Under the baton of Philippe Nahon, the Ars Nova Ensemble has evolved into one of today's most ardent advocates for aesthetic pluralism in contemporary music creation. Made up of 26 highly talented musicians, the ensemble is committed to encouraging encounters and exchange among artists, and between artists and the public. Their goal is twofold: creation and transmission.   

By applying a daring policy regarding commissions, the Ars Nova Ensemble lays emphasis on close-knit and long-term collaboration with a wide spectrum of composers (G. Aperghis, L. Berio, B. Cavanna, P. Dusapin, L. Ferrari, S. Kassap, Z. Moultaka, A. Markeas…).
The ensemble boasts about 60 concerts per year, as well as opera productions and multidisciplinary shows, with performances in France and abroad in major national theaters and renowned festivals dedicated to the ever-growing contemporary repertoire. In addition, Ars Nova devises various activities around their performances. These activities are geared toward awareness and education, and aim to bring the public closer to today's music.