Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene attended a gala concert on Friday 6th November at the Grimaldi Forum to mark the 60th anniversary of the Orchestre des Carabiniers du Prince.

Founded in 1966 under the guidance of Prince Rainier III and Princess Grace, the ensemble has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past six decades. What began as a modest fanfare, or clique, has evolved into a world-class orchestra led by Major Olivier Dréan.

Servants of the Palace, masters of the stage

While the musicians are soldiers first and foremost, carrying out daily operational duties in service of the Sovereign and the Princely Palace, their shared passion for music has taken them far beyond the Principality’s borders.

Today, the ensemble performs regularly on national and international stages, acting as cultural ambassadors for Monaco.

A fit tribute to six decades of heritage

Organised in aid of the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation, the anniversary evening concluded with warm congratulations from Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene. The Princely Couple expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the orchestra members for 60 years of steadfast dedication to the Principality, its cultural life, and its enduring traditions.

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Click on the gallery for more images of the event. Photos credit: Palais princier