Michel Schmitt for his book on the Strasbourg festival center

Michel Schmitt, musician and music historian, is Gsuntheim’s guest for his book “Le Palais des Fêtes de Strasbourg” on Sunday December 2, 2024.

Born in Strasbourg, Michel Schmitt is a committed musician and passionate about the history of music.
He is the guest of the Gsuntheim show on Sunday December 2, 2024 to talk about the publication of his latest book “Le Palais des Fêtes de Strasbourg”.

Summary of the book:

Built during the German era, inaugurated in 1903 and acquired by the city of Strasbourg in 1921, the Palais des Fêtes (formerly Sängerhaus) is one of the jewels of the rich heritage of the European capital.
Located in the Neustadt, recognizable by its corner tower and its Jugendstil window mullions, this emblematic place has been the scene of celebrations shared by many generations.
Classified as a historic monument, dear to the heart of the Strasbourg population, it embodies the cultural excitement of the last century.
Since its commissioning, the Sängerhaus has become the epicenter of local cultural activity, punctuating the social life of the city.
Headquarters of the Strasbourg Choir since the beginning, residence of the Municipal Orchestra for more than seventy seasons, field of musical creation, meeting place for fans of dancing and entertainment, place of various and varied events, the Palace Festival has punctuated the artistic and cultural history of Strasbourg for decades.
Immerse yourself in the history of this legendary monument, discover the anecdotes, memorable events and personalities who shaped the soul of this unique place.
Relive the excitement and magic of this temple of culture which has forever marked the collective memory.

The Strasbourg Festival Palace, by Michel Schmitt published by Bastian éditions
Gsuntheim show by Christian Hahn: Sunday on France 3 Alsace from 10:19 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. and in replay.

Michel Schmitt, musician and music historian, is Gsuntheim’s guest for his book “Le Palais des Fêtes de Strasbourg” on Sunday, December 2nd, 2024.

Michel Schmitt, born in Strasbourg, is a committed musician and passionate about music history. He will be a guest on the Gsuntheim show on Sunday, December 2, 2024, to talk about his latest book “Le Palais des Fêtes de Strasbourg”.

The Strasbourg Festival Palace, by Michel Schmitt published by Bastian éditions
Gsuntheim show by Christian Hahn: Sunday on France 3 Alsace from 10:19 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. and in replay.

Summary of the book:

Built during the German era, inaugurated in 1903 and acquired by the city of Strasbourg in 1921, the Palais des Fêtes (formerly the Singers’ House) is one of the jewels of the European capital’s rich heritage.
This symbolic place in the new town, recognizable by its corner tower and its Art Nouveau window bars, has been the scene of communal celebrations for generations.
Classified as a historical monument, it is dear to the people of Strasbourg and embodies the cultural excitement of the last century. Since its inception, the Singers’ House has become the epicenter of local cultural activities and shapes the city’s social life.
From the beginning, home of the Strasbourg Choir, home of the city orchestra for more than seventy seasons, area of ​​musical creation, meeting place for dance and entertainment fans, place of diverse and varied events, the Palace Festival has set the artistic and cultural accent in Strasbourg’s history for decades.
Immerse yourself in the history of this legendary monument, discover anecdotes, unforgettable events and personalities that have shaped the soul of this unique place.
Relive the excitement and magic of this cultural temple that has forever marked the collective memory.

“Le Palais des fêtes de Strasbourg” by Michel Schmitt, published by Bastian éditions
Gsuntheim show by Christian Hahn: Sunday on France 3 Alsace from 10:19 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. and in the repeat.