Violons de Prague in Concert in Menton on October 26, 2026: Classical Music at Saint Michael’s Basilica

Menton is preparing to welcome a special event dedicated to classical music. On Monday, October 26, 2026, from 4 pm to 5:20 pm, Saint Michael the Archangel Basilica will host a concert by the Violons de Prague, a Czech ensemble presenting a musical journey through some of the most celebrated works in the classical repertoire.

The evocative atmosphere of the basilica, one of the French Riviera town’s most iconic landmarks, will provide the setting for a performance combining instrumental virtuosity with the elegance of operatic singing. Ten musicians and a soprano will take the stage for a programme designed to showcase the diversity and richness of European classical music.

From Mozart to Dvořák: The Violons de Prague Programme

The concert will explore different musical periods and styles, featuring compositions by renowned composers such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Niccolò Paganini and Gabriel Fauré. The programme will also include works by Antonín Dvořák and Bedřich Smetana, two leading figures in Czech musical tradition whose compositions are particularly representative of the ensemble’s artistic identity.

The distinctive sounds of the Slavic musical tradition will blend with some of the best-known melodies in the classical repertoire, creating a programme designed to appeal both to classical music enthusiasts and to those wishing to discover this musical genre.

The soprano’s performance will add a vocal dimension to the concert, complementing the instrumental interpretations and enriching the listening experience. Meanwhile, the setting of Saint Michael the Archangel Basilica will provide a remarkable backdrop for an afternoon devoted to music and culture.

Violons de Prague in Menton: Tickets and Prices

Several ticket categories are available for the concert. Standard tickets cost between €30 and €37, while reduced tickets range from €21 to €27.

Reduced admission is available to people with reduced mobility, unemployed visitors, works council members and groups of at least five people. Valid supporting documentation must be presented at the entrance.

Special arrangements are also available for visitors with reduced mobility who purchase tickets online. To request a seat near the stage, with accommodation for a companion, please call +33 6 66 12 21 12.

Practical Information

The concert will take place on Monday, October 26, 2026, from 4 pm to 5:20 pm at Saint Michael the Archangel Basilica in Menton, on the French Riviera.

For further information, call +33 4 83 93 70 32. Tickets can be purchased online through the event’s dedicated booking link.

The concert offers an opportunity to experience classical music in one of Menton’s most distinctive settings, accompanied by compositions from some of the leading figures in the European musical tradition.