The positive power of individuals
First German performance of Miroslav Srnka’s “Superorganisms” in Berlin
read moreFirst German performance of Miroslav Srnka’s “Superorganisms” in Berlin
read moreFrom a radically different world: the layers in Beat Furrer’s opera “Das grosse Feuer” (“The Great Fire”), based on the novel “Eisejuaz” by Sara Gallardo, are many and diverse. The world premiere takes place in Zurich in March 2025.
read moreA strong plot, and fabulously imaginative music: but until now Handel’s “Giustino” has not been one of his most frequently-performed operas. With the new edition this could all change.
read moreFranz Schubert’s stage works have never become firmly established in the repertoire. And yet they contain interesting examples of Romantic opera aesthetics. And with the 2028 Schubert anniversary year in mind, they offer a variety of opportunities for productions.
read moreBedřich Smetana’s autograph score of “Vltava” (The Moldau) was published in a true to original facsimile edition.
read moreHardly any other contemporary composer has developed such an unmistakable personal style as Beat Furrer. In his 70th year is he reaping the fruits of his artistic consistency.
read morePracticing art is a large part of my self, it is the air that I breathe.
Philipp Maintz has focussed more intensively on the organ in his output in recent years. In a conversation, reproduced here in excerpts, he answered questions from his editor Robert Krampe.
read moreFor me, art, and music in particular, is about raising ourselves as far as possible above what is.