Francis Cabrel Tribute Concert in Breil-sur-Roya: French Music Takes Centre Stage on Friday

BREIL-SUR-ROYA – An evening dedicated to the music of Francis Cabrel is set to take place in Breil-sur-Roya as August draws to a close. On Friday, August 28, 2026, the town in the Roya Valley will host a tribute concert dedicated to one of France’s best-known singer-songwriters, as part of the Les Reflets du Lac Festival.

The group “D’une Ombre à l’Autre” will take to the stage with a repertoire inspired by Francis Cabrel’s music, presenting their own interpretation of his songs through original arrangements and a distinctive musical approach.

The concert will begin at 9 p.m. under the chapiteau in Breil-sur-Roya, with the performance scheduled to finish at around 11 p.m. Admission is free.

An evening dedicated to Francis Cabrel’s music

The “Tribute to Cabrel” concert will take audiences into the musical world of the French artist through a selection of songs reinterpreted by “D’une Ombre à l’Autre”.

Rather than simply reproducing the original versions, the group brings its own musical sensibility to Cabrel’s repertoire, creating new arrangements while preserving the spirit of some of his best-known songs.

The evening will offer audiences the chance to rediscover familiar melodies while experiencing them through a fresh interpretation by the tribute band.

Les Reflets du Lac Festival brings live music to Breil-sur-Roya

The performance by “D’une Ombre à l’Autre” is part of the programme of the Les Reflets du Lac Festival, an event featuring cultural and musical activities in and around Breil-sur-Roya.

The August 28 concert adds another live music event to the summer programme, with the town’s chapiteau becoming a meeting place for fans of French chanson and singer-songwriter music.

It will also provide an opportunity to enjoy a summer evening in the distinctive setting of the Roya Valley, in the hinterland of the French Riviera.

Free concert in Breil-sur-Roya: all the details

The Francis Cabrel tribute concert will take place on:

📅 Friday, August 28, 2026
📍 Chapiteau, Breil-sur-Roya
🕘 Start: 9 p.m.
🎶 “Tribute to Cabrel” – D’une Ombre à l’Autre
🎟️ Free admission

For further information, visitors can contact the local tourist office at breil-tourisme@menton-riviera-merveilles.fr or by phone on 04 83 93 98 34.

A celebration of French music in the Roya Valley

With the concert by “D’une Ombre à l’Autre”, Breil-sur-Roya is preparing for an evening dedicated to the music of Francis Cabrel.

The event combines the repertoire of one of France’s most popular singer-songwriters with the intimate and welcoming atmosphere of the Les Reflets du Lac Festival.

Starting at 9 p.m. and with free admission, the concert offers an opportunity to enjoy live music and rediscover some of Francis Cabrel’s most popular songs through the arrangements and interpretation of “D’une Ombre à l’Autre”.