This lovely event was launched in 1982 by the French Ministry for Culture, and now the Fête de la Musique is held throughout France and in more than hundred countries in Europe and all over the world. Today La Fête de la Musique is an annual music celebration in France which usually takes place on the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year, which was June 21st this year. This Fête is celebrated everywhere in France from neighborhoods in large cities, like Lyon, to the smallest villages. Wherever you may be in France on that magical day, you will be able to enjoy music. What kind of music? You name it! Something for every music taste and typically enjoyed outside, in neighborhoods, or in public spaces, etc. We have heard everything from the Orchestre National de Lyon playing a selection of John Williams movie themes to DJs performing in parks to American style rock and roll, etc. And, it’s all free!
We are fortunate to live
above the City Bar, a neighborhood restaurant and bar, and across the street
from its sibling, the City restaurant. Both are run by folks who greet us warmly
as “voisins” (neighbors). And, the sponsors of our local
The City Restaurant - this is where the band will set up. |
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The band! (Singer is standing just left of center.) |
The place started filling up with families, couples, and individuals – all having a good time and really enjoying the music.
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Not an empty seat to be found! |
Another beer and more fun music, and it was getting late. Patty and I started feeling the effects of our long walking tour of Lyon, so we agreed to call it a night and regroup the next morning for coffee pastries. I was able to continue to enjoy the music into the night right from my apartment. All I had to do was open my windows to continue to savor the energy, sounds, and fun.
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