Nouvelles Voix en Beaujolais

Nouvelles Voix en Beaujolais: Twenty Years of Musical Discoveries

Since 2005, the Nouvelles Voix en Beaujolais festival has established itself as one of the flagship events for musical discovery in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Supported by the Théâtre de Villefranche in partnership with the Communauté d'Agglomération Villefranche Beaujolais Saône, this festival has affirmed a strong, curious, and bold artistic identity over the years, deeply rooted in its territory.

A Traveling Festival in the Beaujolais Region

The originality of Nouvelles Voix en Beaujolais lies in its traveling format. For two weeks in October, concerts take place in ten venues spread across the entire agglomeration: wine châteaux, Romanesque churches, museums, and performance halls host up-and-coming artists. From Villefranche-sur-Saône to Blacé, from Theizé to Montmelas-Saint-Sorlin, from Gleizé to Jassans-Riottier and Tarare, the festival weaves a musical journey through the rolling landscapes of Beaujolais.

A Program Focused on Emerging Talent

By highlighting young artists from the contemporary music scene, the festival has revealed numerous talents over the years before they gained national recognition. The program blends French song, pop, folk, world music, and current music, with a particular focus on writing and creation. Each edition features about twenty artists for around twenty concerts, complemented by free afterworks in heritage sites, combining musical discovery with Beaujolais wine tasting.

Active Support for Creation

Beyond performance, Nouvelles Voix en Beaujolais supports artists in their professional development. The festival offers creation residencies at the Théâtre de Villefranche's studio, allowing musicians to work in professional conditions before performing on stage. Professional meetings and exchange sessions between artists, programmers, and the public enrich each edition.

Growing Influence

With approximately 2,500 festival-goers per edition, Nouvelles Voix en Beaujolais has built a loyal and passionate audience while attracting new spectators each year, drawn by the quality of the programming and the charm of the venues. The festival receives support from the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Region, the Rhône Department, and the DRAC, confirming its essential role in the cultural dynamism of Beaujolais.