Classical Buzz in Le Marais Paris

For all lovers of classical music, Le Marais district in Paris is the best place to go! A scene set far away from the opera houses; although in the centre of Paris, Le Marais district offers the best selection of unseen talent, ranging from local soloists to regional orchestras. Furthermore, for lovers of jazz, you will find the opportunity to listen to street performances almost every weekend. Le Marais really does have the best in raw talent when it comes to classical and jazz music.

For the classical section of the district, you can go along to almost every church in Le Marais, for only a few euros, or sometimes even for free, and sit in on one of the weekly concerts held on the weekends. These churches are usually small local parishes and are very welcoming to tourists and anyone wishing to visit. They’re very proud of what they do and are therefore extremely happy to show off their talent. These Churches boast some amazing architecture and are therefore worth a visit even if the music is not to your taste; coble stoned courtyards and beautifully carved statues all await. During these events you can be lucky enough to hear the masterpieces of Marc Antoine Charpentier, Mozart, Chopin, Rameau, Lully and the musician of King Sun Louis XIV; who were all at one time, residents of this area. You can also attend some of the more formal concerts held in the many opera houses, not too far from Le Marais. There are thee main opera houses in Paris and are well worth a visit. Whether or not you are a true lover of opera, a visit to one of the open air performances is essential; the atmosphere is unforgettable. However, be aware that you will need to book your tickets well in advance as they do sell out months before hand. Alternatively, you can purchase ‘on the day tickets’ at quite a low price, but this does involve queuing quite early in the morning and for a few hours.

Jazz street performances are quite a regular event in Le Marais; on most weekends the performers hit the streets for no other reason than to have fun and to entertain. You’ll be able to hear some real classics from Louis Armstrong to Dina Washington. Locals throw coins out of their windows in praise of the artistes and the streets fill up with appreciation. Walking down Rue Charlot and Rue de Bretagne you can see the various performers and even take a seat on the pavement or in one of the café terraces; make sure to tip the musicians if you like what you hear. Paris is renowned for its culture and the Marais district is no exception. You should really consider booking your Paris accommodation in this area; the best way to experience the real Le Marais area is to rent a Paris apartment as they give you a true feeling of Parisian life. Paris hotels are best reserved for the very centre and are a more luxurious option.