Sommerakademie Prospekt 2026

“On Stage”

Musik ist Bühne. Sie lebt von der Inszenierung - vom Augenblick, in dem Raum, Klang und Publikum aufeinandertreffen. Unter dem Leitthema „On Stage“ widmet sich Allegro Vivo in der 48. Saison der musikalischen Darstellung und damit jener besonderen Kraft, die Geschichten erzählt, Emotionen weckt und den kulturellen Austausch stärkt.

Zugleich richten wir im „Zyklus der Begegnungen“ unseren Blick auf die musikalischen Lebensadern Süd- und Mitteleuropas: Italien, den Balkan und Österreich – Regionen, die durch eine lange gemeinsame Geschichte verbunden sind. Seit Jahrhunderten prägen ihre Kulturen als wesentlicher Teil der mitteleuropäischen Musiktradition die Vitalität der Wiener Klassik, die Emotionalität der deutschen Romantik und die Vielfalt der Moderne – und damit auch das diesjährige Festivalprogramm.

In der 48. Festivalsaison öffnen wir außerdem die Tore unserer internationalen Sommerakademie und begrüßen über 500 junge Talente aus der ganzen Welt.

Seien Sie uns herzlich willkommen!

Vahid Khadem-Missagh Künstlerischer Leiter

Music lives on stage. It comes alive through the very moment when space,sound,and audience meet.Withthis year’s theme “On Stage”, Allegro Vivo devotes its 48th season to musical expression and to that unique power that tells stories, stirs emotions, and strengthen cultural exchange.

At the same time, in the “Cycle of Encounters”, we turn our attention to the musical lifelines of Southern and Central Europe: Italy, the Balkans, and Austria—regions linked by a long shared history. For centuries, these cultures have shaped — as essential pillars of Central European musical tradition — the vitality of Viennese Classicism, the emotional depth of German Romanticism, and the diversity of Modernism, and thus also this year’s festival program.

In this 48th festival season, we also open the doors of our international summer academy and welcome more than 500 young talents from across the globe.

We warmly welcome you all!

Vahid Khadem-Missagh Artistic Director

Masterclasses

Violin Page

Christian Altenburger 29.08.– 05.09. 8

Tanja Becker-Bender 22.08.– 29.08. 9

Thomas Fheodoroff 29.08.– 05.09. 10

Klara Flieder 22.08.– 29.08. 11

Sophia Jaffé 15.08.– 22.08. 12

Andreas Janke 15.08.– 22.08. 13

Bijan Khadem-Missagh 08.08.– 29 .08. 14

Vahid Khadem-Missagh 08.08.– 15.08. 15

Christian Ostertag 22.08.– 29.08. 16

Benjamin Schmid 08.08.– 15.08. 17

Anton Sorokow 15.08.– 22.08. 18

Réka Szilvay 08.08.– 15.08. 19

IngolfTurban 08.08.– 1508. 20

UlfWallin 29.08.– 05.09. 21

Viola

Roland Glassl 15.08.– 22.08. 22

Veit Hertenstein 15.08.– 22.08. 23

Hariolf Schlichtig 08.08.– 15.08. 24

Thomas Selditz 29.08.– 05.09. 25

Lars Anders Tomter 22.08.– 29.08. 26

Peijun Xu 15.08.– 22.08. 27

Violoncello

Matthias Bartolomey 08.08.– 15.08. 28

Thomas Carroll 29.08.– 05.09. 29

Florian Eggner 15.08.– 22.08. 30

László Fenyö 29.08.– 05.09. 31

Maria Grün 22.08.–29.08. 32

Maximilian Hornung 22.08.– 29.08. 33

Gregor Horsch 15.08.– 22.08. 34

Wen-Sinn Yang 08.08.– 15.08. 35

Classes for the youth, children & their parents

Violin

Masterclasses

08.–05. 09.

Christian Altenburger

Since 2001 professor for violin at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna, before that at the University of Music in Hanover. Since 2003 artistic director of the Chamber Music Festival Schwäbischer Frühling and since 2006 of the Music Festival Loisiarte. 1999–2005 artistic directorofFestival Mondseetage.Concerts withthe Berlin Philhamonic Orchestra, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, New York Philharmonic Orchestra, London Symphony Orchestra and Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra under conductors e.g. C. Abbado, C. von Dohnányi, J. Levine, L. Maazel, Z. Mehta, F. Welser-Möst. Chamber music partners such as B. Canino, P. Demenga, H. Holliger, N. Imai, K. Kashkashian, M.Tan, L.A.Tomter and L.Vogt. Studied at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna and under D. DeLay at Juilliard School New York.

Tanja Becker-Bender

Professor for violin at the University of Music and Theatre inHamburg.SoloistunderK.Masur,G.Albrecht,L.Zagrosek, U. Segal, F. Luisi, with renowned orchestras such as Tokyo Philharmonic,Jerusalem Symphony,Yomiuri Nippon Symphony, Houston Symphony and Konzerthaus Orchestra Berlin. As chamber musician playing at festivals with G. Kremer,Y. Bashmet, B. Pergamenschikow and A. Steinhardt. Recitals in New York, Buenos Aires, Montevideo, Paris, London, Rome and Vienna. Creative collaboration with C. Halffter, P.Vasks and M. Gielen, first performances of works by R. Hempel, A. Goehr and B. Mason. CD recordings. In 2012 release of a recital disc, together with pianist P. Nagy, featuring Ottorino Respighi’s works for violin and piano. Studied with D. Takeno at the Guildhall School in London and with G. Pichler (Alban Berg Quartett) at the UniversityofMusic and PerformingArtsVienna and at the Juilliard School in New York.

Violin 29. 08.– 05.09.

Thomas Fheodoro

Since 2006 professor at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna. Soloist, chamber musician, concertmaster and conductor. For 25 years member of Concertus MusicusVienna – founded byN.Harnoncourt.2000–2019 concertmaster of Wiener Akademie, Baroque Orchestra and Hofkapelle Stuttgart. Furthermore, concertmaster at chamber orchestra Munich, Camerata Salzburg and Scottish Chamber Orchestra. Concert in Europe, Japan, USA and Middle East. Permanent Juror of the “International Nikolaus Fheodoroff Composition Prize”. Wide range as musician – from intensive work with “early music” including performing practice and historical sources to contemporary music. 2004 founding “Prisma Vienna – ensemble for Music”, which is working on all nine symphonies of Ludwig van Beethoven since 2015.

22. 08.–29. 08.

Klara

Flieder

Since 2005 professor for violin at the University Mozarteum Salzburg.Lectureships and guest professorships at the Universities of Music in Vienna and Graz. Masterclasses in Austria, Sweden, Spain, Italy, USA, China. Concerts as soloist and chamber musician in Europe, China andUSA.PerformancesatfestivalssuchaKuhmoFestival, Finland, Carinthischer Sommer, Midsummer Music Festival, Sweden, Norfolk Chamber Music Festival, USA, Narnia Festival,Italy.MemberoftheFlieder-Trio,“Leschetizky-Trio Wien” and “Hyperion Ensemble Salzburg”. Numerous CD recordings forEMI,Dabringhaus &Grimm,Extraplatte and PreiserRecords.Studies underG.Biedermann atthe ConservatoryofMusicVienna,C.Ferras,Paris andA.Grumiaux, Brusells.Additionally studies under H. Szeryng, N. Milstein und A. Dumay.

15. 08.–22. 08.

Sophia Ja é

Since 2011 professor at Frankfurt University of Music and Performing Arts. Soloist with renowned orchestras, as the Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, the Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester, the Konzerthausorchester in Berlin, the chamber orchestras of Stuttgart, Munich and Heilbronn and the National Symphony Orchestra in Brussels. Concerts with conductors such as M. Janowski, W. Weller, Z. Macal, Sir M. Elder, D. R. Davies. Guest at numerous international festivals. Wide-ranging repertoire of 70 works. Numerous live recordings and radio productions. In 2009 debut CD with B. Lehmann, in 2014 CD with J. Casken’s violin concert with Manchester’s Hallé Orchestra. Prizewinner of competitions such as the Leopold Mozart Competition in Augsburg, the Concours de Genève, first prize in the Deutscher Musikwettbewerb. Studied with H.KrebbersinAmsterdamandwithSt.PicardattheHanns Eisler School of Music in Berlin.

15. 08.–22. 08.

Andreas Janke

Professor for violin at Zurich University of the Arts. First concert master at Tonhalle Orchestra Zurich. Concerts withtheLondonSymphonyOrchestra,RoyalPhilharmonic Orchestra und Belgian National Orchestra. Performances at Palais des Beaux-Arts Brussels,Dvoˇrák Hall Prague and Konzerthaus Vienna among others. Soloist and chamber musician at several festivals. CD with works by Schubert, together with Tonhalle-Orchestra Zurich. Part ofthe Oliver Schnyder Trio. Prizewinner of international competitions such as Queen Elizabeth Competition Brussels, Franz Kreisler Vienna and “Prague Spring”. Several scholarships from “Studienstiftung des Deutschen Volkes” and “Deutsche Stiftung Musikleben”. Studied at University Mozarteum Salzburg under I. Ozim. He plays a violin from Carlo Bergonzi “Hozier,Andrews” 1733–39.

Violin,

Chamber music 08. 08.–29. 08.

