The must-see shows at the CLÀSSICAND festival in Andorra

Who said that classical music doesn't bring crowds together? Certainly not the principality of Andorra! Located on the border between France and Spain, one of the smallest countries in Europe reveals to us the lineup of its classical music festival: CLÀSSICAND. For its 2nd edition, from May 25 to June 9, 2024, the event has prepared for us a selection of European and international artists handpicked, under the artistic direction of Andorran Joan Anton Rechi. We're excited to share with you some of the names that caught our eye.

A classical music festival in Andorra

It is one of the biggest cultural events in Andorra: after a successful first edition in 2023, CLÀSSICAND is bacWith its always vibrant shows to showcase classical music and dance. While the lineup obviously promises a whole bunch of classical music concerts, the festival has decided not to stop there as a selection of performing arts will also be showcased: opera, dance, theater, poetry... Artists from all walks of life join the 2024 lineup for the delight of spectators, and even the young audience who will have their own show. 4 shows not to be missed at CLÀSSICAND: - Star Wars & TheJohn Williams' Film Score by Franz Schubert Philharmonic

Do you love opera? Well, you're in luck: on May 31st, the Consell Square - a iconic location in Andorra - will host a performance of one of Handel's most beautiful works, composed in 1707: Il Trionfo del Tempo e del Disinganno. Performed by Spanish countertenor Xavier Sabata, Spanish tenor Juan Sancho, British mezzo-soprano Helen Charlston and finally German sopranoKatharina Ruckgaber – accompanied by the baroque orchestra Vespres d'Arnad – the piece invites us to reflect on the world of fashion and appearances, in a society that has made image one of the most powerful weapons and elevated appearance to the level of religion.

The Triumph of Time and Disillusionment
Place du Consell
Carrer de la Vall, 11 - Andorra la Vella
Friday, May 31, 2024 at 8:30 pm
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Cocteau/Philip Glass Trilogy by Katia and Marielle Labèque

Two grand pianos, a chandelier, and a prodigious duo of sisters, this is the essence of a show that promises to be both intimate and vibrant. On the stage of the national auditorium of Andorra, Katia and Marielle Labèque perform suites for two pianos from three operas composed by Philip Glass, based on films by Jean Cocteau : Les enfants terribles, Orfeo and Beauty and the Beast. Originally from the United States, Philip Glass is a renowned composer known for his minimalist style that has made a major impact on the contemporary music scene.

Orpheus and Beauty and the Beast.

Cocteau/Philip Glass Trilogy by Katia and Marielle Labèque
Auditorium national d'Andorre
Av. Germans de Riba, s/n - Ordino
Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 8pm
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Want more? Also check out Spanish singer Pasión Vega in  Pasión Almodóvar, a unique recital featuring songs from the films of the famous director, as well as Benjamin Appl, the dance company   Stockholm 59º North and more.
The ONCA orchestra to close the festival in style with a show of music, light, and water in front of the popular fountains of the Rotonda in Andorra la Vella. Some good reasons to visit Andorra in summer: If you're going all the way to Andorra, you might as well take the opportunity to discover the most beautiful things the region has to offer! The good news is that there is no shortage of excursions in summer! With 3 natural parks and nearly 90% of the territory covered in forests, Andorra is a true paradise for nature lovers. You'll find charming villages nestled in the mountains, such as Pal with its charming old houses nestled at 1500m altitude, or the parish of Ordino, which has become a member of the World Network of Biosphere Reserves.UNESCO Mountain Biosphere Reserves in 2020.

After a good walk, we contemplate the magnificent view of one of the natural wonders that Andorra offers: glacial lakes. The Principality is home to more than 70 lakes and ponds of different sizes scattered throughout the territory. We recommend making a stop at the Roc del Quer viewpoint, which offers a breathtaking view of the Pyrenees mountains, before enjoying a good meal in a mountain restaurant to discover Andorran gastronomy in an incomparable setting.

For those who still want a bit of culture, several monuments and museums are waiting for you in Andorra. The country is highly influenced by Romanesque art, so you can find many churches in this style, such as the chapel of Sant Andreu or the chapel of Sant Bartomeu. And if there is one place not to be missed, it's the Casa de la Vall, the most symbolic monument of Andorra. Located in the historic center of Andorra la Vella, it is also one of the oldest parliaments in Europe.

CLÀSSICAND is here to offer you the best in Andorran culture and traditions. Explore, learn, and enjoy the wonders of this charming country!