La Chanson du Pays de Gruyère gives four Christmas concerts, from 12 to 24 December 2026. The first takes place at the church in Riaz, in the canton of Fribourg.
The story
La Chanson du Pays de Gruyère is a mixed choir based in Riaz. Joseph Corpataux founded it in 1950 under the name “Les Oiselets”.
The choir took its current name in 1973, when its membership grew. Stève Bobillier has conducted it since 2018.
Its members come from more than twenty municipalities, mainly in the Gruyère. It is known for its repertoire of traditional songs.
Who organises it
La Chanson du Pays de Gruyère, a mixed choir from Riaz, organises the concerts.
What to find
Saturday 12 December, Christmas concert at the church in Riaz.
Sunday 13 December, Advent concert at Place Georges-Python, Fribourg.
Saturday 19 December, performance at the Christmas market in Avenches.
Thursday 24 December, “Chantée de Noël” (Christmas Singing) at Fribourg Cathedral.
Practical information
- Dates, Saturday 12 to Thursday 24 December 2026
- Times, 12 Dec., 8 pm to 10 pm in Riaz
- Times, 13 Dec., 1 pm to 3 pm in Fribourg
- Times, 19 Dec., 4 pm to 6 pm in Avenches
- Times, 24 Dec., 3 pm to 5 pm in Fribourg
- Venue, Église de Riaz, 1632 Riaz (first concert)
Links
- Official website, La Chanson du Pays de Gruyère
- Fribourg Région, Christmas concerts
- All events across French-speaking Switzerland, Genève Infos Agenda
Sources
- Fribourg Région, La Chanson du Pays de Gruyère Christmas concerts, accessed on 15 November 2026
- La Chanson du Pays de Gruyère, official website, accessed on 15 November 2026
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