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Orchestre Philharmonique Royal de Liège
Executive Director: Aline Sam-Giao
Music Director: Gergely Madaras
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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)
Concerts
100% Rossini
Liège, Salle Philharmonique
Five string players from the OPRL come together to bring Rossini’s iconic themes to life — all presented by Pierre Solot.
Gershwin Piano Concerto
Liège, Salle Philharmonique
Star of the French piano, Hélène Grimaud shares with us her special connection with Gershwin and his jazzy concerto, while Lionel Bringuier makes the OPRL shine in works by Bartók and Salonen
Gershwin Piano Concerto
Liège, Salle Philharmonique
Star of the French piano, Hélène Grimaud shares with us her special connection with Gershwin and his jazzy concerto, while Lionel Bringuier makes the OPRL shine in works by Bartók and Salonen
Lecture-concert: When the Meuse Enchants the World
Liège, Salle Philharmonique
The musicians of the OPRL and Peter Petrov, joined by Philippe and Laurence Koch, invite you on a journey to the heart of the musical history of the Cité ardente. In the spotlight are iconic composers such as Grétry, Franck, and Ysaÿe, who spread the name of Liège far beyond its borders—sometimes even exerting a lasting influence on the musical life of other countries—as well as several lesser-known figures like Delage, Antoine, and Rogister, who nonetheless contributed significantly to the city’s musical excellence, particularly in the field of chamber music.
West Side Story
Liège, Salle Philharmonique
The OPRL and Lucie Leguay embark on a journey to the heart of 20th-century America with Bernstein, Copland, and Price.
The Golden Hour
Liège, Salle Philharmonique
The Ensemble Masques delves into the years of coexistence between the viola da gamba and the violin in France, at the crossroads between Louis XIV and Louis XV.
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.