A rich and varied programme to celebrate the first night of summer in a festive and convivial way.
From Corsican songs to international variety, jazz and gospel, there's something for everyone.
On Saturday 21 June, from 8pm to 11pm, Bonifacio will be vibrating to the rhythm of the Fête de la Musique! This not-to-be-missed event will transform the town into an open-air music scene, with concerts in the Citadel and on the Marine. Several squares, quays and alleyways will be given over to a variety of musical styles: from Corsican songs to French and international variety melodies, spellbinding jazz and gospel harmonies.
Join us for an evening where music unites and delights every heart!
See the full programme below.
Exceptionally at 7.30pm, the Core di Sole choir will be performing in the Halle de l'Arsenal, in the Upper Town.
Core di Sole is the parish choir created in 2023. It is made up of amateur singers from the various villages in the far south parish sector. The choir will be performing songs from the gospel repertoire, as well as French and international varieties.
Goodnight Moon" collective: under the Loggia of the church of Sainte-Marie-Majeure, in Haute-Ville.
The Goodnight Moon collective invites you to join them for a convivial evening of music in the exceptional setting of the Upper Town.
Three local groups will be combining their talents: Les Mots Bleus, Les Purple Train and Les Passengers.
Made up of amateur and semi-professional musicians, the collective includes Carole, François, Frédérique, Laurent, Nicolas, Samuel, Sylvie, Yvan... and many other music fans!
Pop, rock and infectious energy are the order of the day for a festive, joyful evening open to all.
Isaac Kemo & friends: on the Place d'Armes, in the Upper Town.
Originally from the Ivory Coast, Isaac Kemo is a passionate saxophonist who was introduced to music by his father at a very early age. He discovered the saxophone at the age of 8, and quickly made it his instrument of choice.
An inspired improviser, he fuses jazz, afro-jazz, soul and funk, influenced by masters such as John Coltrane, Fela Kuti and Manu Dibango. His warm, expressive playing is a force to be reckoned with on any stage.
Spotted in 2009 at the Jeux de la Francophonie, where he represented Côte d'Ivoire, he went on to win a silver medal at the Cen-Sad Games, launching his international career.
This is a concert not to be missed, with its spellbinding rhythms, infectious energy and virtuosity.
I Marinaghji" group: in Place Fondago, Upper Town.
A fixture on Bonifacia's summer scene, I Marinaghji take you on a sun-drenched musical journey, at the crossroads of Corsican, French and Italian cultures.
Driven by a festive and infectious energy, the group performs a warm repertoire mixing traditional Corsican songs, French variety and Italian songs.
An invitation to celebrate, share and discover the Mediterranean through music.
Bijou's Band: on the square in front of the church of Saint Erasme, on the Marine.
Let yourself be carried away by the spellbinding world of the blues with Bijou's Band, a group of five passionate musicians.
Inspired by such greats as Eric Clapton, Janis Joplin and B.B. King, they invite you to experience a vibrant and authentic moment, with intense guitar solos and soulful vocals.
A generous concert, full of emotion and groove, not to be missed!
Group "A Chjama": on the Quai Banda Del Ferro, on the Marine.
Hailing from the far south of Corsica, the three artists of the group A Chjama offer you a musical experience at the crossroads of tradition and modernity.
Their repertoire is a fine blend of sacred polyphony and traditional Corsican songs, as well as French and international variety.
Their name, A Chjama - "the call" - embodies their desire to pass on and bring to life the richness of Corsican culture, with passion and authenticity.
A singular vocal trio, between roots and openness to the world.
Groupe "OXY": on the Quai d'Honneur, on the Marine.
What makes Laurence on vocals, Jean-Mathieu on drums, Camille on bass and Michel on guitar truly unique is their varied repertoire that crosses musical and cultural boundaries. The group OXY is passionate about revisiting Corsican music, offering authentic interpretations of songs that sound like tributes to their island roots. They don't hesitate to move on to French and international variety, performing classics that make all generations sing and dance.
