergne & Ensemble Ariès) · Église de Saint-Rémy-sur-Durolle — opening concert
Sunday, July 5, 2026
- 6:00 PM — Loco Cello (François Salque, Samuel Strouk, Jérémie Arranger) · Église de Saint-Victor-Montvianeix — between classical music and jazz
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
- 8:30 PM — Ensemble Theodora · Église de Palladuc — baroque evening blending scholarly works and popular dance tunes
Thursday, July 9, 2026
- Piano and accordion duo · Église de Viscomtat — rediscovery of the repertoire
Saturday, July 11, 2026
- 8:30 PM — Oh La La! Isabelle Georges · Espace Jean Couzon, Courpière — vocal recital
Sunday, July 12, 2026
- 6:00 PM — Slavarmenia · Église de Sainte-Agathe — Slavic and Armenian music
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
- 5:00 PM — Acento Quintet · Église de Vollore-Ville — tribute to Piazzolla and tango nuevo
- 8:30 PM — Duo Con Fuoco & Friends · Château de Vollore — Mozart and Brahms
Thursday, July 16, 2026
- 8:30 PM — Quatuor Voce · Église d'Arconsat — Beethoven
Saturday, July 18, 2026
- 8:30 PM — Jean-Philippe Collard · Église de Sermentizon — piano recital
Sunday, July 19, 2026
- 6:00 PM — Ensemble of two violas · Église de Noirétable — great repertoire for viola
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
- 8:30 PM — Trio Pascal · Église de Vollore-Montagne — traditional music as a source of inspiration
Thursday, July 23, 2026
- 8:30 PM — Djamal B · Salle Fernand Bernard, Chabreloche — gypsy jazz, guitar and voice
Saturday, July 25, 2026
- 8:30 PM — Ensemble of three great French artists · Église de Celles-sur-Durolle
Sunday, July 26, 2026
- 6:00 PM — Canticum Novum · Église Saint-Genès, Thiers — program "the three cultures" of Spain, on the theme of peace — closing concert
Highlights Concerts de Vollore 2026
- 49th edition: 15 concerts in 15 heritage sites in Livradois-Forez
- Over 75 invited artists, from classical to jazz, including baroque and world music
- Piano recital by Jean-Philippe Collard and Quatuor Voce (Beethoven)
- Closing concert by the Canticum Novum ensemble at the Saint-Genès church in Thiers
Prices Concerts de Vollore 2026
Practical information — Concerts de Vollore
Practical Information
Access
The concerts take place in 13 municipalities within the Thiers Dore et Montagne territory. The location varies depending on the concert. Consult the detailed program on the official website for the exact address of each concert.
By car: Vollore-Ville is accessible via the D906 from Thiers (approx. 20 min) and via the D7 from Clermont-Ferrand (approx. 1h).
Prices
- Numbered seats: full price €20, reduced price €15
- Unnumbered seats: full price €15, reduced price €10
- Free for under 18s
- Season tickets available from 3 concerts
Concert + Meal Package
"Concert + Meal" packages are offered by partner restaurateurs for €13 (main course + glass of wine). Reservation required.
Reservations
Thiers Tourist Office: 04 73 80 65 65
Courpière Tourist Office: 04 73 51 20 27
Website: www.concertsdevollore.fr
Contact
Email: [email protected]
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Where does it take place — Concerts de Vollore
Églises, châteaux et lieux patrimoniaux du Livradois-Forez
Vollore-Ville et communes du territoire, 63120 Vollore-Ville