Bijan

Khadem-Missagh

Founder ofAcademia Allegro Vivo, founder and until 2016 artistic director of the festival Allegro Vivo. Former concertmaster of the Tonkuenstler Orchestra. Founder and honorary president of GLOBArt. Decorated with the great golden award of honor of the state of Lower Austria. Early debut as a soloist, founder of the Eurasia Quartet, Grand Prix and first prize at the International Chamber Music Competition in Colmar, France, in 1971. International concert tours as a soloist. Numerous CD-, radio- and TV recordings. 1981–1990 artistic director of the Chamber Music Festival in Umeå (Sweden), initiator and artistic director of the Badener Beethoventage 1980–1986. 2021 Culture Prizewinner of Lower Austria, Awarding of the Appreciation Prize, Category Music. Completed his studies at the Academy of Music Vienna under Prof. Morawec, Steinbauer and Samohyl.

08. 08.–15. 08.

Vahid Khadem-Missagh

Since 2016 artistic director of Allegro Vivo Festival and conductor of Academia Allegro Vivo. His international career has taken him to major concert halls in Europe, Japan and Asia, including Salzburg Festival, Musikverein Vienna, Konzerthaus Berlin, Philharmonie Luxembourg, Palais des Beaux-Arts Brussels, Concertgebouw Amsterdam with Radio-, CD- and TV recordings. He has performed with conductors like S. Ozawa, P. Boulez, M. Jansons, F. Welser-Möst. After being concertmaster of the Gustav Mahler Youth Orchestra he now holds the post of concertmaster of the Tonkuenstler Orchestra since 2004. Founder and artistic director of Capriccio Vienna. He received numerous awards including the cultural award of the state of Lower Austria in 2014. He studied with B. Kuschnir, R. Küchl, G. Schulz and I. Ozim at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna and at Bern University of Arts. 2015 he obtained a PhD in Vienna on studies on Virtuosity.

22. 08.–29. 08.

Christian Ostertag

Since 2017 professor at the University of Music Karlsruhe. Since 2005 professor at the Trossingen University of Music. Since 1996 principal leader of the SWR Symphony Orchestra Baden-Baden and Freiburg. Performances under conductors such as M. Gielen, S. Cambreling, M.Viotti und H. Holliger. Invitations to play at concerts including Japan, North and South America, at the SchleswigHolstein Festival,the Berlin Festival,the Rheingau Festival and Wien Modern. In 2001 he was awarded the European Soloist Award by the Pro Europa foundation. Numerous radio- and CD recordings. Cooperation with contemporary composers, including P. Eötvös, H. Lachenmann, G. Kúrtág. Studied under W. Gradow and R. Kussmaul. In 1990,winnerofthe“DeutscherMusikwettbewerb”inBonn and chosen for the 35th “Bundesauswahl-Konzerte Junger Künstler” new-talent programm.

08.–15. 08.

Benjamin Schmid

Professorat the Mozarteum University in Salzburg and the Bern UniversityoftheArts.Soloist withtheVienna Philharmonic, Philharmonia Orchestra London, St. Petersburg Philharmonic, Concertgebouw Orchestra Amsterdam and Tonhalle Orchestra Zurich. Regular appearances at the Salzburg Festival. Approximately 50 CD recordings, awarded the German Record Prize, Echo Klassik, Gramophone Editor's Choice, and Strad Selection. He is artistic director of the ClassixKempten music festival in Germany and, from 2020/21, artistic director of the Musica Vitae chamber orchestra in Växjö (Sweden). International Prize for Art and Culture of the City of Salzburg in 2006. 1992 winner of the Carl Flesch Competition, the Mozart, Beethoven, and Audience Prizes in London. Worldwide TV appearances with the Vienna Philharmonic with repertoire fromHartmann,Gulda,Korngold,Muthspiel,Szymanowski, to Weill. He plays on the“ex Viotti 1718”Stradivarius violin, which is provided to him by the Austrian National Bank, as well as on a modern violin made in 2015 byW. Fauler.

Violin 15. 08.–22. 08.

Anton Sorokow

Since 2011 Professor at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna. Additionally guest professor at the University of Milan-Bicocca since 2013. Performed on the world's most famous stages as first Concertmaster of the Vienna Symphony Orchestra. Solo performances have led to projects with conductors such as W. Sawallisch, G. Prêtre, M. Rostropovich, M.Whun Chung,Y. Nézet-Séguin, P.Jordan,O.MeyerWellber,K.Nagano,A.Orozco-Estrada, F. Welser-Möst and F. Luisi. Regularly performs with renowned orchestras such as Berlin Symphony Orchestra, Nuremberg Philharmonic Orchestra and the Moscow Symphony Orchestra. 1st prize and special prize at the Beethoven Competition in the Czech Republic, as well as 1st at the Stefanie Hohl Competition in Vienna and the Romano Romanini Competition in Brescia.

08. 08.–15. 08.

Réka Szilvay

Since 2006 professor for violin at the Sibelius Academy/ University of the Arts Helsinki. Performances as a soloist and chamber musician all over Europe, Asia, South America and USA. Concerts as soloist with all major Finnish orchestras as well as with the London Philharmonic, the Mariinsky Orchestra St. Petersburg, Dallas Symphony Orchestra, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg in the most prestigious concert halls, including Musikverein Wien, Festspielhaus Salzburg,Tokyo Suntory Hall, National Concert Hall Taipei, Symphony Hall Birmingham, London Barbican Concert Hall, Kölner Philharmonie and Teatro Colón Buenos Aires. As chamber musician performances at Konzerthaus Wien, Carnegie Hall New York, Concertgebouw Amsterdam, Wigmore Hall London and Cité de la Musique Paris. Concerts with the pianists H. Kärkkäinen, C. Berner and cembalist A. Häkkinen. High praised CD recordings “The 7 seasons” and “Roaring Twenties”.

Violin 08. 08.–15. 08.

Ingolf Turban

Professor at the Munich University of Music, from 1995–2006 Professor at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Stuttgart. Solo performances in the greatest concert halls including the Berlin and Munich Philharmonic, Kennedy Center Washington, Avery Fisher Hall New York, Tonhalle Zurich, Golden Hall of Musikverein Vienna and La Scala in Milan, working with S. Celibidache, Ch. Dutoit, L. Maazel, Z. Mehta, Y. Menuhin, J. Märkl and M. Viotti. His extensive repertoire in all branches has produced over 40 albums, including celebrated premiere performances. His virtuosic skill for Niccolò Paganinis works gained critical acclaim for his performance with the New York Philharmonic in 2006 and in the TV documentary “Paganinis Geheimnis”. In 2005 founder of the Chamber Orchestra “I Virtuosi di Paganini”. In 2021 he received the International Classical Music Awards.

29. 08.–05. 09.

Ulf Wallin

Since 2020 professor for violin at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna, Fritz Kreisler Institute. Juror at renowned competitions such as International Music Competition of the ARD Munich, International Fritz Kreisler Competition Vienna. Soloist and chamber musician with concert tours in Asia, Europe and USA. Cooperation with conductors such as J. L. Cobos, M. Honeck, P. Järvi and F. Welser-Möst. Chamber music partner of B. Canino, H. Holliger, B. Hendricks and A. Schiff. Performances on a regular base at international festivals such as Luzern Festival, Berliner Festwochen, Musiktage Mondsee and Schleswig-HolsteinMusicFestival.Closecooperationwith well-known contemporary composers, such as A. Eliason, A. Schnittke and R. Shchedrin. More than 50 CD recordings.In 2014 appointed as a memberofthe Royal Swedish Academy ofMusic.He plays a violin ofDomenico Montagnana from 1746.

08.–22. 08.

Roland Glassl

Professor of viola at the Munich University of Music and Performing Arts since 2018. Professor of viola at the Frankfurt University of Music and Performing Arts from 2004 to 2018. 1999–2015 violist in the Mandelring Quartet, concerts in the Trio Charolca. Soloist under conductors Sir C. Davis, H. Bäumer, H. Griffiths, among others. Concerts with the Tonkünstler Orchestra of Lower Austria, the China National Opera House Symphony Orchestra,the German State Philharmonic Orchestra, etc. Performances atWigmore Hall,the National Centre forthe Performing Arts in Beijing, and the Berlin Philharmonic. ChambermusicpartnerofL.Fleischer,M.Fried,P.Kuusisto, M. Sanderling. Prize winner of competitions, including the Lionel Tertis International Viola Competition (as the first German ever) and the Washington International Competition for Strings.

15. 08.–22. 08.

Veit

Hertenstein

Since 2016 professorforviola at the Hochschule fürMusik in Detmold, Germany. 2011–2017 principal violist of the Basel SymphonyOrchestra.Concerts inthe United States. Concerts at Marlboro Music Festival, Seiji Ozawa International Music Academy, Viola Space Festival Tokyo, Menuhin Festival in Gstaad and Verbier Festival, where he was awarded with the “Henri Louis de la Grange” viola prize. Playing withTrioWanderer,Modigliani andYsaye Quartets. Prizewinner of several prestigious competitions. In 2009 first violist to win the New Talent Competition of the EuropeanBroadcastingUnioninSlovakia,withworldwideradio broadcasts. Prizewinner of the first Tokyo International Viola Competition 2009. Studied with N. Imai at Haute Ecole de Musique in Geneva. Artistically influenced by G. Kurtag, K. Penderecki, G. Takács-Nagy, Y. Bashmet and K. Kashkashian.

Joint masterclass with Peijun Xu.

08. 08.–15. 08.

