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Handel Festival Halle
As a composer who was born and raised in Germany, successful in Italy, and who finally settled in England, George Frideric Handel already knew how to shake off the bonds of a specific nationality: he was an early European and a composer to think on a European level as well. Handel was a master of the various styles of music of his time and displayed great virtuosity in the fusion of these styles. This demonstrates that Handel already had an excellent understanding 300 years ago that a European …
International Music Festival Český Krumlov
Held each summer in the UNESCO-listed town of Český Krumlov, this international music festival brings live performances to one of South Bohemia’s most picturesque settings. Taking place over several weeks in July and August, concerts are staged in historic venues throughout the town, including the castle and château complex. The program features around 30 concerts spanning music from the 15th to the 21st centuries, with genres ranging from classical and opera to jazz, folk, musicals, and …
Jazzkaar
Jazzkaar is the biggest jazz festival of the Baltics, held in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, since 1990. Jazzkaar is a festival in April presenting the hottest international and local jazz talents and filling the whole country with great sounds and activities. Combining a unique and versatile program with bold solutions, Jazzkaar creates a great jazz festival with the smallest budget in the Nordic. Jazzkaar has been granted the EFFE quality label (2015-2016), designating it among the finest …
Montreux Jazz Festival
“Nothing is impossible for dreamers.” This motto drives an evolving Festival. Steeped in a rich heritage, the Montreux Jazz Festival is being lovingly polished like a treasured LP. On the A- side: three paying venues with their own specific personalities. On the B-side: a selection of free events, fully remastered for this edition. The Auditorium Stravinski is a giant of a venue with a peerless reputation. Bearing the patina of countless legendary artists, this auditorium exudes emotion on a …
Lucerne Festival
Set on the shores of Lake Lucerne, this legendary Swiss festival turns up the volume on classical music every summer. From mid-August to mid-September, Lucerne Festival invites the world’s leading orchestras, soloists, and fresh new voices to reimagine what classical can be—through over 100 spellbinding concerts, intimate recitals, and boundary-pushing late-night events. The experience is shaped around a central theme each year, offering more than just music: it’s a journey of ideas, emotion, …
Prague Spring International Music Festival
A multi-genre festival famed throughout the world, the biggest music show in the Czech Republic. For more than 70 years the Prague Spring International Music Festival has ranked among the top cultural events in the Czech Republic. This presentation of the world's best musicians, symphony orchestras and chamber music ensembles is somewhat of a phenomenon as it has survived the political upheavals and dramatic cultural changes in the seven decades of its existence. This is mostly thanks to its …
Tallinn Music Week
City Festival for Tomorrow's Music, Arts and Ideas! Held each spring in Tallinn, Estonia since 2009, Tallinn Music Week (TMW) is a weeklong celebration of talent, curiosity, creativity and equality. Having started out as a music industry conference and showcase festival, TMW has broadened its concept further into an all-encompassing city festival, covering arts, design, technology, city space, food culture and various societal issues. TMW is a major meeting point for Eastern, Western and …
The Sinjska Alka
Held for more than 300 years, Sinjska Alka is a traditional chivalric tournament in which mounted knights race through the streets of Sinj, aiming their lances at a suspended metal ring. Deeply rooted in local history and community life, the event preserves medieval customs, craftsmanship, and values of fair play. Inscribed on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list, Sinjska Alka is a powerful symbol of Croatia’s living …
The Lent International Summer Festival
Held each summer along the Drava River, Festival Lent is one of Europe’s largest multicultural and multi-genre festivals, transforming Maribor into an open-air stage of music, theater, dance, comedy, and street performances. Often described as a “festival of festivals,” it brings together signature programs such as Folkart, JazzLent, street theater, stand-up comedy, children’s creative workshops, and contemporary arts. Spreading across the city’s squares and streets, Festival Lent invites …
Øyafestivalen
Øyafestivalen is an annual Norwegian music festival held in the Tøyen Park, Oslo. It has grown quickly since its modest start in 1999 and has become one of Norway's biggest and most important music festivals. 2019 line up uncludes The Cure, Robyn, Karpe and Sigrid. Øyafestivalen is an annual Norwegian music festival held in the Tøyen Park, Oslo. It has grown quickly since its modest start in 1999 and has become one of Norway's biggest and most important music festivals. The event lasts for four …