Héros & Légendes

Experience the 79th season of the Lyon Symphony Orchestra in “Héros & Légendes”, a concert‑film journey that fuses myth, romance, fantasy and humor into an epic, moving program. In a world yearning for direction, the orchestra takes you on a voyage through a pantheon of heroes and heroines—those who shaped our collective imagination and who embody our dreams, struggles, and passions. The adventure begins with the bold brass of Paul Dukas’ *The Peri*, a mystical quest for the flower of immortality, followed by the radiant love evoked in Edvard Grieg’s “Solveig’s Song”. Tragic passion flares in Hector Berlioz’s *Fantastic Symphony*, and the mischievous charm of Mab shines in Georges Bizet’s *Bohemian Scenes*. Serene hope swirls in Sergei Prokofiev’s “Cinderella’s Fairy‑Tale Waltz”, while the unseen bonds of camaraderie are celebrated in Edward Elgar’s “Nimrod, Variations Enigma”. The film then leaps across the stars with John Williams’ *E.T.* soundtrack, followed by the epic rumble of *The War of the Worlds* and the jubilant triumph of *Jupiter*, 4th movement of Holst’s *The Planets*. The finale dazzles with the feline jazz swing of “Everybody Wants to Be a Cat” from *The Aristocats*, inviting the audience on a playful, swaying ride. A colourful, romantic, cosmic, and courageous 2025‑2026 season, “Héros & Légendes” stays true to the Lyon Symphony Orchestra’s DNA by celebrating heroes in all their forms for every listener. Join us for an unforgettable cinematic celebration of music, legend, and imagination.