I remember my first and only experience with fête de la musique in France. While doing a summer abroad program in Lyon, my host parents encouraged me to take advantage of the longest day of the year to attend this summer street festival. At first they tried to get their 12 year old son to take me with his friends, but he was too embarrassed to take the “petite américaine” with him (!). So instead, I set off with a fellow student in my program into downtown Lyon. We sauntered around Place Bellecour, exploring its sidewalks and streets, where lone acts and groups alike performed all types of music, from Édith Piaf to Bob Marley, during this annual celebration of music and the summer solstice.
« La musique sera partout et le concert nulle part ! »

« Faites de la musique »

Celebrate with us!
Want to celebrate in Boston? The Community Music Center of Boston will host their annual Fête de la musique on Saturday, June 22 from 3-6 pm at several parks in the South End. Visit their website for details and make sure to visit the French Library at Freida Garcia Park during the festival!
Natalie Collet
Former Membership Manager
From the Midwest, Natalie is a Francophile at heart. Her interest in French started when studying ballet and the language and culture entranced her through her student years. She became involved with the - Alliance - in the suburbs of Chicago after she spent an unforgettable year teaching English in a French high school near Bordeaux. She is happy to join the team in Boston and work with the members to provide them with unique opportunities, quality programming, and a community through French!