Symfolia, an evocative name located between the shores of an orchestral symphony and that of a gentle creative madness. From a height of fifteen meters, this monumental work, designed by the American visual artist and dancer Rachel Marks, immediately captivates the eye. A gigantic tree, undoubtedly the largest in the world, opens its arms to us with its welcoming branches gracefully spread over eighty meters long and its intertwined roots well anchored in the ground.

Up close, more than two thousand recycled books, musical instruments and other scores bring this paper masterpiece to life. This musical tree linking sky and earth stands out as an ode to nature, its five rings – a nod to the Olympic rings and the five continents – gravitate like planets in a hypnotizing solar choreography. Here the paper becomes a tree again, celebrating life in a new universal song.

Did you know? This monumental work of art was created by the American visual artist and dancer, Rachel Marks, hosted in residence at the Philharmonie de Paris since October 2022. Initiated, supported and accompanied by the association Inspired by KM founded by Kylian Mbappé, the project aims to bring together sport and art in a highly symbolic installation.

Figures that will make you dizzy:
+ 15,000 hours of work
+ 1 million strips
+ 2,000 books recycled
602 days of creation