Hariolf

Schlichtig

Professor for viola and chamber music at the Munich University of Music. International Masterclasses. Many of his students are prizewinners of competitions and have international engagements. Soloist and principal violist of the “Cappella Andrea Barca” with worldwide concerts. Long-standing relationship and CD recordings with the Munich Chamber Orchestra. Soloist at the Cologne Philharmonie, Conservatoire at Bruxelles, Beethoven Festival in Bonn, and at Omaggio a Palladio in the Teatro Olimpico in Vicenca under Andras Schiff´s direction, in Zuerich and Carnegie Hall in New York. Chamber music performances with i.a. Alban Berg Quartett, in the ensemble Villa Musica as well as with L. Kavakos,A. Schiff, H. Holliger. Award winning CD recordings. Intensive cooperation with contemporary composers and debut performances. Member of the Cherubini Quartet for 19 years. Studies under Max Rostal and SandorVegh.

Viola, Chamber music 29. 08.–05.

Thomas Selditz

Since 2010 professor for viola at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna, before that professorships at the University of Music in Hanover and Hamburg. At the age of 21, 1st solo-violist with the Berlin Symphony Orchestra and a few years later with the Staatskapelle Berlin.Memberofthe GaedeTrio and memberofthe Hugo Wolf Quartet Vienna till 2016, guest performances in Europe, Japan and in the U.S. Recordings of his chamber music were released by the labels Largo Records, Tacet, Sony, MDG,Audite and Phoenix. In 2003, his solo CD was awarded with Diapason and the German Record Critics’ Award. Studies at the Academy of Music Hanns Eisler Berlin underA. Lipka.

22. 08.–29. 08.

Lars Anders Tomter

Professor at the Oslo Academy of Music. Together with Henning Kraggerud artistic director of the Risør Chamber Music Festival. Plays a Gasparo da Salo from the year 1590.Studiedtheviolin andviola atthe Oslo Conservatory and at the Norwegian State Academy under Professor Leif Jørgensen. Continued his studies with Prof Max Rostal and Sandor Vegh. Performances at the Carnegie Hall, the Vienna Musikverein and Wigmore Hall to the major concert stages in Scandinavia, Madrid, Budapest, Bonn, Berlin, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Cologne, Munich, Stuttgart, Paris, Rome, London, New York, Los Angeles and Washington D.C. Performances at festivals such as the Beethovenfest Bonn, Schleswig-Holstein Musik Festival, Lockenhaus, Kissinger Sommer, Salzburg Festival, Verbier Festival, SWR Schwetzinger Festspiele, Moritzburg Schubertiade Chamber Music Festival.

15. 08.–22. 08.

Peijun Xu

Since 2024 professorforviola atthe Hochschule fürMusik inDetmold,Germany,beforethatattheCologneUniversity of Music and Dance. Soloist with i. a. Konzerthaus OrchesterBerlin,DeutscheKammerphilharmonieBremen, Shanghai Philharmonic Orchestra and Baden-Baden Philharmonic under conductors such as M. Tang, Y. Bashmet, P. Baleff and R. Gothóni. World premieres of solo concerts for viola of Ralf Gothóni, Qigang Chen, Thorsten Encke und Maria Koval. Chamber music with P. Rivinius, E. Rubinova, J. P. Maintz and A. Sitkovetsky. Playing with Ensemble Modern. Debut CD with works of Bach, Schubert, Vieuxtemps, among others. Studied in China and with R. Glassl at the University for Music and Performing Arts Frankfurt/Main as well as with N. Imai, T. Zimmermann. 1st prizewinner at the international MaxRostal-Competition in Berlin in 2012.

Joint masterclass with Veit Hertenstein.

Violoncello, Chamber music

08. 08.–15. 08.

Ma hias

Bartolomey

Since 2020 university professor at the Mozarteum Salzburg. In 2012, he founded the duo "progressive strings vienna" with Klemens Bittmann. Numerous concert tours in the Berlin Philharmonie, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, MuziekgebouwAmsterdam,theGoldenHalloftheMusikverein Vienna as well as at many renowned European festivals and in countries such as the USA, Japan, Iran and Kenya. Released third studio album"Dynamo"onACTMusic after "Meridian" and "Neubau". Worked with the Vienna Chamber Orchestra, the Vienna Chamber Philharmonic, the Mozarteum University Symphony Orchestra, the Symphonyin C Philadelphia and the Istanbul Devlent Senfoni Orkestarsi.Performed with theVienna State Opera Orchestra, both Vienna Philharmonic Orchestras, the Vienna Symphony Orchestra, the Tonkünstlerorchester Niederösterreich, the Chamber Orchestra of Europe and the Mahler Chamber Orchestra. Plays violoncellos by David Tecchler, Rome 1727 & Philip Bonhoeffer, Montecastelli 2021.

29. 08.–05. 09.

Thomas Carroll

Professorforcello atthe Hochschule fürMusik undTanz in Colognesince2018,from2004to2021professorforcello at the Royal College of Music in London and solo cello teacher at the Yeduhi Menuhin School. Winner of the Young Concert Artist Trust in London and Young Concert Artists in NewYork,since then debut concerts atWigmore Hall London, Alice Tully Hall in New York and in Boston, California, Florida and Washington DC. As a soloist with orchestras such as the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the Vienna Chamber Orchestra conducted by Heinrich Schiff, the English Chamber Orchestra and the Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks. Over 30 CD recordings for labels such as Champs Hill Records, Orchid Classics, Decca, Naxos and Signum Classics. The Strad describes him as a musician of authority and passion with an unerring sense of direction, timbre and clear musical intelligence.The Welsh-born cellist was a student of Heinrich Schiff and Clemens Hagen and regularly worked with Steven Isserlis.

Violoncello, Chamber music

15. 08.–22. 08.

Florian Eggner

Soloist and chamber musician. Since 2001 lecturer for violoncello and chamber music. His students frequently are winners of competitions. Masterclasses in Austria, Switzerland, Great Britain and Australia. Chamber music partners such as L. Tomter, Takács Quartet, Wiener Streichersolisten, G. Schulz, P. Riegelbauer and K. Kobantschenko. 1997 founder of the Eggner Trio and since that time concert tours worldwide. Player as soloist with orchestras like Chamber Philharmonic Orchestra of South Bohemia, INSO-Lviv, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra, Tonkuenstler Orchestra. Numerous CD recordings and award winner. Grammy nomination in the category “Best small ensemble”. Studies at Bruckner University in Linz under W. Tachezi, at University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna under W. Herzer, at Mozarteum Salzburg under C. Hagen.

29. 08.–05. 09.

László

Fenyö

Professor at the University of Music Karlsruhe since 2012, before that at the University of Music and Performing Arts Frankfurt. Masterclasses worldwide. 2001–2012 principal cellist at Frankfurt Radio Symphony Orchestra and 1997–2001 at Philharmonia Hungarica. Concerts at Concertgebouw Amsterdam,Wigmore Hall London and Gasteig Munich. Concerts with Singapore Symphony Orchestra, Korean Symphony Orchestra, Frankfurt Radio Symphony Orchestra, Beethoven Orchestra Bonn, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Tonhalle Zurich, DSO Berlin. In 2005 FranzLiszt-Award, in 2008 the Junior Prima Award. Success at competitions, i. a. at the Geneva International Music Competition,Rostropowitsch Competition in Paris,Adam Cello Competition Christchurch and at the Radio Competition Budapest.In 2004 winnerofthe Pablo Casal Competition.

Violoncello 22. 08.–29. 08.

Maria Grün

Since 2012 lecturer at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna. Since 2017 leadership of the preparatory class for cello. Teaches talented children at the Johann Sebastian Bach music school. Concerts as soloist with orchestras such as SymphonyOrchestra Innsbruck,Vienna ChamberPhilharmonic and European Union Chamber Orchestra. 2008–2014 principal cellist of RSO Vienna. Since 2014 member of the Vienna Symphony Orchestra. Performing with the Vienna Philharmonic and Ensemble “die Reihe”. Questioned partner for chamber music. CD recordings with the Theophil Ensemble and withtheTrioMarcChagall.ConcertsinAmerica,Chinaand Europe. Class for talented children with Prof. H. Posch, further studies with R. Leopold, V. Erben und R. Latzko. Scholarships ofHerbert von Karajan Center,Yehudi Menuhin Foundation “Live music now”. Winner of numerous competitions and awards.

22. 08.–29. 08.

Maximilian Hornung

Professor at the University of Music in Munich since 2014. Regularly performs with renowned orchestras such as the LondonPhilharmonicOrchestra,thePittsburghSymphony Orchestra, the Tonhalle Orchestra Zurich, the Vienna Symphony Orchestra, and the Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra under well-known and renowned conductors. HeisaregularguestatvenuessuchastheBerlin,Cologne, and Essen Philharmonic Halls,theVienna Musikverein,the Concertgebouw Amsterdam, and London's Wigmore Hall. He toured Europe in a trio with Anne-Sophie Mutter and LambertOrkis.In2007,hewonfirstprizeattheARDMusic Competition as cellist of the Tecchler Trio. He became principalcellistoftheBavarianRadioSymphonyOrchestra at the age of 23.

Violoncello 15. 08.–22. 08.

