17.05.2013
El Clásico
That’s what the Spanish call the duel between their two top clubs. A television programme was recently collecting similar terms for the finals clash between BVB and FCB in the Champions League. “Kraut-clash”, “Gerby” or “Germanico” were just a few possibilities thrown around. But perhaps “Clásico” is also fitting for the match on 25th May, because on this day the “Sacre” will be brought forward to 6.00pm for our music loving football fans.» more
28.01.2013
2014 Easter Festival Announced
The cat is out of the bag! Puccini’s opera “Manon Lescout” will take centre stage at the 2014 Easter Festival with the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra. Soloists of the festival concerts are Anne-Sophie Mutter, Sol Gabetta and Yefim Bronfman. A further highlight will be a concert version of Bach’s “St. John Passion” staged by director Peter Sellars and, in addition to Sir Simon Rattle, Zubin Mehta will also take to the podium as conductor.» more
24.12.2012
Berlin Philharmonic founds new Easter Festival in Baden-Baden from 2013
The Berlin Philharmonic will initiate an Easter Festival in the Festspielhaus Baden-Baden from 2013. Although the main focus will be on opera productions, concerts, chamber music and education projects will complete the programme, which is set to take place in the Festspielhaus and at other venues in the city. » more
26.11.2012
Give the music a strong voice
Cecilia Bartoli is the very worthy recipient of the Herbert von Karajan Music Prize which includes an endowment of 50,000 Euro. The Festspielhaus Baden-Baden Cultural Foundation Board of Trustees explained their decision to award the prize to Cecilia Bartoli was because she "gives classical music in general a strong voice in society". The prize will be presented on 30th November 2012 as part of a Gala Concert in the Festspielhaus. » more
30.10.2012
Abbado’s Roots
Bach's music has always played a significant role in conductor Claudio Abbado's life. Introduced to the baroque composer's music at an early age, during a house concert in 1952 the conductor performed Bach on the piano for the celebrated Toscanini. Now Claudio Abbado is returning to Bach and to Baden-Baden once more for a concert on 4th December 2012 - a performance which is awaited with great anticipation. » more
