Les Musicales de Bagatelle

Les Musicales de Bagatelle: A Green Haven for Chamber Music

Since 2008, the Fondation d'entreprise Banque Populaire has organized a unique chamber music festival each May: Les Musicales de Bagatelle. The festival takes place in the Orangerie du Parc de Bagatelle, a magnificent 18th-century building nestled in the heart of the Bois de Boulogne, in the 16th arrondissement of Paris. This romantic setting, surrounded by the famous rose gardens and landscaped gardens of Bagatelle, offers an unusually intimate musical experience.

The festival's primary mission is to highlight the young musicians who are laureates of the Fondation Banque Populaire, which has supported life projects in the field of music for decades. Les Musicales de Bagatelle provides these emerging artists with the opportunity to perform in exceptional professional conditions, alongside established musicians who share their experience and art.

Rodolphe Bruneau-Boulmier: Inspired Artistic Direction

The artistic direction of the festival is led by Rodolphe Bruneau-Boulmier, a renowned figure in the classical music world, recognized for his ability to design innovative and accessible programs. Under his leadership, Les Musicales de Bagatelle offers original concert formats that transcend the traditional codes of chamber music: themed concerts, cross-genre programs featuring young and established artists, exclusive premieres, and unique collaborations.

Each edition is conceived as a celebration of music, where the curiosity of the performers and the creativity of the artists foster a vibrant synergy between generations. The festival welcomes a diverse audience—discerning music lovers, families, and newcomers—in a spirit of conviviality and discovery.

A Festival That Spreads to the Regions

Since 2013, with the support of regional Banque Populaire banks, Les Musicales de Bagatelle has expanded to the regions, offering concerts in prestigious venues and remarkable heritage sites across France. This national tour allows the Foundation's laureates to reach a wider audience and bring high-quality chamber music to the entire country.

The Orangery of Bagatelle: An Exceptional Venue

The Orangery of Parc de Bagatelle, built in the 18th century to house the estate's orange trees, has been converted into an intimate concert hall with remarkable acoustics. Its small capacity—around 300 seats—ensures a rare proximity between artists and the audience, making each concert a privileged moment of sharing. Parc de Bagatelle itself, a classified remarkable garden, is an exceptional green setting that festival-goers can explore before and after the concerts.