Fête de la musique

As summer approaches, the OPRL shines a spotlight on the winner of the Classic Academy 2025, trumpeter Francisco José Santos Funina, recipient of the Orchestra Prize. A soloist with a radiant personality, he captivates audiences with his warm, powerful tone and his constant attentiveness to the orchestra. Having come to refine his skills at the Royal Conservatory of Liège under the guidance of Philippe Ranallo, the young laureate—highly praised by the Orchestra’s musicians—will take on Henri Tomasi’s Trumpet Concerto, a landmark work of the 20th century combining virtuosity, lyricism, and energy. With its communicative drive and joyful character, this piece perfectly embodies the spirit of the Fête de la Musique, a celebration of openness, youth, and shared enjoyment.

Symphonic

Young talents

With presentation