Gregor Horsch

Since 2009 professor for violoncello at the Robert SchumannHochschuleinDüsseldorf,beforethatlectureratthe universities in Den Haag, Amsterdam and Manchester. Masterclasses in Holland, Italy, England, United States of America and China. First solo-cellist at Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra Amsterdam since 1997. Versatile career as soloist, chamber musician and lecturer. Appearances with the most important orchestras in Holland, solo concerts with conductors like E. Svetlanov, L. Slatkin, H. Vonk and A. Gilbert. Chamber music partner of e.g. E. Ax, M. Pressler, V. Repin, S. Chang and J. Jansen. Debut performances of e.g. T. Keuris, W. Rihm and G. Kurtag. Frequent guest at festivals like the International Cellofestival in Manchester,the Cello-Biënnale in Amsterdam,the BBC Chamber Proms and the Holland Festival. Studies with Chr. Henkel und R. Kirshbaum, award winner of the Pierre FournierAward 1988 in London.

08. 08.–15. 08.

Wen-Sinn Yang

Holds a chair for violoncello at the Munich University for Music and Performing Arts in Germany since 2005. He is holding international master classes on a regular basis. Principal cellist with the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra. Regular appearances at major concerts halls and music festivals in Europe and Asia. Solo performances with orchestras such as the NHK Tokyo, the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra, Radio Suisse Romande and the St. Pauls Chamber Orchestra. More than 20 CD recordings from standard repertory to less well known but highly virtuoso music by composers such as F. Servais, C. Davidoff, A. Piatti and J. Klengel. DVD of 6 solo suites by J. S. Bach in conjunction with Bavarian television. Studies under C. Starck (Zurich) and W. Boettcher (Berlin). Winner of the first prize at the Geneva International Music Competition in 1991.

29. 08.–05. 09.

Wolfgang Bankl

In 2013 nominated as “Kammersänger”. Since 1993 ensemblememberoftheViennaStateOpera,withrolessuch as Papageno, Leporello, Figaro, Ochs, La Roche, Klingsor and Bartolo.Debut at the“WienerFestwochen”as Oberlin in Rihm’s “Jakob Lenz” and at the Scala as Zeta in “La vedova allegra”. 2014 as Doctor in Bergs “Wozzeck” at Carnegie Hall and 2010 at the“Theater an derWien”. Concert singer and song reciter with a repertoire ranging from Bachtocontemporarycompositions.NumerousCDrecordings including “The Knight of the Rose” with C. Kleiber, “Winterreise” with N. Pfaffelmeyer, “Der Riese vom Steinfeld” (Cerha/Turrini) with M. Boder, “Parsifal” with Ch. Thielemann. Co-founder of the chamber music festival Giro d’Arte. He primarily studied the violin. Besides jazz music (E-Bass), he completed his vocal studies at the Vienna Conservatory of Music.

22. 08.–29. 08.

Malin Hartelius

Lecturer at Bern University of the Arts. One of the leading Mozart singers. Ensemble member at the Zurich Opera House from 1991 to 2012 with all Mozart roles and many other opera roles. Guest performances at the leading European opera houses and invitationsto festivals such as Aix-en-Provence and Salzburg i.a. as Konstanze (Entführung aus dem Serail), as Rosina (La finta semplice) and Fiordiligi(Cosìfantutte).ScenicproductionofallDa-Ponte operas in Cleveland under F. Welser-Möst. Questioned concert singer i.a. under Bolton, Chailly, Christie, Harnoncourt, Langrée and Welser-Möst together with the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra,Tonhalle Orchestra Zurich,Cleveland orchestra and London Symphony Orchestra. From 1989 to 1991 ensemble member of the Vienna State Opera and the Opera Studio. Studied with M. Bence in Vienna. In 2010 honored by the Swedish King with the award ofthe Order“Litteris et Artibus”.

15. 08.–22. 08.

Claudia Visca

Since 2001 professor for solo singing at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna, before that at the University for Music Cologne. More than 2.000 performances in 75 operas, operettas and musical roles and numerous concerts.Engagementsatmorethan25operahousese.g. Berlin, Geneva, Montreal, Vienna and Zurich. Has worked together with well known artists like P.Domingo,A.Baltsa, J. Carreras, E. Mathis, G. v. Kannen, H. Welker, T. Tipton, J. Protschka, Yo-Yo Ma, J.-P. Rampal and B. Canino. Masterclasses for vocal and interpretation worldwide. Her students are prizewinners of numerous competitions and membersofrenownedoperahouses.Musicaleducationat The Curtis Institute ofMusic in Philadelphia.Studies with a Fulbright scholarship at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna under KS H. Rössel-Majdan and A. Dermota.

08. 08.–15. 08.

Elisabeth Leonskaja

One of the most celebrated pianists of our time. Soloist with top international orchestras, such as New York Philharmonic,LosAngelesPhilharmonic,ClevelandOrchestra, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Zurich Tonhalle Orchester,GewandhausorchesterLeipzig underthe baton ofconductors such as K.Masur,C.Davis,M.Jansons.Welcomed guest at festivals such as Salzburg Festival, Vienna and Lucerne Festival and Schleswig-Holstein Festival. Concerts as chambermusician withthe Emerson,Borodin and Artemis Quartets.Numerous CD recordings,awarded with the “Caecilia prize” and “Diapason d’Or”. Honorary member of the Konzerthaus Vienna. Awarded with the Austrian Cross of Honor, First Class. 2021 she was awarded as intrumentalist of the year by Opus Klassik. Studies at the Moskow Conservatory. Prizewinner of international competitions such as Enescu,Marguerite Long and Queen Elisabeth. Lessons and collaboration with Swjatoslaw Richter.

Elisabeth

Eschwé Piano 08. 08.–15. 08.

International pianist and chamber musician, recitator. Degreesinpiano,philosophyandEnglishfromViennaConservatoryand UniversityofVienna,acting studies with Lola Braxton. She heldteaching posts at Vienna Music University and was Director of a Music School in Vienna. She creates her own literary recitals (on C. and R. Schumann, Brahms, Chopin, Vienna between the world wars, etc.) and has played across Europe, USA, Korea, Australia. Piano duos with her brother Alfred Eschwé and Thomas Kreuzberger, chamber music with cellist Orfeo Mandozzi and violinist Arkadij Winokurow. She is invited to master classes and lectures in EuropaandUSA.Internationalpublicationsonherinnovative piano method, focusing on acting methods, arts and literature. CD recordings, radio- and TV-broadcasts. Her book “PlayingfromWithin”(2021)hasearnednationalandinternationalacclaim.

22. 08.–29. 08.

Björn Lehmann

Since 2011 professor at Berlin University of Arts. Masterclasses in Germany, Austria, France, Switzerland, Japan, South Korea and China. Juror of international piano competitons, e.g. 2018 “Concours de Genève”. Performances as soloist and chamber musician, particular commitment to new music, thereby collaboration with composers such as F. Goldmann, M. Spahlinger and A. Herrmann. Concerts tours to most of the European countries, Japan, South Korea,China and LatinAmerica.Concerts at festivals such as Bachfest Leipzig, Ludwigsburger Schlossfestspiele, Rheingau-Musikfestival, Flaneries musicales de Reims and El BlancoyNegro.CDrecordings“PianoduoTakahash/ Lehmann” (CD of the month at “Fono Forum”). Radio and TV recordings for numerous broadcast stations. Chamber music partner of S. Jaffé, S. Picard, M. Nyikos as well as musicians with the Berliner Philharmoniker. Studies in Hamburg, Lausanne and at the Berlin University of Arts with K. Hellwig.

29. 08.–05. 09.

Stanislaw Tichonow

ProfessorattheJosephHaydnConservatoryinEisenstadt, before that at Tchaikovsky Conservatory Moscow and at Conservatory Vienna University. His students won more than 60 prizes at international competitions. He performs piano solo recitals, as well as chamber music. He holds lectures and gives masterclasses throughout Europe, the U. S. and in the Far East. Through the creation of T. Prime (www.tprimevienna.com), he seeks to reach beyond conventionalchannelstofurtherprofessionalopportunities for his most talented students. He is representative of Theodor Leschetizky’s tradition.35 professional articles in publications and the book “Leschetizky und sein Wiener Kreis”. Studies at Novosibirsk State M. I. Glinka Conservatory in Russia with I. Slonim and at the Moscow State P. I.Tchaikovsky Conservatory.

15. 08.–22. 08.

Lilya Zilberstein Piano

Since 2015 professor for piano at the University of Music and PerformingArts inVienna,before that guest professor at the University of Music and Theatre in Hamburg. Lecturer at the Accademia Musicale Chigiana in Siena. Masterclasses worldwide. Frequent guest in well-known concert halls and famous festivals throughout Europe, USA, Canada, Asia, South America and Middle East. Concerts with renowned international orchestras, such as Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Tschaikowsky Symphony Orchestra Moscow, London Symphony Orchestra and Staatskapelle Dresden under conductors such as C. Abbado, G. Dudamel, P. Berglund and M. Tilson Thomas. Numerous CD recordings e.g. Deutsche Grammophon. Prizewinner of numerous competitions such as Competition of the Federal Russian Republic, Allunions Competition Riga and Busoni Competition Bozen. Studies at Gnessin Institut with Alexander Satz.

08. 08.–15. 08.

