Musiques d'à Côté

A music festival in the heart of the Ardèche prefecture

Musiques d'à Côté is a music festival that takes place at the Cloître des Récollets in Privas, the prefecture of Ardèche. This musical event, notably led by the Quatuor Debussy, a renowned chamber music ensemble from Lyon, offers concerts exploring the connections between classical music, film music, and contemporary creations.

Film music in the spotlight

One of the unique aspects of Musiques d'à Côté is its program dedicated to film music. The festival has notably paid tribute to the soundtracks of two cinema giants: Emir Kusturica and Quentin Tarantino, performed by the Quatuor Debussy in original arrangements. This approach allows for a rediscovery of the great scores of the seventh art through the lens of chamber music, offering a unique sonic experience to the audience.

The Cloître des Récollets, an exceptional heritage site

The Cloître des Récollets, a former 17th-century convent located in the heart of Privas, provides a remarkable architectural setting for the festival's concerts. Its vaulted galleries and inner courtyard offer natural acoustics and an atmosphere conducive to musical listening. This site, emblematic of Privas' heritage, regularly hosts cultural events and contributes to the city's artistic identity.

The Quatuor Debussy, a pillar of the festival

The Quatuor Debussy, founded in Lyon in 1990, is one of France's most acclaimed chamber music ensembles. Based in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, the string quartet actively works to make classical music accessible to a wider audience, notably through the creation of the Cordes en Ballade festival in Ardèche. Its involvement in Musiques d'à Côté demonstrates its commitment to music dissemination in rural areas and medium-sized towns.

A festival serving the territory

Musiques d'à Côté is part of a dynamic of cultural promotion for the Ardèche region. By offering quality concerts in the department's prefecture, the festival contributes to the cultural life of Privas and its surrounding communities. It participates in the artistic network of Ardèche, alongside other musical events that enrich the department throughout the year.