The Festival is a major event in the music scene.

A musical event—but I never would have dared to imagine a production of this caliber.

Piano Nocturnes, in conjunction with the Samson François International Piano Competition, have, in just a few years, become a must-see event in the music world.

Their national reputation continues to grow, and we must pay tribute to Christine for her genius in discovering talents poised to break out on the international stage.

From now on, these events are complemented by the Musical Gatherings in the spring and fall, which have been a huge success.

Let's thank the city of Cagnes-sur-Mer, the Alpes-Maritimes department and the Sud region for their indispensable and generous support, as well as the many private donors. Without them, nothing would be possible.

But one thing is certain: Gastaldian imagination still has a few wonderful surprises…