Cercle Maestro
The Opéra Orchestre national Montpellier Occitanie is distinguished by its commitment to artistic andcultural excellence and to ensuring it is accessible to the broadest audience.
Since Valérie Chevalier became General Director in 2013, the Opéra Orchestre has consistently upheld this standard. With a remarkable spirit of openness, it has engaged new audiences and provided music lovers with exceptional experiences.
The 2024-2025 season of the Opéra Orchestre is set to be outstanding. Notably, it will see the arrival of the new Music Director, Roderick Cox, underscoring a commitment to excellence, innovation, and youth.
Our mission
The Opéra Orchestre national Montpellier Occitanie aims to bring music closer to the public through various initiatives. These include public performances of opera,orchestra, and chamber music as well as outreach activities and mucial events in nurseries, hospitals, care homes (EHPAD), and the entire amateur practice program, including Opéra Junior. Through these initiatives, the Opéra Orchestre strives to expand and diversify its audience while upholding the values of accessibility and excellence. By joining a dedicated group of patrons, you help make culture more accessible to those who are distant due to geographical, social, or health barriers, contributing to our mission : music belongs to everyone !
SUSTAINING OUR CULTURAL HERITAGE : THE OPÉRA ORCHESTRE’S FUNDRAISING CHALLENGE
Given the current economic landscape, cultural institutions need to diversify their funding sources.
To meet this goal, several fundraising initiatives are being launched. As proud residents of Montpellier, let’s celebrate the cultural wealth of our city and commit to ensuring the sustainability of the Opéra Orchestre.
With the arrival of Maestro Cox, Montpellier has chosen excellence, boldness and youth.
Roderick Cox, whose career is booming internationally, will be a tremendous asset in raising the profile of the institution and continuing his work to broaden the audiences. Together, we will take a new step forward in enriching the repertoire of our house. We hope you will join us in supporting this work with a contribution to the Cercle Maestro.
We look forward to sharing many seasons of music with you!
“ The Opéra Orchestre is your orchestra, your opera, and the music belongs to everyone ! ”
Roderick Cox – Music Director
YOUR BENEFITS
Depending on the amount of your donation, you can access specific benefits.
100 € and more
– 1 invitation to the exclusive preview presentation of the musical season
– 1 invitation to an orchestral rehearsal
– 1 invitation to a selected activity for the Cercle Maestro
400 € and more
– 2 invitations to the exclusive preview presentation of the musical season
– 2 invitations to an orchestral rehearsal
– 2 invitations to selected activities for the Cercle Maestro
– Priority ticketing service
750 € and more
– 2 invitations to the exclusive preview presentation of the musical season
– Priority ticketing service
– 2 invitations to a concert of your choice during the season
– Mention on the website Patron page and on accueil room
– Priority invitations to special events
– 2 invitations to orchestral rehearsals
– 2 Invitations to selected activities for the Cercle Maestro