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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
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)
Audition for 2 tutti first violins
Description
The OPRL is holding an audition for 2 tutti first violin positions.
Practical information
When: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 11:00 AM (attendance required from 10.15 AM 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 Friday, June 19, 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
Audition for Associate Principal Bassoon, playing the Contrabassoon
Description
The OPRL is holding an audition for 1 Associate Principal Bassoon, playing the contrabassoon.
The competition is open to bassoons of the German system.
Practical information
When: Wednesday, July 01, 2026, at 10:00 AM (attendance required from 9:15 AM 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 Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the latest.
Remuneration
Monthly Salary: starting from 3,883.32 € gross.
Additional allowances: clothing allowance
Concerts
What the fake ?!
Liège, Salle Philharmonique
Pierre Solot and the OPRL invite you to discern true notes from false musical truths!
What the fake ?!
Liège, Salle Philharmonique
Pierre Solot and the OPRL invite you to discern true notes from false musical truths!
A FLUTE ON THE ROAD
Aix-en-Provence, Grand Théâtre de Provence
The OPRL and Lionel Bringuier go on the road in France in the company of flutist Emmanuel Pahud, in a Russian program featuring Khachaturian and Tchaikovsky.
A FLUTE ON THE ROAD
Montpellier, Corum
The OPRL and Lionel Bringuier go on the road in France in the company of flutist Emmanuel Pahud, in a Russian program featuring Khachaturian and Tchaikovsky.
TRANSFIGURED NIGHT
Liège, Salle Philharmonique
Schoenberg’s Transfigured Night, in its version for piano trio, is brought to life with illustrations by Audrey Gallez and a presentation by Guy Lemaire.
TCHAIKOVSKY’S PATHÉTIQUE
Liège, Salle Philharmonique
Lionel Bringuier immerses himself in Tchaikovsky’s Pathétique Symphony, which he will passionately discuss in a post-concert talk.