Classical and eclectic music festival in the Orne region
The Septembre Musical de l'Orne is a renowned music festival that has enlivened the Orne department every September for over forty years. Created in 1982, it offers an eclectic program combining classical, baroque, jazz, and world music, performed by internationally renowned artists. With around twenty concerts spread across remarkable heritage sites in the department, the festival offers a unique musical experience in an exceptional Norman setting.
Founded in 1982, the Septembre Musical de l'Orne has established itself as one of the most prestigious music festivals in Normandy. Every year in September, for nearly a month, about twenty concerts take place in the most beautiful heritage sites of the Orne department: churches, abbeys, castles, and concert halls become the settings for an exceptional musical program.
The festival is distinguished by the exceptional quality of its programming, welcoming internationally renowned artists. The 2025 edition notably featured countertenor Philippe Jaroussky, pianist Jean-François Zygel, and the legendary jazz organist Rhoda Scott. The program covers a wide repertoire, from baroque music to contemporary creations, including jazz, Corsican polyphony, and world music.
One of the unique features of Septembre Musical is its presence in remarkable heritage sites throughout the Orne department. Concerts are held in Romanesque churches, Gothic abbeys, castles, and historic halls, offering often exceptional acoustics and a unique architectural setting that enhances the musical experience.
Unlike many festivals concentrated in a single location, Septembre Musical reaches throughout the entire department, offering concerts in numerous towns. From Alençon to Sées, from Mortagne-au-Perche to Domfront, the festival invites music lovers to discover the rich heritage of Orne while enjoying high-quality concerts.
The Septembre Musical de l'Orne offers advantageous subscription packages, including the "Passion" card, which provides discounts for purchasing three or more different concerts. This pricing policy aims to make classical music and the performing arts accessible to the widest possible audience, in line with the festival's mission to democratize access to musical culture in rural areas.
Over the years, Septembre Musical de l'Orne has become a major cultural event attracting music lovers from all over Normandy and beyond. The festival contributes to the cultural influence of the department and actively participates in the region's artistic life, in collaboration with local cultural stakeholders and national musical institutions.
The 44th edition of Septembre Musical de l'Orne will be held in September 2026, offering a new season of concerts in the remarkable heritage sites of the department. The program will be announced in spring 2026.
By Car: Concerts take place in various towns in the Orne region. Alençon, the main town of the festival, is accessible via the A28 from Rouen or Le Mans, and via the N12 from Paris (2.5 hours). Free parking is available near the concert venues.
By Train: Alençon is served by the Paris-Granville line (Alençon SNCF station). TER regional trains also connect Alençon to the main cities of Normandy.
Tickets are available on the official website www.septembre-musical.com and at partner tourist offices. The "Passion" card offers a discount for purchasing 3 or more concerts.
Concerts generally start at 8:30 PM. It is advisable to arrive at least 30 minutes before the concert begins. As concert venues vary from one evening to another, consult the detailed program for precise addresses and access information.
Contact: Festival Septembre Musical de l'Orne – Website: www.septembre-musical.com
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