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Tonkunstler Orchestra
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The Tonkünstler Orchestra is one of Austria’s leading symphony orchestras, celebrated for its rich history and artistic excellence. Founded in the early 20th century, the orchestra performs a wide repertoire, ranging from classical masterpieces to contemporary works. As the resident orchestra at the renowned Wolkenturm Grafenegg, it plays a central role in Austria’s vibrant musical life. The Tonkünstler Orchestra collaborates with internationally acclaimed conductors and soloists, delivering performances both in Austria and worldwide. Its commitment to tradition, innovation, and education ensures each concert is a unique experience. Audiences enjoy not only technical brilliance but also emotional depth, making the Tonkünstler Orchestra a cornerstone of European orchestral culture and a must-see for music lovers.
Program and cast
11 June 2026
Cast
orchestra: Tonkünstler Orchestra of Lower Austria
Conductor: Fabien Gabel
soprano: Angel Blue
Tenor: Bogdan Volkov
Cello: Julia Hagen
program
Gala program to kick off summer
12 June 2026
Cast
orchestra Tonkünstler Orchestra of Lower Austria
Conductor: Fabien Gabel
soprano: Angel Blue
Tenor: Bogdan Volkov
Cello: Julia Hagen
program
Gala program to kick off summer
27 June 2026
Cast
orchestra: Tonkünstler Orchestra of Lower Austria
Conductor: Fabien Gabel
Piano: Herman's child
program
Bernard HerrmannSuite from the film «Vertigo»
George Gershwin«I Got Rhythm» aus dem Musical «Girl Crazy» (Arrangement: Patrick Zimmerli)
George Gershwin«Someone to Watch Over Me» aus dem Musical «Oh, Kay!» (Arrangement: Patrick Zimmerli)
Cole Porter«Night and Day» aus dem Musical «Gay Divorce» (Arrangement: Patrick Zimmerli)
Vincent Youmans«Tea for Two» aus dem Musical «No, no, Nanette» (Arrangement: Patrick Zimmerli)
George Gershwin«Summertime» from the opera «Porgy and Bess» (arrangement: Patrick Zimmerli)
Cole Porter«What Is This Thing Called Love» aus dem Musical «Wake Up and Dream» (Arrangement: Patrick Zimmerli)
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Kurt WeillSymphonic Nocturne aus «Lady in the Dark» (Arrangement: Robert Russell Bennett)
George Gershwin«An American in Paris»
11 July 2026
Cast
orchestra: Tonkünstler Orchestra of Lower Austria
Conductor: Fabian Panisello
guitar: Pablo Sáinz-Villegas
program
Silvestre Revueltas«Sensemayá» for small orchestra
Joaquín RodrigoConcerto for Guitar and Orchestra «Concierto de Aranjuez»
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Fabian PaniselloNew work (world premiere/commissioned work of the Grafenegg Festival)
Manuel de Falla"The Three-Cornered Hat" Suite No. 1
Manuel de Falla"The Three-Cornered Hat" Suite No. 2
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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