Les Siècles live in Paris

Experience Les Siècles live on October 1st

Les Siècles, founded by François-Xavier Roth, is an orchestra recognized for its historically informed performance practice, specializing in reviving and recontextualizing music from the 1890s to the 1950s. The ensemble focuses on understanding the original sound world intended by composers of this era, often researching and utilizing instruments and performance techniques contemporary to the music’s creation. Their repertoire frequently features works by composers like Debussy, Ravel, Stravinsky, and Mahler, presented with a commitment to philological accuracy alongside artistic expression.

The concert on October 1st, 2026 at the Théâtre des Champs-Elysées will take place within a venue steeped in Parisian cultural history. Opened in 1913, the Théâtre des Champs-Elysées was conceived as a modern space dedicated to opera and concerts, representing a departure from the more traditional grand opera houses of the time. Its Art Deco design and excellent acoustics quickly established it as a premier location for performances. The theatre played a significant role in pivotal moments of musical history, notably hosting the scandalous premiere of Stravinsky’s *The Rite of Spring* in 1913.