When Herbert Blomstedt, the oldest major conductor active today, led the Vienna Philharmonic, age was only one factor in his remarkable artistry.
Category: Salzburg Festival
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At the Salzburg Festival, Revivals Take Center Stage
The festival’s chief loves inviting productions back, giving attendees another shot at seeing a beloved show, and allowing directors a chance to nail it on the second try.
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At Salzburg Festival, a Polarizing Composer Brings Artists Together
A concert series at the Salzburg Festival, along with other events, will celebrate Arnold Schönberg’s 150th birthday and bring his music to new audiences.
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A Conductor Who Wants to Put You ‘Inside the Sound’
Maxime Pascal, a latecomer to classical music, forged an unusual path to the podium that has paid off for him and for audiences.
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Salzburg Festival Remains a Crammed Summer Stage
No other festival matches the sheer profusion of classical music, opera and theater offerings at the Salzburg Festival.
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Review: In ‘Amour,’ Putting a Palme d’Or Winner Onstage
An adaptation of Michael Haneke’s 2012 movie at the Salzburg Festival eschews cinematic realism, instead taking a highly stylized approach.
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“The Greek Passion” Takes Center Stage at the Salzburg Festival
Bohuslav Martinu’s “Greek Passion” poses a timeless question: when a group of refugees seek protection in a new community, what will the locals do?
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The Baritone Andrè Schuen Performs at the Salzburg Festival
Andrè Schuen stars as Count Almaviva in the Salzburg Festival’s new production of Mozart’s “Le Nozze di Figaro.”
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Jürgen Flimm, Director of Festivals and Opera Houses, Dies at 81
The New York Times – Music:He left his mark in Hamburg, Berlin, Strasburg and elsewhere. He also directed a memorable “Ring” cycle in Bayreuth.
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Amid Global Turmoil, Salzburg Festival Plans a Summer of Reflection
The New York Times – Music:“Our present reality seems to be completely out of joint with universal bonds and perspectives,” the festival’s artistic director said.