Victor Julien‑Laferrière
Cello
France has a strong cello tradition, and Victor is next in line of virtuosos from this proud nation. An incredibly driven artist who knows how to carry the important heritage forward.
About the Artist
There are many ways to reach the top, and some journeys don't always make the most headlines. Those who experience these somewhat mysterious stars live, however, know well that prizes and competitions don't always tell the whole story.
In 2017, Victor won the Queen Elisabeth Competition in Brussels – one of the world's most prestigious music competitions – in the first year the cello was included. The following year he received the Victoire de la Musique, France's equivalent of the Grammy for classical music. So he has a CV to match.
What makes him a rare find is his enormous work capacity and artistic vision. He's not just a fantastic cellist but also a promising career as a conductor.
He impressed Norwegian audiences at the now-closed Rosendal Chamber Music Festival. Since his quality is confirmed, we're now bringing him to Risør.
Concerts
See the full program →Opening Concert
Artistic Director Tine Thing Helseth invites you to a spectacular opening featuring Haydn, Ravel, and others. Welcome to Risør Chamber Music Festival 2026!
Midsummer Party at Torvet
We’re inviting the whole town to Torvet on the most beautiful summer day of the year. Classical treats and good spirits, with food and drinks. Welcome!
Back to the Future
Beethoven's string quartet will finally be performed in Risør Church again. But the first part of the concert is crucial to understanding Beethoven's last great work.
The Pioneers
Haydn and Beethoven were trailblazers, but they weren't alone in being first with new ideas and approaches. Here we celebrate those who took the leap.
At Home with Bibiche & Arnfinn
The people of Risør open their homes so you can hear chamber music as it was meant to be: intimate, unfiltered, and wonderfully close.
Mahler & Schumann
Two married couples, but quite different marriages. Yet posterity should be grateful that these four people found time to write music amidst everything else.