Flute professor at the Musikhochschule in Freiburg im Breisgau after teaching more than twenty years at the Académie Supérieure de Musique de Strasbourg and five years at the University of Music in Lugano. Beginning his musical training at the age of 14 and getting his soloist diplomaattheageof19,hebecamethepreferredinterpreter of the many of the biggest living composers. Appeared as an soloist with many orchestras, such as Philharmonia Orchestra in London, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France in Paris,Tokyo Philharmonic, SWR and WDR Radiosinfonieorchester of Stuttgart and Cologne and performed at the biggest festivals, eg. the Royal Festival Hall in London, Suntory Hall in Tokyo, at Linclon Center in New York,ScalainMilano,PalaisdesBeauxArtsinBrussels,the Megaron in Athens,Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, Cité de la Musique in Strasbourg. More than 60 CD recordings including many important world premieres as well as the big classics ofthe repertoire. Plays a platinum Miyazawa flute.

Mario Caroli

15. 08.–22. 08.

Ma hieu Gauci-Ancelin

Since 2020 professor for flute at the University ofMusic in Graz,before Professorat the Hanns EislerSchool ofMusic Berlin. Since 2006 solo flutists at the Komische Oper Berlin.Since 2007 frequent cooperation as first flutist with the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra as well as with the London Symphony Orchestra, Staatskapelle Berlin and Dresden, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra and Gewandhaus Leipzig.Soloist underP.Inkinen,H.Nánási,SirR.Norringtonandothers.ChambermusicpartnerofP.-L.Aimard, L. Vogt, M. Bourgue and many more. CD recording of G. F. Handel’s concert for flute and english horn with Albrecht Mayer and the Sinfonia Varsovia for Deutsche Grammophon. Prize winner of the international flute competition “Jean-Pierre Rampal”. Supported by the French foundation Natixis Banque populaire. Studies at “Conservatoire de Paris”with S.Cherrierand at the KarajanAcademy with A. Blau and M. Hasel.

22. 08.–29. 08.

Barbara Gisler-Haase

Professor of flute at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna.Winner of the Prague Spring International MusicCompetitionin1974,founderoftheViennaFlautists ensemble in 1983, and founder of the Jubal Trio (flute, cello, and piano) in 1997. Active concert performer with both ensembles and recording of more than 15 CDs. Author of the multi-volume flute method “Magic flute” and the series “Fit fort he Flute.” International course and jury activities. In 2009, co-inventor of the new flute for teaching beginners according to the “wave line” principle. The instrument was awarded the red dot Award and a Houska Recognition Award. From fall 2015 to 2023, she was Vice Rector for Teaching and Young Talent Development at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna. Holds annual master classes and is currently working on the publication of the repertoire of the “Vienna Flautists” and other publications.

08.–05. 09.

Wally Hase

Since 2018 professor for flute at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna. In 2000 she appointed as full professor for flute at the University of Music Franz Liszt Weimar,and from 2014–2018visiting professorship atthe University of Music Krakow. Orchestral activities as a solo flutist e.g. with the Camerata Salzburg, the Cappella Andrea Barca, conducted by Sir András Schiff, the Staatskapelle Dresden, and the SWR and WDR Symphony Orchestras.Recitals,solo concerts as well as chambermusic and master classes in Europe, Australia, Asia and South America.Numerous recordings withvarious radio stations, CD recordings with solo and chambermusic,international jury activities. Even before completing her studies with Prof. J.-C. Gérard and Prof. A. Nicolet, principal flutist of the Staatskapelle Weimar at the age of 22, a position she held until 2009. Haynes Artist playing on a silver flute by Wm. S. Haynes/Boston.

08.–29. 08.

Sonja Korak

Professor for flute at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna at the Franz Schubert Institute since 2020. Previously Lecturer and Senior Lecturer at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna at the LeonardBernsteinInstitutesince2001.Teacherinthe“Special Classes”–Project for talented pupils at the Johann Sebastian Bach Music School Vienna in cooperation with the Leonard Bernstein Institute of the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna. Flutist and member of the orchestra Camerata Salzburg. Flutist in Cappella Andrea Barca under the direction of Sir András Schiff, and in the Vienna Chamber Orchestra. Several years of performance in Bruckner Orchester Linz and Tonkünstler Orchester Niederösterreich.

Flute ensemble class 22.

08.–29. 08.

Barbara Gisler-Haase & Fereshteh Rahbari

The two founding members of the „Vienna Flautists” ensemble have dedicated themselves to the task of making their rich repertoire accessible to existing and future flute ensembles. The works, published by Universal Edition,mainlycomprise arrangements ofstring and piano literature from the Baroque to the 20th century, as well as contemporary compositions dedicated to the ensemble.

Thefluteensemblecourseisaimedparticularlyatteachers who supervise flute ensembles in their daily teaching, as well as young colleagues who want to start a flute ensemble.The course consists oftwo supervisedteaching units of 90 minutes each on four days a week. The aim of the course is to provide a comprehensive overview of the repertoire and to develop specific rehearsal techniques. Low-pitched instruments will be provided if required.

Class can be booked in addition to individual lessons or exclusively as ensemble lessons.

08.–22. 08.

Since2020professorforclarinetattheUniversityofMusic and Performing Arts Vienna, teaching position since 2017. Regularparticipation in theVienna State Opera Orchestra, Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, RSO Vienna, Bruckner Orchestra Linz, Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg, NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra, Staatskapelle Dresden and others. Performances as soloist and chamber musician in Germany, Austria and Japan. Since 2013 solo clarinettist in the Tonkünstler Orchester Niederösterreich. First musical education at the Landesmusikschule Frankenburg. 1997 studies at the Bruckner-Konservatorium Linz with M. Unterhuber, then at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna with Prof. J. Hindler. Successful graduation IGPand concert subject in 2012.First engagement at the Hessian State Theatre Wiesbaden in 2009. Internship at the Gürzenich Orchestra Cologne in 2010, engagement as solo clarinettist at the State Theatre Cottbus in 2011.

Christoph Moser

29. 08.–05. 09.

Martin Rainer

Clarinetist with the Vienna Symphony Orchestra since 2013. Senior lecturer for bass clarinet from 2019 to 2025 and interim head of a woodwind chamber music class at the University of Music and Performing Arts Graz. Since 2025,seniorartist and head ofhis own clarinet class atthe UniversityofMusicandPerformingArtsVienna.Studiedat the Mozarteum Salzburg/Innsbruck and at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna. Concert activities with the Vienna Symphony Orchestra, German Symphony Orchestra Berlin,Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg,Tyrolean Symphony Orchestra Innsbruck,Vienna Volksoper,Vienna State Opera Orchestra/Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. Member of the ensemble “Kammerfunk,” as well as active chambermusicactivitiesinvariousensembles.From2016 to 2020, studied composition and music theory at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna. Several performances in institutions such as the Vienna Musikverein, the Vienna Konzerthaus, and the Bregenz Festival.

Accompaniment

Vanda Albota

Sought-afteraccompanist at masterclasses and competitions; 2004–2012 lecturer at the "Hochschule für Musik in Weimar", 2012–2014 at the University ofArts Berlin. Since 2016 artistic cooperator for woodwind accompaniment at the Folkwang University of Arts in Essen. Orchestra concerts in Romania and Berlin, Leipzig, Zwickau, Bad Hersfeld, Weimar. Chamber music and lied accompaniment in addition to her soloistic activities. Numerous radio and TV recordings, large number of awards at international competitions. First musical education in Romania, her native land, studies supported by scholarships of the "KonradAdenauer-Stiftung" and the DAAD in Weimar. Piano concert exam, studies of historical keyboard instruments in Berlin. Diploma with concert exam.

Andrei Banciu

Accompaniment

Luca Ferrini

Professorandaccompanistatinternationalmasterclasses and competitions in Europe, (International Clarinet Competition Kortrijk-Gent), Armenia, Mexico (Henryk Szeryng Violin Competition), China (Beijing International Competition). Concerts as soloist, chamber musician and soloist with orchestra throughout Europe. Member of several contemporary music ensembles. Recordings for CD, radio and TV. Studies of piano, harpsichord, organ and organ composition at the Conservatoires of Music in Trieste and Udine. Accompanist at the Music Academy of Ljubljana. Professorofpiano,harpsichord,chambermusic and piano accompanist at Koper Music Gymnasium.

Studied with Prof Klaus Hellwig and Prof Fabio Bidini, as well as song composition with Prof Wolfram Rieger. Attended masterclasses with Badura-Skoda,Devoyon,Kämmerling, Pressler and Buchbinder. Numerous prizes at competitions, e.g. 1995 Rovere d'oro (Italy), 2010 Artur Schnabel Berlin. Included in the 60th Federal Selection of Concerts by Young Artists as a piano partner scholarship holder of the 2015 German Music Competition. Concerts worldwide, including at the Concertgebouw Amsterdam, solo concerts at the Kissinger Sommer. Pianist of the JacquesThibaud Ensemble since 2010.Has taught at Musica Mundi and universities in Leipzig, Berlin and Weimar.

Accompaniment

Yuna Hotozuka

Graduated with honours in 2018 from the Toho Conservatory of Music Tokyo with I. Miwa. Graduated from University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna with Master’s degree in piano, concert subject with W.Watzinger, chamber music with S. Mendl. Focus on accompaniment with M. Prinz and S. Gelleva. Prize winner of several Japanese piano competitions, including 3rd prize at 1st K Piano Solo Competition, 4th prize at 9th Tokyo Piano Competition and 5th prize at 11th Beten Music Competition. Finalist at 2023 Dr. Josef-Dichler Competition Vienna. Performed as soloist and chamber musician in concerts at Vienna Musikverein, Vienna Konzerthaus, Old Town Hall, Gesellschaft für Musiktheater, among others.

