Basic pages
Discography
From the 1970s onwards, the OPRL developed a very rich discography, eclectic in style and period, with a strong emphasis on Belgian composers
Biography
Orchestre Philharmonique Royal de Liège
Executive Director: Aline Sam-Giao
Music Director: Gergely Madaras
Vacancies at the OPRL
Want to join our Orchestra ? The Liège Royal Philharmonic Orchestra is regularly looking for new musicians.
History of OPRL
Explore the major stages in the history of the Orchestre Philharmonique de Liège, founded in 1960, through the work of its directors.
OPRL live!
Discover our Youtube video channel, which includes : live recordings, documentaries, interviews, playlists …
Articles
Lionel Bringuier appointed Music Director of the Liège Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (OPRL) from 1 September 2025
The brilliant French conductor has been appointed for a period of four years, succeeding Gergely Madaras, who will complete his second term at the end of the 24-25 season.
Aline Sam-Giao appointed General Manager of the OPRL from 1 September 2023.
The board of the Orchestre Philharmonique Royal de Liège decided, on Thursday 4 May 2023, to appoint Aline Sam-Giao as General Manager of the OPRL
Offre emplois
Assistant Conductor competition for the 26-27 season
Apply by midnight on Friday 27 March 2026 at the latest.
Audition on Monday 4 May 2026, 9.30 am, at the Salle Philharmonique de Liège (artists’ entrance: 14, rue Forgeur, 4000 Liège – Belgium).
You must be under 35 years of age on 4 May 2026.
You must provide:
- The registration form, properly filled in;
- Proof of identity;
- A Curriculum Vitae;
- A motivation letter in French or English;
- Two videos of the candidate conducting live:
- The total duration of the two videos must not exceed 10 minutes (delete the parts with applause, your entrance, the tuning of the orchestra, bows, etc.);
- The camera angle in the
Audition for 2 Violas Tutti
Description
The OPRL is holding an audition for 2 Violas Tutti.
Practical information
When: Monday, June 29, 2026 at 11:00 (attendance required from 10.15 for the draw)
Where : Salle Philharmonique de Liège (entrance 14, rue Forgeur - 4000 LIÈGE)
How : Complete your application form online or send it by e-mail to concours@oprl.be before midnight on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at the latest.
Remuneration
- Monthly Salary : starting from 3,883.32 € gross.
- Additional allowances: clothing allowance, audiovisual fee, double holiday pay.
- Benefits: supplementary pension plan (80% covered by the employer)
Concerts
CARMEN, THE REBELLIOUS BIRD
Liège, Salle Philharmonique
Through love, jealousy, and passion, feel the power of Bizet’s Carmen, and share with the OPRL the incredible journey of this independent and liberated heroine.
CARMEN, THE REBELLIOUS BIRD
Bruxelles, Flagey
Through love, jealousy, and passion, feel the power of Bizet’s Carmen, and share with the OPRL the incredible journey of this independent and liberated heroine.
CARMEN, THE REBELLIOUS BIRD
Liège, Salle Philharmonique
Through love, jealousy, and passion, feel the power of Bizet’s Carmen, and share with the OPRL the incredible journey of this independent and liberated heroine.
OPRL+ Manga : Beethoven Wars
Liège, Salle Philharmonique
When the fantastical world of manga is brought to the big screen, accompanied by the humanistic and heroic music of Beethoven.
OPRL+ Manga : Beethoven Wars
Liège, Salle Philharmonique
When the fantastical world of manga is brought to the big screen, accompanied by the humanistic and heroic music of Beethoven.
Piotr Anderszewski
Liège, Salle Philharmonique
Pianist Piotr Anderszewski devotes himself entirely to Brahms’s final solo piano works — a true musical testament.
MOZART, PARISIAN SYMPHONY
Liège, Salle Philharmonique
On the occasion of its centenary, the prestigious Basel Chamber Orchestra makes its first stop in Liège with works by Mozart, Stravinsky, and a new creation by Svoboda.