Notes d'Ecume

A Classical Music Festival Facing the Sea

Founded in 2009, the Notes d'Ecume festival was born from the passion of Pierre-Antoine Devic and the association Notes d'Ecume for classical music and jazz. Located in Leucate and Port-Leucate, in the Aude region, it offers a series of concerts every September in the heritage and cultural sites of the area: the Espace Henry de Monfreid, the church of Leucate, and Le Poulpe in Leucate Plage. The co-production between the association and the City of Leucate ensures strong local roots and accessibility for all.

From Lyrical to Jazz, an Eclectic Program

The Notes d'Ecume program is distinguished by its eclecticism and artistic quality. From Monteverdi to Michel Berger, from brass to strings, from intimate recitals to symphonic concerts, the festival explores all facets of scholarly and popular music. The repertoire ranges from opera and baroque music to contemporary creations, including jazz and chanson. Each edition is built around a thematic thread that gives coherence and depth to the programming.

Image and Music: A Singular Identity

One of the unique features of Notes d'Ecume is the importance given to visuals: video projections accompany some concerts on the screen of the Espace Henry de Monfreid, creating a dialogue between music and visual arts. This multidisciplinary dimension enriches the spectator's experience and gives the festival a unique identity in the regional music scene. Concerts mainly take place on weekends in September, with a New Year's concert in January that concludes the season.

Excellence and Mediterranean Conviviality

Notes d'Ecume cultivates a spirit of conviviality that is its hallmark: concerts are followed by moments of exchange between artists and the public, spectators are welcomed in a warm atmosphere, and prices remain accessible (free for under 18s). The festival contributes to the cultural radiance of Leucate, a seaside resort renowned for its water sports spots, by adding a leading musical and artistic dimension.