Accompaniment

Minze Kim

Began her musical education at the Conservatory Kyungpook National University in Daegu/Korea. Graduated in 2016 with the highest solo degree at the Hochschule für Musik Detmold in the class of pianist Anatol Ugorski. She received artistic impulses in master classes with András Schiff and Sergei Edelmann. She won the "Musik und Vermittlung" competition, which the Hochschule für Musik Detmold organized. In 2020 she made a viola and piano CD recording of two sonatas by Schostakovich together with Prof. Veit Hertenstein for Hässler Classic. Successful participation at the "Eurovision" Festival in Edinburgh, as well as in the masterclasses of Prof. Diemut Poppen in the Music Academy Sion 2022.

Pianist at the Music and Arts University of Vienna since 1994.Cooperation withtheVienna Symphonic,theVienna Philharmonic Orchestra and the Tonkuenstler Orchestra. Concerts with the “Wiener Virtuosen”. Member of the Amadeus Ensemble.Concerts inVienna,at music festivals like Grafenegg, Carinthian Summer, Klangbogen Wien, festival de música en frutillar (Chile). Official accompanist at auditions for all Viennese orchestras and at several competitions.Radio-,TV-andCDrecordings.Concerttours in Europe, Asia and South America. Teachers diploma for piano andviolin,diplomas forviolin,instrumental accompaniment,Lied accompaniment and opera accompaniment.

Accompaniment

Marcin Koziel

Since 2010 lecturer at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna and leading a class for correpetition for vocalists. Cooperation with well-known singing teachers e.g.with H.Lazarska,F.Araiza,G.Kahry,R.Piernay and M. Honig. Accompanist and music director, 2018 participation in productions including “Guillaume Tell” (Theater an der Wien), “Die Walküre” (Posen), “Der Silbersee” (Warsaw); 2014/15 he was tutor of the Young Ensemble at the Chamber Opera, now accompanist of the portrait concerts. Since 2003 close cooperation with the vocal ensemble of the Schleswig-Holstein Music Festival and the Lübeck Choir Academy, joint participation in numerous projects in Europe, South America and Asia.

Yoko Kuwahara

Sieglinde Michalko

TeacherattheJoeZawinulmusicschoolGumpoldskirchen, organist ofthe Deutschordenskirche Gumpoldskirchen as well as choir leader of the Atzgersdorfer Men’s Choral Society 1880. Numerous concerts at home and abroad, recordings for CD, radio and TV. Is greatly demanded as accompanist, especially for singers. Studied at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna under Prof. H. Langer-Rühl (piano), Prof. I. Ahlgrimm (cembalo), Mag. F. Lessky (organ). Accompanist of the Wiener Singakademie for manyyears.

Numerous concerts as soloist and also chamber musician in Japan, Belgium, France, Italy, Israel and Germany; accompanist at international master classes and competitions as well as in several instrumental classes at the conservatories in Lübeck and Rostock. Born in Japan in 1990. First piano lessons at the age of 4. Ggraduate of the renowned Toho Music High School and the Toho Gakuen Conservatory; studied in Lübeck with Prof. Inge-Susann Römhild, successfully completing the Master’s degree “Master of Music Correpetition”. Lübeck Choir Academy, joint participation in numerous projects in Europe, South America and Asia.

Accompaniment

Monika Nagy

Since 2005 at the Bern University of the Arts and since 2014 at the Swiss Opera Studio in Biel as a répétiteur. Studied piano in Budapest, Basel and Zurich, before completing her conducting diploma in Bern in 2015 with Dominik Roggen. Frequently performs as a soloist and chamber music partner/song accompanist in Switzerland and abroad and has recorded several recordings for Swiss radio SRF. Performs at various festivals, such as the FestivalofCultures(Hungary,Bern),BernLakeFestival,Festival International de Lied Fribourg, Festival Allegro Vivo (Vienna),NeustadtChamberMusicFestiva.Since2015musical directorofvarious choirs,ensembles and formations in Switzerland and regularly and international singing courses as well as various opera productions.

Tomoko Nishikawa

Accompaniment

Baiba Osina

Pianist at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna.Concertsassoloistandchambermusiciansuchas International Chopin Festival Gaming, Chamber Music festival Musiktage Mondsee, Wiener Festwochen and International Music Festival Varna. First prizes at international competitions, prizewinner of the chamber music competition Thessaloniki and the J. Windisch Chamber Music Competition in Vienna. Musical education in Riga with I Graubina and S. Osokins, afterwards studies at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna. Masterclasses e.g. with P. Badura-Skoda, E. Leonskaja.

Since 1995 accompanist at the University of Music and Theatre in Munich, 2002–2007 additional teacher at the University of Music Nuremberg-Augsburg. Piano accompanist at international master classes and competitions. Studied piano at the Hochschule für Musik in Munich, graduating with a master’s degree. Studied chamber music as a second major.Prizewinnerin solo and chamber music competitions, including first and special prizes at the international chamber music competition. 1996 accepted into the support programme of the “Yehudi Menuhin Live Music Now” association, voluntary work in the organisation.

Accompaniment

Sergio Posada

Since 1986 accompanist at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna. Solo- and chamber music concerts worldwide. Soloist with orchestras in Europe, South America andJapan.Soloist ofBeethoven’s piano concerts with the National Symphony Orchestra of Colombia and eight piano concerts fromW.A.Mozart with theAcademia Filarmónica de Medellín. Award winner at the International Harpsichord Competition in Lilienfeld, Austria, and at the International Friedrich Kuhlau Duo-Competition in Uhlsen, Germany, together with the flutist G. Ahumada. Studied at the Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes in his hometown Medellín, Colombia, and in Vienna with M. Mauriello (harpsichord) and A. Geberovich (piano).

Accompaniment

Tomoko Sawallisch

Soloist in Europe and Japan, debut in Germany with the first Brahms piano concert. Enthusiastic chamber musician in cooperation with e.g. Stephan Koncz, IngolfTurban und Markus Wolf. Steinway artist in 2015, belongs to a selected circle of international renowned pianists. Master studies with Gerhard Oppitz. Winner of numerous prizes and awards in her homeland Japan.

Pianist at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna.Concertsassoloistandchambermusiciansuchas International Chopin Festival Gaming, Chamber Music festival Musiktage Mondsee, Wiener Festwochen and International Music Festival Varna. First prizes at international competitions, prizewinner of the chamber music competition Thessaloniki and the J. Windisch Chamber Music Competition in Vienna. Musical education in Riga with I Graubina and S. Osokins, afterwards studies at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna. Masterclasses e.g. with P. Badura-Skoda, E. Leonskaja.

Accompaniment

Yumi

Sekiya

Since 1992 lecturer at the Munich University of Music and Drama and official piano accompanist at internationally renowned music competitions (ARD Music Competition Munich, International Instrumental Competition Markneukirchen, Tokyo International Viola Competition) as well as at international masterclasses in Europe and Japan. As a sought-after chamber music partner numerous concerts in many cities in Europe and Japan. Studied at the State University for Art and Music in Tokyo and then completed a masterclass study at the "Hochschule für Musik und Theater München" with Prof. K. Schilde. Masterclasses with R. Buchbinder.

Noriko Shima

Accompaniment

Noriko Ushioda

Accompanist at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna and at international masterclasses and competitions.Concertsas a soloist andchambermusician in Europe and Japan. Prizewinner at the Dr. Dichler Competition, Boesendorfer Competition and Allegro Vivo. Received an award atthe Maria Canals International Piano Competition (Barcelona), finalist at the Seiler International Competition in Germany.

BorninOsaka,Japan.Firstpianolessonsattheageoffour.

Studied at the Tokyo College of Music with Emiko Harimoto as well as at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna concert subject piano with Noel Flores. Prizewinner ofthe PTNA Piano Competition in Japan. Performances with various instruments as a chamber musician in Japan,Austria, Germany, Hungary and Italy. CD recording with Hans Gansch and Mathias Höfs “Gansch meets Höfs”.

“Spotlight on your body”

08. 08.– 15. 08.

Workshop with Silke Dewath

“Life is focused attention.”Every artist knows this moment of total presence – the attention that flows toward music, audience and expression. But true mastery also begins behind the stage: in how we relate to ourown body,to tension and release, to awareness itself. Silke’s workshops offer musicians an opportunity to reconnect with their body as a source of clarity, strength and balance – essential qualities on stage and beyond. You can choose between

• Morning Body Awakening (30 min, group): Gentle mindful exercises to activate body and mind before rehearsals.

• Guided Muscle Relaxation (20 min,group): Structured relaxation to support mental focus and regeneration.

• Massage sessions (30 min, individual): Targeted bodywork for recovery and renewed energy.

Workshop included in the course fee, please sign in with your application. Individual lessons bookable.

Workshop with Veronika Morscher

Performing on stage can be the most exhilarating feeling for some of us and hands down one of the most stressful situations for others. If you are struggling with this, there are a lot of possibilities to turn your stage experience from something that is driven by fear into something more enjoyable and more authentic. How can you find a little more ease and fulfillment on stage? How can you stay focused and maintain a strong presence? In this workshop, you’ll receive plenty of input through working with the body, breath, and mind. We will explore concepts from psychology, yoga and music physiology.

