The Orchestre Métropolitain's beloved annual outdoor concert returns to the foot of Mount Royal on August 5, 2026, this year marking the 150th anniversary of Parc du Mont-Royal. The event runs from 17:00 to 21:30 and is presented by CN in collaboration with Le Groupe Maurice.
The evening begins at 17:00 with a Symphonic Picnic on the Le Groupe Maurice stage, featuring a variety of musical performances, a BAnQ listening lounge with archival sound and visual recordings, heritage and historical mediation with Héritage Montréal, as well as kiosks and animation activities.
At 19:30, the main concert begins on the principal stage under the baton of conductor Yannick Nézet-Séguin. The programme celebrates the emblematic park and includes a world premiere by composer Ana Sokolović, a collaboration with singer-songwriter Elisapie, and a performance by Les Petits Chanteurs du Mont-Royal.
A scenic design inspired by the park's natural richness will be complemented by archival video projections, enriching the audience's experience. Cultural mediation activities are offered in partnership with BAnQ and Héritage Montréal.
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Orchestre Métropolitain
Orchestre Métropolitain ni orkestra ya muziki ya Montreal inayoongozwa na Mkurugenzi wa Muziki Yannick Nézet-Séguin, inajulikana kwa kurekodi kwao kwa kuchezwa vizuri vya repertoire ya Kifaransa na Kirusi. Kazi zao zinazoonekana ni pamoja na kurekodi kuchezwa vizuri kwa Berlioz's *Symphonie Fantastique* na symphonies za Tchaikovsky, ambazo zimepokea kusifwa kwa kimataifa.
Yannick Nézet-Séguin
Yannick Nézet-Séguin ni mpiga muziki maarufu kutoka Canada anayejulikana kwa kazi yake katika muziki wa classical na opera, akitumikia kama Music Director wa Metropolitan Opera na Philadelphia Orchestra. Rekodi zake zinazojulikana ni pamoja na mzunguko maarufu wa Beethoven symphonies na Chamber Orchestra of Europe na uzalishaji wa opera unaosimuliwa kama vile Verdi's *La Traviata*.
Elisapie
Elisapie is an Inuk singer-songwriter from Salluit, Quebec, known for blending her Indigenous heritage with indie pop and folk music. Her notable works include the album 'The Ballad of the Runaway Girl' (2018) and 'Inuktitut' (2023), the latter featuring rock covers sung entirely in Inuktitut.
Les Petits Chanteurs du Mont-Royal
Les Petits Chanteurs du Mont-Royal is a renowned Montreal boys choir founded in 1956, known for their choral recordings of sacred and traditional music including notable works such as 'Minuit Chrétiens' and various Christmas albums.
Ana Sokolović
Ana Sokolović ni mtunzi wa muziki wa Serbia-Canada anayejulikana kwa kazi zake za sauti na kambi zinazoonesha upekee, ikiwemo opera 'Svadba' (Wedding) na kitabu cha sauti 'Nightsongs.' Muziki wake unachanganya ushawishi wa muziki wa jadi wa Balkani na mbinu za sasa za muziki wa kitamaduni.
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