Halloween Concert by the Wind and Percussion Orchestra
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The Halloween concert by the Wind and Percussion Orchestra of the Conservatoire régional du Grand Nancy, conducted by Maxime Tortelier, brings Halloween's mischievous spirits back to life in November. Pride of place goes to Danny Elfman, composer of Beetlejuice and The Nightmare Before Christmas, alongside Vic Mizzy's Addams Family theme, Paul Dukas's The Sorcerer's Apprentice, Erika Svanoe's Mary Shelley meets Frankenstein and Luc Michel's Waltz of Count Dracula. A programme that sets cult film scores in dialogue with pieces for wind orchestra. A festive, spine-tingling evening for young and old.
A gallery of macabre portraits
The Wind and Percussion Orchestra brings back to life the mischievous spirits that haunt our nights. In this gallery of macabre portraits, pride of place goes to Danny Elfman, composer of many fantasy film scores: Beetlejuice and The Nightmare Before Christmas sit alongside Vic Mizzy's Addams Family overture, Paul Dukas's Sorcerer's Apprentice, Erika Svanoe's Mary Shelley Meets Frankenstein and Luc Michel's Count Dracula's Waltz. A programme that sets cult film scores in dialogue with pieces for wind orchestra.
Dancing with Frankenstein and Dracula
The concert holds a few delightful winks: a curious kinship emerges between the Addams Family and the sorcerer's apprentice, and the audience is invited to tango with Frankenstein or waltz with Dracula. Under Maxime Tortelier's baton, the orchestra delivers an evening that is both playful and spine-tingling, where familiar film themes resurface with pleasure. It's also a chance to hear a wind ensemble — woodwinds, brass and percussion — in a spectacular repertoire, tailor-made for the Halloween mood.
The Grand Nancy regional conservatory
The concert takes place at the Conservatoire régional du Grand Nancy, on rue Michel Ney, a school for music, dance and theatre housed since the late 1980s in the buildings of the former tobacco factory. Its auditorium regularly hosts concerts and gatherings throughout the year. Attending this kind of programme means discovering the work of the orchestras trained at the conservatory, in a quality setting: a lively event, often gently priced, ideal for a family cultural outing during a stay in Nancy.
A family outing for Halloween
Scheduled in November, in the spirit of Halloween, this concert is perfect for introducing children to symphonic music through themes they know from the movies. The costumed, playful atmosphere puts everyone in a good mood, without frightening the youngest. The conservatory is reachable by public transport and on foot from the centre. We don't list times or prices here: this information, along with online booking details, is available from the conservatory. A friendly, affordable moment not to be missed.
Practical information
Address: 1-3 Rue Michel Ney, Conservatoire régional du Grand Nancy, 54000 Nancy
Frequently asked questions
What kind of music is played?
Fantasy film scores and Halloween-themed pieces (Danny Elfman, the Addams Family, The Sorcerer's Apprentice, Dracula), performed by the Conservatory's wind and percussion orchestra.
Is the concert suitable for children?
Yes, the atmosphere is playful and festive, without being frightening. It's a lovely way to introduce children to the orchestra through film themes.
Where and when is the concert?
At the Conservatoire régional du Grand Nancy, 1-3 rue Michel Ney, in November. The exact time is on the conservatory's information.
How do I book?
Booking is done online. The details and prices are given in the conservatory's practical information.
