Mireille Mathieu: Reuniting with Turkish Audience
Mireille Mathieu is coming to Turkey to celebrate her 60th anniversary. Taking the stage at the Istanbul Volkswagen Arena on February 20, 2025 and at the Ankara Congresium on February 22, 2025, Mathieu is at the peak of her musical career. This great artist, who has sung more than 1200 songs in 11 languages worldwide, draws attention with both her vocals and stage performance.
60 Years of Music Career
Mireille Mathieu's musical career began in 1965. She was first discovered on a talent show called "Le Jeu de la Chance" broadcast on French television. From that day on, her career turned into a fairy tale. Thanks to her manager Johnny Stark, she had the chance to perform on the Olympia stage as the opening act for Sacha Distel and Dionne Warwick. She became known worldwide with her first song "Mon Credo". Mathieu took part in many international events in the first three months of her career and gained experience.
The Artist's Relationship with Türkiye
Mireille Mathieu expresses her love for Turkey at every opportunity. The artist, who stated that it has been 20 years since her last visit to Turkey, says, “I am looking forward to performing in Turkey with great excitement.” She states that she cannot forget the concert she gave for Galatasaray Club at Dolmabahçe Palace 20 years ago. She is excited to meet her Turkish audience again.
The French Chanson Tradition
Mathieu is considered one of the most important representatives of the French chanson tradition. Influenced by Edith Piaf, he sang many songs in her style. Works such as “L'hymne a l'amour”, “La vie en rose” and “Jezebel” are frequently featured on his stage. While performing these songs, he once again demonstrates his respect and love for Piaf.
International Honors
Mireille Mathieu has collaborated with many international artists throughout her career. She has enriched her musical career by working with names such as Paul Mauriat, Francis Lai, Ennio Morricone and Charles Aznavour. Thanks to these collaborations, she has contributed to the special place of French music in the international arena. “I love listening to all kinds of music,” says Mathieu, sharing her musical tastes.
Milestones of Your Career
Mathieu, who has had many special moments in his career, remembers his meetings with Pope John Paul II as one of his best memories. “His charisma, his incredible personality and his kindness were so impressive that it was impossible not to be impressed by this great man,” he says. The artist, who states that all the concerts on his last tour in Germany were sold out, emphasizes how this situation motivated him.
Concerts in Turkey and Future Plans
Her tour, which will start in Canada in 2024, will continue with concerts in Turkey. She plans to perform in Istanbul and Ankara, introducing the French song repertoire to the Turkish people. She will give special concerts to celebrate her 2025-year career at the Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg in March 60 and at the Olympia in Paris in the fall. She will then embark on a major tour in France, Switzerland and Belgium.
As a result
Mireille Mathieu is living days filled with the excitement of achieving success in her music career and meeting Turkish audiences again. The tour she is preparing to celebrate her 60th anniversary will further solidify her place in the music world. Turkish audiences will collect unforgettable memories with Mathieu's fascinating performances.
