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Classical concerts in Paris

500 classical concerts in Paris, across 140 venues — 33 of them free and median entry price €29.70. Listings updated on .

The classical offer in Paris is among the densest in Europe, and it is the best represented repertoire in our catalogue. Upcoming dates cluster first around the dedicated halls — the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées, Salle Cortot, Salle Gaveau, the Auditorium de La Seine Musicale, Salle Pleyel and the Philharmonie de Paris — then around heritage venues and churches, which host a large share of recitals and chamber music.

Three formats coexist, and they are not chosen the same way. Recitals and chamber music, in rooms of a few hundred seats, where listening comes first and the ticket is often a single price. Symphonic programmes, in large halls, where the seat changes both the price and the experience considerably. And concerts in churches or conservatoires, frequently at low prices or free to attend. The programme, more than the performer’s name, tells you which of the three awaits.

Another difference from contemporary music: classical seasons are announced very early, sometimes a full year ahead. The calendar on this page therefore often shows months already filled, which makes planning well in advance straightforward. Each listing gives the hall, the start time, the lowest entry price recorded and a link to the official or partner ticket seller, where the seating category is chosen.

One further entry point: the “Free” page gathers the catalogue’s free-entry events, and classical music is particularly well represented there thanks to church and conservatoire concerts. It is the simplest way into the repertoire without committing a budget, and the programmes are often as demanding as anywhere else.

One more marker. Programmes here are named after works rather than tours, which makes the listing title less immediately readable than in other genres. Reading the description is worth the extra few seconds: it usually names the composer, the ensemble and the soloist, the three things that actually decide whether the evening is for you.

Frequently asked questions

What are the main classical concert halls in Paris?

In our upcoming listings: the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées, Salle Cortot, Salle Gaveau, the Auditorium de La Seine Musicale, Salle Pleyel and the Philharmonie de Paris.

Are there free classical concerts in Paris?

Yes, particularly in churches and conservatoires, where many concerts are free or very cheap. The listing says so when that is the case.

How far ahead should I book?

Classical seasons are announced very early, sometimes a year ahead: the calendar on this page often shows months already filled, which leaves plenty of time.

Do I need to choose my seat?

In large halls, yes: the seat changes both price and listening considerably. The price we show is the lowest recorded; the category is chosen on the official ticketing site.