Les Orchestrades Universelles
Musical meeting of young orchestras from around the world
About Orchestrades
An international musical meeting
Created in 1984 on the initiative of Simone du Breuil, president of SOJE (Symphony of European Youth Orchestras), Les Orchestrades Universelles has become a major musical event in Europe. Every August, Brive-la-Gaillarde hosts several hundred young musicians from around the world.
Guinness Book Record
In 1993, the Orchestrades brought together over 1,100 musicians and singers, earning them a place in the Guinness Book of Records in the "classical music event" category.
All musical styles
The Orchestrades welcome all musical styles: classical, contemporary, traditional, sacred, rock, ethnic, jazz, and electronic. All concerts are free, and some take place in various locations across the Brive region.
Exceptional grand finale
At the end of the festival, the young musicians gather into a giant orchestra for a concert at the Espace des Trois Provinces, which attracts over 3,000 spectators each year. For this unique occasion, a contemporary creation commissioned by the State is performed.
Orchestrades — edition 2026
For the 2026 edition, Les Orchestrades Universelles will continue to host hundreds of young musicians from around the world for a week of free concerts throughout the city, with the traditional final concert bringing together a giant orchestra at the Espace des Trois Provinces.
Highlights Orchestrades 2026
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Practical information — Orchestrades
Practical information
Period: August
Location: Various venues in Brive-la-Gaillarde and surrounding areas
Final concert: Espace des Trois Provinces
Price: All concerts are free
Contact: +33 5 55 92 39 39
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Where does it take place — Orchestrades
Espace des Trois Provinces
Espace des Trois Provinces, 19100 Brive-la-Gaillarde