Join me for this interactive workshop where you will gather valuable tools to make your stage experience your own. Veronika Morscher is a singer-songwriter, yoga teacher and psychologist who teaches performance coaching, concentration practice, bodywork and yoga at Music and Performing Arts Universities in Vienna and Frankfurt.

Workshop included in the course fee, please sign in with your application. Individual lessons bookable.

“Performance training” 22. 08.– 29. 08.

Workshop with Lilian Genn

Performing music on stage is a highly complex matter. In addition to technical and musical aplomb, it also requires awareness for a coherent concert performance. Ears and eyes are the audience’s instruments for judging musical appearances - and these judgments start with the first step onto stage.

In this workshop, we will practise entering and leaving the stage,dealing with applause and making livelycontact with theaudience.Throughbodywork,weincreaseourpresence and strengthen ourwell-being on stage.

Workshop included in the course fee, please sign in with your application. Individual lessons bookable.

Workshop with Core a Kurth

With this workshop you can improve your skills on various topics:

• What can I do about stage fright/fear of performing?

• How can I stay well concentrated and keep a strong presence on stage?

• How can I find relief for recurring pain in hands, arms, shoulders, neck, back?

• How do I preserve practicing and playing enjoyable?

In our workshop we work on your individual issues by means of different mental training techniques, mindfulness- and resource management, yoga, music physiology and other methods. Coretta Kurth is a singer and teaches performance coaching, audition training, concentration practice and breathing and body work at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna. See more information on www.corettakurth.at

Workshop included in the course fee, please sign in with your application. Individual lessons bookable.

Workshop with Bijan Khadem-Missagh

Each year students of Allegro Vivo Summer Academy form a string orchestra, coached by the founder of the festival, Bijan Khadem-Missagh. The orchestra will work on a famous piece of music for strings.The concerts on 5th and 19thAugust,21.00,will be performed open air at the public lake Horn. All string players are invited to join this orchestraproject.Theparticipationisincludedinthecourse fee. Join this project and be enriched by this great experience.

Workshop included in the course fee, please sign in with your application.

Workshop Chamber music

Chamber music forms the focus of Allegro Vivo Festival anditsSummerAcademy,foritisagenuinetouchstonefor technical finesse, highly developed skills of artistic and socialinteractionandthematurityofamusician’scomprehension of music. Besides encouragement of existing ensembles, new formations will be arranged before beginning of the festival. Chosen literature will be developed within the course. Chamber music classes are offered for pianists,string players,wind instrument players and mixed ensembles and will be coached by renowned musicians.

Surcharge: € 60,– per week, please sign in with your application.

Information

Masterclasses

CLASSES

Classes are held by renowned artists and lecturers involving at least 3 hours per week per student. Participants have the choice between concert-, soloand chamber music literature. Also existing ensembles can be coached.

ACCOMPANIMENT

In addition to the classes, numerous accompanists will be available to help participants study and prepare for the music programme within the context ofthe course.

CHAMBER MUSIC CLASSES

Chamber music classes are offered for pianists, string players,wind instrument players and mixed ensembles.

Surcharge: € 60,– per week

CONCERTS

Participants may perform in one of the 20 concerts of the Summer Academy. Joint attendance of concerts (Concerts of the Summer Academy are free for participants, participants can obtain tickets for most other concerts ofthe festival for € 9,– as special offer).

ADDITIONAL OFFERS

Workshops included in the course fee

• “Spotlight on your body” (see page 64)

• “Fulfillment on stage” (see page 65)

• “Performance training” (see page 66)

• “Fit on your instrument” (see page 67)

• “Moonlight Serenade”– String Orchestra (see page 68)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Class venue: Kunsthaus Horn

• Pianos for practice will be available for at least 3 hours per day and participant

• Participants may practise in their rooms in agreement with their roommates, an additional limited number of practice rooms will be offered.

• Passive course attendance is possible upon registration.

• We recommend to all participants to obtain a personal travel and health insurance.

• In case ofyour cancellation,the following will be charged:

cancellation by 1st June: registration fee of € 150,–

cancellation until 1st July: 50% ofthe course fee and accomodation (incl. registration fee, course fee, additional offers)

cancellation after 1st July: 100% ofthe course fee and accomodation (incl. registration fee, course fee, additional offers)

Ifthe courses are cancelled due by official decree, we will refund already paid course fees (incl. accommodation and additional offers), according to the confirmation/invoice.

• Participants (under 18 years) are subject to the rules ofthe Children and Youth Protection Act.

Course fees

REGISTRATION FEE

In addition to the course fee

€ 150,–

The registration will only be processed after receipt ofthe registration fee. Confirmation will be sent after approval by the lecturer. Limited number of places available. Early registration is recommended. If the acceptance is refused by the professor, the fee will be refunded. For families or additional classes the registration fee is charged only once.

COURSE FEES

Masterclasses

aged from 15 years, born before 1st August, 2011

Strings,Winds,Vocal

€ 370,–

Piano€ 390,–

Chamber music from trio without individual tuition

Chamber music in addition to individual tuition

All prices excl. registration fee & accommodation

INDIVIDUAL COACHING

€ 175,–

€ 60,–

"Fulfillment on stage",“Fit on your instrument”,“Performance training"

Additional coaching for individuals and small groups

(1 × 45 min)€ 40,–

(3 × 45 min)€ 100,–

Group unit (75 min, max. 4 persons)€ 75,–

All prices excl. registration fee & accommodation TRANSFER

SERVICE

Vienna to Horn

Saturday, 8th Aug., 15th Aug., 22nd Aug. and 29th Aug., 3 p.m.

Horn to Vienna

Saturday, 15th Aug., 22nd Aug., 29th Aug. and 5th Sept., 10 a.m.

€ 25,–

€ 25,–

Accomodation and terms of payment

ACCOMMODATION

Horn, Bundesschülerheim

Bed & Breakfast

Availability: every course week

Double Room/double occupancy shared shower and toilet on the corridor 7 nights p.p.€ 280,–

Campus Horn only full board

Availability: 22.Aug.–29.Aug.; 29.Aug.–5. Sept.

Double Room/double occupancy en suite shower and toilet7 nights p.p.€ 525,–

Single room en suite shower and toilet7 nights p.p.€ 742,–

Horn, Hotel Blie

Bed & Breakfast

Availability: every course week

Double Room/double occupancy en suite shower and toilet7 nights p.p.€ 385,–

Single room en suite shower and toilet7 nights p.p.€ 560,–

TERMS OF PAYMENT

Registration deadline30th April, 2026

Approvals will be carried out currently as far as possible, not later than until 1st July. The course fee has to be paid by15th June, 2026

Without charges for the receiver by remittance to account “Academia Allegro Vivo – Festival Austria” Sparkasse Horn

IBAN AT16 2022 1000 0000 4952

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All prices incl. taxes

As there are no vacancies in private lodging in Horn and surroundings during the time of our summer academy, we firmly recommend booking the course and one of our offered accommodation at the same time.

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Classes for the youth, children and their parents

23. 08.–29. 08.

Lydia Altenburger Violin

International violinist and violist, has lived and worked in Vienna since 2007. She dedicates herselfto teaching children very successfully. Her students are regularly winners of“Prima la Musica”.As chambermusician playing at festivals e.g. the Swabian Spring, Prussia Cove, the Upper Austrian Collegiate Concerts, the Neuberger Kulturtage and the LOISIARTE. Chamber music performances with partners such as Patrick Demenga, Eszter Haffner, Reinhard Latzko, Michel Lethiec, Christoph Schiller, Marko Ylönen and the music band Franui. Regular collaboration with orchestras such asthe RSOVienna,theViennaVolksopernorchester,theWienerKammerorchesterortheCamerata Nordica in Sweden. Lydia Altenburger was born in London. She studied violin under H. Davies and piano under D. de Saram at the Royal Academy of Music. 2006 graduation with unanimous distinction.

23. 08.–29. 08.

Michaela Girardi-Riegler

She teaches at the Mozarteum University Salzburg. Her students often win prizes in well-known national and international competitions. Studied at the Mozarteum University Salzburg, Indiana University in the USA, and the Lübeck University of Music. Solo performances with various orchestras such as Camerata Salzburg, the Mozarteum Orchestra, and the Bruckner Orchestra Linz. As a memberofthe Callino Quartet (2006–2009),she was influenced by artists such as the Hagen Quartet, E. Feltz, W. Levin, G. Kurtag, and E. Höbarth. Concert tours to Wigmore Hall, IMS Prussia Cove, the Vienna Konzerthaus, the Beethovenfest Bonn, and the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg.As a memberofthe œnmAustrian Ensemble for New Music, the Ensemble Risonanze Erranti, and the Ensemble Plus, she works with composers such as W. Rihm, P. Ruzicka, H. Lachenmann, N. Brass, and H. Parra. Since 2008 principal violist in the Camerata Salzburg and, since 2024, concertmaster of the Vorarlberg Symphony Orchestra.

16. 08.–23. 08.

Martha Khadem-Missagh

Solo performances worldwide and highly in-demand chamber musician. Since 2011 professor at the Conservatory of Luxembourg. Performances as soloist with the Tonkuenstler Orchestra, Vienna Chamber Orchestra and Academia Allegro Vivo, concerts throughout Europe, the U.S. , South Africa and Japan. Invited to play at the Salzburg Festival, Carinthian Summer, Mondsee Festival, Klangspuren Tirol. Chamber musician partner of R. Batik, P.Demenga,B.Moser.First prizewinner ofseveral competitions such as Carl Flesch-Academy 2000 in BadenBaden, Germany, and chosen Young Concert Artist of the first Starling-DeLay Symposium 2001 in New York with I. Perlman, D. DeLay and others. CD- and TV recordings. Studies at the Conservatory of Music Vienna and at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna under G. Schulz and C.Altenburger.

