Paris 2024 Ceremonies Honored at Victoires de la Musique
The Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games ceremonies received the “Concert of the Year” award at the Victoires de la Musique. Artistic Director Thomas Jolly and Musical Director Victor Le Masne accepted the award, highlighting the vast musical diversity of France. The ceremonies were notable for their innovative locations and inclusive themes, and Le Masne also won a GRAMMY with Gojira and Marina Viotti.
On February 17, 2025, the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games were honored with the prestigious “Concert of the Year” award at the 40th Victoires de la Musique. This accolade celebrates artistic excellence and recognizes the grandeur of the ceremonies that showcased exceptional musical creativity.
Paris 2024’s Artistic Director, Thomas Jolly, and Musical Director, Victor Le Masne, accepted the award at La Seine Musicale in Paris. Le Masne, who composed the celebrated symphonic piece “Parade” for the Opening Ceremony, acknowledged the International Olympic Committee and the involvement of over 600 musicians. He remarked on the vastness of French musical diversity and its representation in the ceremonies.
Jolly emphasized the collaborative nature of the events, dedicating the award to the creative teams and global audiences. He stated, “This award for the Olympic and Paralympic ceremonies belongs to everyone who helped bring them to life, but also to those who experienced them – whether in the stands, on the river banks, or watching on their screens.”
The Paris 2024 ceremonies were acclaimed for their artistic innovation, with the River Seine hosting the first-ever Olympic Opening Ceremony outside a stadium. The Paralympic Closing Ceremony at Place de la Concorde further exemplified themes of inclusion and creativity that characterized the events.
In addition, Victor Le Masne also won a GRAMMY Award alongside the French metal band Gojira and opera singer Marina Viotti for their performance of “Mea Culpa (Ah! Ça ira!)” during the Opening Ceremony, showcasing the high caliber of talent involved in Paris 2024.
The recognition of the Paris 2024 ceremonies at the Victoires de la Musique underscores their artistic brilliance and the essential role of music in the Olympic and Paralympic Games. This honor celebrates the collective efforts of the creative teams, musicians, and audiences who contributed to the remarkable events, marking a significant milestone in artistic presentation within the realm of sports.
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