What is the Festival?

The 79th Festival of ⁤Classical​ Music returns to the Vaudoise Riviera, taking place from wednesday, September 3rd to Sunday, September 14th‌ in ​Montreux and Vevey. Alongside the ‍main festival,a second edition of⁤ the Classic Lab will ⁢explore the intersection of classical music and artistic innovation.

Featured Performances‍ & Artists

The festival boasts a diverse programme featuring renowned⁣ artists and unique musical experiences. ⁤Highlights include:

• Alexandra Conunova: A tribute to the musical riches⁣ of Moldova.
• Dmitry shishkin & Timothy‍ Chooi: ​ Performances celebrating 19th-century romanticism.
• Gautier Capuçon & Jérôme Ducros: ​ Interpretations of Rachmaninov’s Sonata for cello⁤ and piano and Piazzolla’s Grand Tango.
• Leticia Moreno: Bach in the Jungle – a journey blending⁢ baroque music with tropical passion.
• Avital & ⁢Omer Klein: From‌ Bach ⁢to Jazz – an exploration of​ musical evolution.
• Aurora Orchestra London: ⁤An immersive version of‍ Camille Saint-Saëns’ Carnival of the Animals, designed for families and children.

Venues & Accessibility

Due to ‌the ongoing renovation of the ‌Stravinski auditorium ‌in Montreux, concerts​ will be held in historically meaningful locations, including:

• Château de Chillon
• Petit Palais du Fairmont Montreux Palace
• Del castillo room in Vevey

The festival is committed to​ making classical music accessible to a wider audience. ‍ Tickets are available‍ for as little as 10 francs for young people, and a​ variety of educational and outreach⁢ programs will be offered.

Classic lab: Innovation in classical Music

The Classic Lab returns for its second edition, providing a platform for artistic innovation within the classical music sphere. Details about specific Classic Lab events are forthcoming, but the initiative aims to bridge the gap between tradition ⁤and contemporary artistic expression.

Timeline & Key Dates

Further Reading

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