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
Concerts
Fête de la Musique: Classic Academy 2025
Liège, Salle Philharmonique
The eighth edition of the Classic Academy will give three candidates the opportunity to perform a concerto of their choice with the OPRL.
Flâneries musicales
Reims, Basilique Saint-Remi
The OPRL travels to Reims with Pierre Bleuse and Florian Noack to participate in the Flâneries Musicales, a festival founded in 1990, renowned for its rich and eclectic programming.
Juillet Musical
Saint-Hubert, Basilique
On the occasion of the opening of the Royal Juillet Musical de Saint-Hubert, the OPRL is taking with it César Franck's unholy horseman and Dvořák's masterpiece.
Discovery Day 2025
Liège, Salle Philharmonique
The OPRL opens its doors for a day filled with music, interactive discoveries, and tasty treats. Not to be missed !
La valse
Liège, Salle Philharmonique
Lionel Bringuier opens his tenure with the OPRL with a captivating programme of French music. To make the occasion truly special, he is joined by French cello star Gautier Capuçon.
La valse
Liège, Salle Philharmonique
A short concert built around two masterpieces of the classical repertoire, followed on stage by a warm dialogue with Lionel Bringuier and Gautier Capuçon.
Lukas Sternath
Liège, Salle Philharmonique
Lukas Sternath, a rising star of the piano, performs Schubert, Liszt and Prokofiev in a recital of rare intensity and depth."
From the fjords to the Alps
Liège, Foyer Eugène Ysaÿe (Salle Philharmonique)
Grieg’s Quartet No. 1 and Puccini’s Crisantemi take centre stage in a delightful musical interlude with musicians from the OPRL