Aquitaine is a region in the southwest of France, consisting of the départements of Dordogne, Gironde, Landes, Lot-et-Garonne and Pyrénées-Atlantiques. It has a rich musical tradition dating back to before the Middle Ages and extending into the 21st century. The region is known for an annual musical event which takes place in June; during this period, nearly every village and town has a celebration of music and dance. Bordeaux is home to the Bordeaux National Orchestra and the Bordeaux National Ballet Company, both of which contribute to the Grand Théâtre de Bordeaux. The Bordeaux National Orchestra is very well known, and as of 2004 is conducted by Hans Graf.