Musique en Ré
Classical music festival in the churches of Île de Ré
About Musique en Ré
An Island Classical Music Festival
For nearly 40 years, Musique en Ré has been the essential summer event for music lovers on the Île de Ré. The festival takes place from late July to early August and travels through all the island's villages, from Saint-Martin-de-Ré to Les Portes-en-Ré, including all the island's hamlets.
A Rich and Varied Program
The festival offers 13 concerts divided into three categories: 6 free outdoor concerts for an accessible approach to classical music, 5 symphonic concerts in the island's churches offering exceptional acoustics, and 5 chamber music concerts for moments of musical intimacy.
Musical Excellence
Musique en Ré welcomes great musicians, soloists, and conductors of international renown every year. The concerts in the Romanesque and Gothic churches of the Île de Ré create a unique atmosphere, blending architectural heritage and musical excellence. The festival makes classical music accessible to all audiences, with particular attention paid to young audiences.
Musique en Ré — edition 2026
The 39th edition of the Musique en Ré festival takes place from July 27 to August 7, 2026, in all the communes of Île de Ré. The program includes: 13 concerts, including 6 free open-air concerts, symphonic and chamber music concerts in the island's churches, a narrated symphonic concert for young audiences, and an open-air opera evening in Saint-Martin-de-Ré.
39th edition — from July 27 to August 7, 2026
For its 39th edition, Musique en Ré once again takes over the churches and village squares of Île de Ré, from Saint-Martin-de-Ré to Les Portes-en-Ré, passing through Loix, Sainte-Marie-de-Ré, Le Bois-Plage, and La Flotte. Thirteen concerts are offered, including six free open-air concerts, featuring the Musique en Ré Symphony Orchestra and guest soloists.
Headliners 2026
This edition brings together violinist Sarah Nemtanu, pianist Thomas Enhco, cellist and conductor Victor Julien-Laferrière, as well as conductors Pierre Dumoussaud and Jean-Claude Casadesus for the closing concert in the church of Saint-Martin-de-Ré.
Highlights
On the program: a Vivaldi evening in La Flotte, Offenbach's comic opera Le Docteur Miracle open-air in Saint-Martin, a narrated Carnival of the Animals by Saint-Saëns for young audiences, as well as chamber music programs featuring Mozart, Schubert, Beethoven, Brahms, Dvořák, and Ravel.
Programme Musique en Ré 2026
Tuesday, July 28 — Saint-Martin-de-Ré, 9:00 PM (free, open-air)
Dances — Brahms, Bartók, Dvořák. With Sarah Nemtanu, Ayako Tanaka, François Marat, Adelyia Chamrina, Kioumarz Kian, Léo Genet, Mao Hayakawa.
Wednesday, July 29 — Loix Church, 9:00 PM
Mozart, Schubert, Beethoven. 11 musicians, including Aurélienne Brauner (solo cello) and Ayako Tanaka.
Thursday, July 30 — Sainte-Marie-de-Ré, Salle des Paradis, 6:00 PM (young audience)
Saint-Saëns, The Carnival of the Animals. With Ayako Tanaka, Houcheng Kian, Adelyia Chamrina, Lydia Shelley, Léo Genet, Fanny Morel, Naoko Yoshimura, Maxime Maillot, Théo Fouchenneret, Rodolphe Menguy, and Benoit Marchand (narrator).
Thursday, July 30 — Sainte-Marie-de-Ré, Place de l'église, 9:00 PM (free, open-air)
From Paris to Rio — Sarah Nemtanu (violin), Matheus Donato (cavaquinho), Kevin Seddiki (guitar).
Friday, July 31 — Le Bois-Plage Church, 9:00 PM
Saint-Saëns, Poulenc, Ravel. 13 musicians, including Sarah Nemtanu and François Marat.
Saturday, August 1 — La Flotte Church, 9:00 PM
Vivaldi Evening. 8 musicians, including Sarah Nemtanu, Vladimir Nemtanu, and Joël Keller (harpsichord).
Sunday, August 2 — Loix, Place de l'église, 9:00 PM (free, open-air)
Mandolin and Cinema — Vincent Beer-Demander (mandolin), François Marat, Marie-Anne Ravel, Adeliya Chamrina, Kioumarz Kian, Daniel Rocheman.
Monday, August 3 — Le Bois-Plage Church, 9:00 PM
Mozart, Schoenberg. 7 musicians, including Sarah Nemtanu and Naoko Yoshimura (clarinet).
Tuesday, August 4 — Saint-Martin-de-Ré, Place de la République, 9:00 PM (free, open-air)
Offenbach, Le Docteur Miracle. Soloists: Sheva Tehoval (soprano), Héloïse Mas (mezzo-soprano), Käelig Boché (tenor), Florent Karrer (bass). Musique en Ré Symphony Orchestra, cond. Pierre Dumoussaud.
Wednesday, August 5 — Loix Church, 9:00 PM
Schubert, Beethoven, Dvořák. 9 musicians, including Victor Julien-Laferrière (cello).
Thursday, August 6 — La Flotte Church, 9:00 PM
Wagner, Saint-Saëns, Haydn. Sarah Nemtanu (violin) as soloist. Musique en Ré Symphony Orchestra, cond. Victor Julien-Laferrière.
Friday, August 7 — Les Portes-en-Ré, Place de la Liberté, 9:00 PM (free, open-air)
Off Swing invites Alexis Cardenas — gypsy journey, with violinist Alexis Cardenas.
Closing Concert — Saint-Martin-de-Ré Church, 9:00 PM
Rameau, Mozart (Piano Concerto No. 21), Schubert (Symphony No. 5). Thomas Enhco (piano). Musique en Ré Symphony Orchestra, cond. Jean-Claude Casadesus.
Highlights Musique en Ré 2026
- Open-air opening concert in Saint-Martin-de-Ré (free)
- Vivaldi evening in La Flotte church
- Offenbach's Le Docteur Miracle open-air, cond. Pierre Dumoussaud
- Closing concert with Thomas Enhco (piano) and Jean-Claude Casadesus
- 6 free open-air concerts across the island
Prices Musique en Ré 2026
Practical information — Musique en Ré
Practical Information
Locations
Various villages on the Île de Ré: Saint-Martin-de-Ré, Ars-en-Ré, La Flotte, Le Bois-Plage-en-Ré, Sainte-Marie-de-Ré, Rivedoux-Plage, La Couarde-sur-Mer, Les Portes-en-Ré, Saint-Clément-des-Baleines, Loix
Access
- Concerts in churches and public spaces in the villages
- Accessible by bike via cycle paths
- By car: parking in each village
- By bus: Île de Ré shuttles
Prices
- 6 free outdoor concerts
- Symphonic and chamber concerts: ticketing
- Festival pass available
- Reduced rates
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Where does it take place — Musique en Ré
Églises et espaces publics de l'Île de Ré
Villages de l'Île de Ré, 17410 Saint-Martin-de-Ré