1001 notes FestivalJuly 16 to 20

1001 notes Festival

1001 Notes offers a new approach to classical music. Combined with other styles such as country, electro or metal, it proves to be a unifying force for different audiences, freeing itself from the clichés from which it often suffers. From July 16 to 20, surprise your ears with an innovative marriage of styles!

A must for classical music fans, but not only!

From July 16 to 20, 2024, the 1001 Notes Festival once again offers five days of festivities, musical discoveries and curiosities of all kinds. This year, different worlds meet on the main stage of the Patinoire Olympique de Limoges, but also outside.

Anastasia Kobekina’s baroque cello meets the gypsy violins of Tram des Balkans, Degiheugi’s symphonic electro, Esther Abrami’s classical pop covers, Alcest’s dark metal, Thibault Cauvin’s travelling guitar or Nicolas Horvath’s romantic piano… all against a backdrop of classical music, the very essence of 1001 Notes.

The program

In addition to the five-day festival, 1001 notes is just as many events throughout the year. Concerts, animations, instrumental workshops and exhibitions take place all over Limoges.

Find the musical genre that suits you best for one evening, or book the whole festival and let yourself be surprised by the combination of musical styles.

See agenda

Teaser Festival 1001 Notes 2024 : la programmation

The village

During the festival, the village is open to the public from 4pm onwards, with numerous foodtrucks featuring local produce, as well as free concerts and activities for children.

Catering

If you’d like to eat or have a drink in a friendly, musical atmosphere, the village will be open to you during Festival week from 4pm. It’s also an opportunity to meet some of the musicians.

CarNNage: a food-truck specializing in burgers, CarNNage offers creative cuisine based on fresh produce, enhanced by the talent of chef Anne Alassane.
Le Croustillant: famous for its fish and chips and duck burger, recently added to the menu, Le Croustillant focuses on local ingredients, and offers only homemade dishes.
Le Carré Noir, with its charming three-wheeler, serves delicious tacos and other specialties.
La Degustafette, with its roasted camembert, paninis (baker’s bread), homemade chips, gazpachos and caramelized fruit.

Free aperitif concerts

July 16, 8pm: Quatuor de Cors (From Wagner to Morricone)

Made up of the region’s finest horn players, this quartet comes together to offer you a unique concert. From Wagner to Morricone, these four virtuosos will take you on a journey through multiple, captivating soundscapes.

July 17, 8pm: Artuan de Lierrée (piano compositions)

Artuan de Lierrée, a classically trained pianist and multi-instrumentalist, creates music that fuses imagination and emotion. His work, at once impressionistic and contemporary, romantic and uncluttered, evokes the soundtrack of a film yet to be made. His mainly instrumental musical project aims to create a coherent atmosphere, drawing heavily on film and classical music.

July 18, 8pm: Orchestre de Guitares & Co

20 young guitarists take over the 1001 notes village.

from 11pm: DJ Cyprien Rose – Electro Classique :

The first 1001 Notes DJ set will be hosted by a local icon, DJ Cyprien Rose, well known to Limoges night owls. His set combines classical and electro music, transforming the village into a veritable dancefloor.

July 19, 7.30pm: Dj Healer Selecta – Classic & Chill out mix:

International DJ, Healer Selecta, has prepared a musical feast using rare vinyls from his legendary collection. This exclusive DJ set blends great music, vintage easy listening and orchestral pop, creating a unique, elegant and hushed analog ambience, sprinkled with subtle winks.

July 20, 8pm: Harmonie Municipale de Limoges (This is America)

The Harmonie Municipale de Limoges, an association founded in 1947, brings together students and musicians from a variety of backgrounds. For the festival, an all-apprentices ensemble presents a musical program dedicated to the United States.

from 11pm: Classic & Dance Mix by Healer Selecta: the grand finale:

To round off the 2024 edition of the 1001 Notes Festival, extend your evening after the Western Symphonic concert. If this last concert of the week gets you in the mood to dance, the dancefloor is yours. International DJ Healer Selecta has prepared an after-party with vinyl records, offering a feelgood atmosphere with international rhythms that get people dancing all over the world. “Where DJ Healer Selecta goes, a party is sure to follow” (Time Out London).