Festival of young piano talents in Cagnes-sur-Mer
Les Nocturnes du Piano is a festival dedicated to piano and young talents under 35, created in 2022 in Cagnes-sur-Mer. Held at the Hippodrome de la Côte d'Azur, the festival offers a series of recitals and is coupled with the "Samson François" International Piano Competition. Under the patronage of pianist Philippe Bianconi, the event offers an exceptional showcase for the rising stars of classical piano in a prestigious setting between the sea and mountains.
Created in 2022, the Les Nocturnes du Piano festival has quickly established itself as a must-attend event for classical music on the French Riviera. Its mission is clear: to introduce as many people as possible to the rising stars of the piano under 35, in an exceptional setting and an intimate atmosphere. From its very first edition, the festival has met with considerable success.
The festival takes place at the Hippodrome de la Côte d'Azur in Cagnes-sur-Mer, a unique venue offering an exceptional panorama between the sea and mountains. This singular location lends a rare poetic dimension to the recitals, where chamber music resonates under the Mediterranean sky. The careful acoustics and the proximity to the artists make each concert a privileged experience.
The festival is coupled with the "Samson François" International Piano Competition, named after the legendary French pianist born in Frankfurt but deeply connected to the French Riviera. This competition aims to identify and promote the most promising young pianists on the international scene, offering them exceptional visibility.
Throughout its editions, Les Nocturnes du Piano has hosted internationally renowned pianists and prodigies in the making. Among the notable performers are Philippe Bianconi (festival patron), Ryan Wang (17-year-old prodigy), Jean-Baptiste Doulcet, Marie Ange Nguci, Marcel Tadokoro, Rachel Breen, Nour Ayadi, Jodyline Gavallardin, Rodolphe Menguy, Ismaël Margain, and Dmytro Semykras.
In addition to the main recitals, the festival offers the Rendez-vous Musicaux de l'Hippodrome, free musical moments that allow the public to discover other facets of piano and chamber music in a relaxed atmosphere. These events contribute to the democratization of classical music for a large and diverse audience.
5th edition of Les Nocturnes du Piano at the Hippodrome de la Côte d'Azur. Recitals by young talents and the Samson François Competition. Program to be announced.
The festival takes place at the Hippodrome de la Côte d'Azur, 2 boulevard Kennedy, 06800 Cagnes-sur-Mer.
Online ticketing on the official festival website. Prices communicated for each recital. Rendez-vous Musicaux de l'Hippodrome are free.
Phone: 06 11 52 23 77
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Hippodrome de la Côte d'Azur
2 Boulevard Kennedy, 06800 Cagnes-sur-Mer