Alexander Paley live in Paris

Experience Alexander Paley live on June 24th

Alexander Paley will perform a concert at Collège des Bernardins in Paris, France on June 24, 2026. Paley is a contemporary composer known for his distinctive musical language blending spectralism, minimalism, and influences from Eastern European folk music. His compositions often explore microtonal harmonies and extended instrumental techniques, creating immersive and richly textured soundscapes. He frequently works with acoustic instruments alongside electronic processing and spatialization techniques.

Collège des Bernardins is a historical monument in the Latin Quarter of Paris. Originally founded in the 13th century as a college for canons regular of Saint Victor, it served as a center for theological study and scholastic debate throughout the medieval period. Following the French Revolution, it underwent various uses including being converted into a prison during the Terror and later functioning as a school and government offices.

In the early 2000s, extensive renovations restored the building to its former glory. It now operates as a cultural center dedicated to fostering dialogue between faith, culture, and society; hosting concerts, exhibitions, lectures, and conferences within its remarkable Gothic architecture. The acoustics of its medieval chapel are particularly noted for their resonance and suitability for musical performances.