Other groups are still to come, so stay tuned...
From Corsican songs to international variety, jazz and gospel, there's something for everyone.
On Saturday 21 June, from 8pm to 11pm, Bonifacio will be vibrating to the rhythm of the Fête de la Musique! This not-to-be-missed event will transform the town into an open-air music scene, with concerts in the Citadel and on the Marine. Several squares, quays and alleyways will be given over to a variety of musical styles: from Corsican songs to French and international variety melodies, spellbinding jazz and gospel harmonies.
Join us for an evening where music unites and delights every heart!
See the full programme below.
Exceptionally at 7.30pm, the Core di Sole choir will be performing in the Halle de l'Arsenal, in the Upper Town.
Core di Sole is the parish choir created in 2023. It is made up of amateur singers from the various villages in the far south parish sector. The choir will be performing songs from the gospel repertoire, as well as French and international varieties.
Goodnight Moon" collective: under the Loggia of the church of Sainte-Marie-Majeure, in Haute-Ville.
The Goodnight Moon collective invites you to join them for a convivial evening of music in the exceptional setting of the Upper Town.
Three local groups will be combining their talents: Les Mots Bleus, Les Purple Train and Les Passengers.
Made up of amateur and semi-professional musicians, the collective includes Carole, François, Frédérique, Laurent, Nicolas, Samuel, Sylvie, Yvan... and many other music fans!
Pop, rock and infectious energy are the order of the day for a festive, joyful evening open to all.
Isaac Kemo & friends: on the Place d'Armes, in the Upper Town.
Originally from the Ivory Coast, Isaac Kemo is a passionate saxophonist who was introduced to music by his father at a very early age. He discovered the saxophone at the age of 8, and quickly made it his instrument of choice.
An inspired improviser, he fuses jazz, afro-jazz, soul and funk, influenced by masters such as John Coltrane, Fela Kuti and Manu Dibango. His warm, expressive playing is a force to be reckoned with on any stage.
Spotted in 2009 at the Jeux de la Francophonie, where he represented Côte d'Ivoire, he went on to win a silver medal at the Cen-Sad Games, launching his international career.
This is a concert not to be missed, with its spellbinding rhythms, infectious energy and virtuosity.
I Marinaghji" group: in Place Fondago, Upper Town.
A fixture on Bonifacia's summer scene, I Marinaghji take you on a sun-drenched musical journey, at the crossroads of Corsican, French and Italian cultures.
Driven by a festive and infectious energy, the group performs a warm repertoire mixing traditional Corsican songs, French variety and Italian songs.
An invitation to celebrate, share and discover the Mediterranean through music.
Bijou's Band: on the square in front of the church of Saint Erasme, on the Marine.
Let yourself be carried away by the spellbinding world of the blues with Bijou's Band, a group of five passionate musicians.
Inspired by such greats as Eric Clapton, Janis Joplin and B.B. King, they invite you to experience a vibrant and authentic moment, with intense guitar solos and soulful vocals.
A generous concert, full of emotion and groove, not to be missed!
Group "A Chjama": on the Quai Banda Del Ferro, on the Marine.
Hailing from the far south of Corsica, the three artists of the group A Chjama offer you a musical experience at the crossroads of tradition and modernity.
Their repertoire is a fine blend of sacred polyphony and traditional Corsican songs, as well as French and international variety.
Their name, A Chjama - "the call" - embodies their desire to pass on and bring to life the richness of Corsican culture, with passion and authenticity.
A singular vocal trio, between roots and openness to the world.
Groupe "OXY": on the Quai d'Honneur, on the Marine.
What makes Laurence on vocals, Jean-Mathieu on drums, Camille on bass and Michel on guitar truly unique is their varied repertoire that crosses musical and cultural boundaries. The group OXY is passionate about revisiting Corsican music, offering authentic interpretations of songs that sound like tributes to their island roots. They don't hesitate to move on to French and international variety, performing classics that make all generations sing and dance.
Other groups are still to come, so stay tuned...
