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Peter Cornelius and Band
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Peter Cornelius 75
Live with band on tour in 2026
For over five decades, Peter Cornelius has been one of the most successful singer-songwriters in the German-speaking world. Many of his songs have long since become classics, such as "Reif für die Insel" (Ready for the Island), "Segel im Wind" (Sail in the Wind) and of course "Du entschuldige i kenn di" (Excuse me, I know you).
In 2026, the exceptional artist will turn 75 and celebrate this with a major tour!
Program description
Frontman, singer-songwriter, and lead guitarist Peter Cornelius, known for his soulful ballads and uptempo songs with profound lyrics, and also beloved for his virtuoso guitar playing, will celebrate his 75th birthday in 2026 with a major tour. Joining him on stage will be his band, featuring bass, drums, and keyboards. Cornelius, born in Vienna in 1951, is one of the most influential German-language songwriters. His music is always inspired by personal experiences and social observations.
"Sometimes I write and compose whether I want to or not – reflexively. As if it were the most natural thing in the world to do so."
Much of this can be heard in his songs. They are a wonderful collection of windows, created over the years, offering glimpses into the man's inner self for a few minutes at a time. At his concerts, you are taken along as a traveler and immersed in the world he brings with him.
"It's strange that going on tour at 75 seems more natural to me than it did at 40 or 50. I adopted the Kinks' song 'I'm not like everybody else' as a motto, a guiding principle, very early on."
With every song, Cornelius gives energy, inspires courage, often prompts reflection, and sometimes even reveals meaning between the lines, guiding his audience to those nuances. His songs are complete works of art, written with his unmistakable signature.
"Over the years, people have repeatedly told me that my songs are timeless. I am timeless."
Peter Cornelius & Band Live is an absolutely timeless highlight of the 2026 concert calendar!
Program and cast
Grafenegg Festival, Austria
The Grafenegg Music Festival is a new major international Austrian festival for classical music close to Vienna. The annual festival takes place on the grounds of Grafenegg Castle. Two major venues have been built for the festival in the park of the castle: The open-air stage Wolkenturm (capacity 1,730, opened 2007) as well as the new concert hall Auditorium (capacity 1,372, opened 2008).
The artistic director is pianist Rudolf Buchbinder. The festival's program consists of symphonic and chamber music as well as recitals. International guest orchestras are performing as well as the Austrian Tonkünstler Orchestra, which serves as orchestra in residence. The first festival started on August, 23rd, 2007 and lasted until September, 9th, 2007.
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