23. 08.–29. 08.

Bojidara Kouzmanova

Lecturer at Friedrich Gulda School of Music Vienna. Studies at the National School of Music “Lyubomir Pipkov” in Sofia and University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna. Participated in violin courses with Prof. Munteanu (Romania) in 1994, V. Milanova (Bulgaria) and M. Barta (United States) from 1995to 1999,withJ.L.Garcia (Spain) and with A. Kottmann (Germany) in 1999 and 2000, and with V. Spivakov (Russia) in 2000. Played with Prague Radio Symphony Orchestra, Plovdiv Philharmonic Orchestra, Rousse Philharmonic Orchestra, Varna Philharmonic Orchestra, Vratza Philharmonic Orchestra, Vidin Philharmonic Orchestra, Youth Orchestra “Plovdiv”, Bohuslav Martinů Philharmonic Orchestra, Sofia Symphonic Orchestra,Bachsolisten (Vienna),Neues Orchester Basel (Switzerland), Kottmann Streicher, Montevideo Symphony Orchestra, Uruguay as soloist. Appeared in Australia, Austria, France, Germany, Greece, Israel, Italy, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Uruguay and USA.

16. 08.–23. 08.

Alexandra Rappitsch Violin

Studied with W. Klasinc in Graz and with M. Frischenschlager and R. Küchl in Vienna. Completed her studies with a MasterofMusic degree in NewYork.While studying in New York, where she focused on chamber music, she shifted herfocusto pedagogy,inspired byL.Kaplan,director of the Pre-College Division of the Juilliard School of Music. Since 1991 she has been teaching in Austria at the conservatory in Feldkirch, and has also been involved in developing programs to promote gifted students in the province ofLowerAustria.Well over100 first prize winners of national and international competitions have taken her students to concerts in New York, Toronto, Venice, Hanover, Chur, Budapest, Salzburg, Graz, and Vienna. Many of her students now hold top positions in the Vienna and Berlin Philharmonic Orchestras and other leading orchestras. Her teaching is characterized by the finest technical refinement of musical and artistic expression.

Tatjana Sotri er

Studied violin with G. Zhislin in Moscow. At the age of 18 she emigrated with her parents to Vienna, where she continued her studies with Prof. B. Kuschnir at the Vienna Conservatory. She won international competitions and enjoyed success as a soloist and chamber musician, as well as playing in major orchestras. Immediately after her arrival in Austria, she began teaching. Her students have won more than 150 first prizes at Austria's most important youth competition, the prima la musica national competition. They have also won prizes and awards at international competitions such as the Ysaye Competition, the Brahms Competition, the Zhuhai Competition, the Michael Hill Competition, and many others.

16. 08.–29. 08.

Kamelia Bayrov-Dimov Violoncello

Began her cello training at age of ten under the guidance of her father, J. Bayrov. Accepted into the preparatory course at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna at 13. Studies with V. Erben and W. Aichinger. Multiple 1st prizes in national competition Prima la Musica. Holds a BachelorofArts degree with distinction from Konservatorium Wien Privatuniversität. Obtained Master of Arts degree with distinction under tutelage of L. SchulzBayrova. Impulses from S. Isserlis, W. Schulz, C. Stradner, and J. Meissl. Performed as soloist and chamber musician in national and international venues. At Vienna Music School since 2017, with her students achieving multiple 1st prizes at the Prima la Musica competition.

One-week course also available

23. 08.–29. 08.

Michael Luginbühl

Michael Luginbühl is a Vienna-based cellist educated in Lucerne and Vienna, with additional training from renowned artists like M. Perényi and A. Noras. He has performed with major Austrian orchestras and is active in chamber,church,andViennese classical music.Amember of the Vienna Cathedral Orchestra, the Orchestra of St. Augustin, and the Wienerklassik Solisten, he also plays in the Küchl Quartet. Since 2019, he has taught at the Music Schools ofVienna,where his students have earned awards at Prima la Musica.His teaching follows theAndré Navarra tradition, combining technical precision with expressive depth.

16. 08.–29. 08.

Fereshteh Rahbari

Former Senior Lecturer at the University of Music and performing Arts Vienna and at the Vienna Music School. Founding member of the flutist’s ensemble Vienna Flautists. Numerous radio- and TV productions, CD recordings and concert tours in Europe, Far East and South America. Lecturer at various youth and masterclasses as well as workshops for teachers at home and abroad. Member of the jury at numerous competitions. Author of flute literature forthe publishing house Universal Edition.Successful preparation courses for entrance and final examinations. Studies at the University of Music and performing Arts Vienna in the subjects concert studies, teaching flute and breathing technique for wind players.

One-week course also available

Juan Sebastián Acosta

International conductor, until 2017 chief conductor of the orchestra of the Vienna University ofTechnology and until 2015 musical director of the Opera Jove de Catalunya in Barcelona. Since its foundation in 2016 head of the children’s orchestra of the Vienna University of Technology “TUO-next generation”. In 2015 performances of Beethoven’s Fidelio with the orchestra ofthe Vienna University of Technology. In 2013 concerts with the Orquesta FilarmónicadeBogotá.MemberoftheArnoldSchönbergChoir Vienna with opera and concert performances at “Theater an der Wien” and Vienna’s Musikverein. 2017 soloist with the Concentus Musicus Vienna at the opening of the Harnoncourt-daysinSanktGeorgenamAttergau.Prizewinner of competitions such as “Professor Dichler competition 2012” in Vienna. Studies at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna under U. Lajovic and E. Ortner. Masterclasses with A. Orozco-Estrada. Longterm experience in conducting children’s andyouth orchestras.

Accompaniment

Andrea Linsbauer

Soloist and chamber musician. Performances at Semanas musicales de Frutillar (Chile), Wexford Festival, Erregal Festival (Ireland). Concerts at National Concert Hall Dublin, Glinka Kapela, St. Petersburg, National Opera Kiev, Teatro Carlo Felice Genova and Teatro Verdi, Padova, in Austria at Brucknerhaus Linz, Radiokulturhaus Vienna, Millstatt Festival. As well known performer of the work of Fritz Kreisler, chamber music partner of C. Altenburger, B. Schmid, E. Schagerl. Multiple scholarships of the Federal Ministry of Science and City of Vienna. Studies under N.Veljkovic in Vienna and T. Kerbl at the former ConservatoryofMusicinLinz.MusicalimpulsesfromT.Kreuzberger, W. Salio, R.Vignoles.

Veronika Trisko

Yi-Ting Wu-Mi ermayer

Teaching at the music school in Klosterneuburg and lecturer at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna. Concerts with Pandolfis Consort Vienna and Trio Divertimento. Radio- and CD recordings. Studied concert organ, instrumental education, harpsichord and piano at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna. In 1999 award from the Ministry of Science.

Began piano and composition lessons at Yamaha Europe inVienna and Germanyat 5.Showcased hercompositions in concerts across Germany, Budapest, Milan, and Budweis. University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna with A. Sauer from 1998. 2001 studies with C. Berner and M. Hughes. Piano chamber music at the Musik und Kunst Privatuniversität der Stadt Wien, graduating in 2005 with her duo partner J.Gröbner. Collaborations with B. Kolar (violin), C. Wimmer (Vienna Philharmonic's solo bassist), and V. Khadem-Missagh (violin). Tours in the USA, Mexico, Colombia, France, Germany, Italy, Norway, Hungary, and Japan with solo and chamber performances.

CLASSES FOR THE YOUTH, CHILDREN AND THEIR PARENTS

The courses are dedicated to children up to the age of 16, accompanied by an adult.

CLASSES

The classes aimed to encourage children’s passion in music and foster their joy in making music. Daily rehearsals, practice and companionship have a positive impact on their ability to strengthen their qualities and musical development. The period of two weeks make sustainable pedagogical effects possible. Lecturers share their expertise, but also their great love for music. Lessons, accompaniment and chamber music training will provide participants with new experiences. Parents escort their children and are part of the courses to encourage and support their children best possible at the courses as well as during the year.

ACCOMPANIMENT

In addition to the classes, numerous accompanists will be available to help participants study and prepare for the music programme within the context of the course. The number of lessons goes by the children’s abilities and according to the professors.

ALLEGRO VIVO CHILDREN AND YOUTH ORCHESTRA

Performing in the orchestra is an integral part of the first course week for strings and flute. Concert on 23rd August, 4 p.m., Kunsthaus Horn.

CHAMBER MUSIC CLASSES

We offer chamber music lessons in the first week.

CONCERTS

Participants can perform in one of the concerts of the Summer Academy. Joint attendance at concerts (participants in the children’s courses enjoy free entry, accompanying persons pay € 9,–)

“DEDICATED TO PARENTS”

Weekly exchange of experiences on relevant topics all about music, with Bijan Khadem-Missagh and Vahid Khadem-Missagh.

LEISURE TIMES

Campus Horn has a wide choice of leisure attractions for families. At the outdoor area there is a playground and a sport area, the public swimming pool is nearby –the entry is free.The centre ofHorn offers various pubs, restaurants and shops within walking distance. Indoor the Campusthere is a playroom forsmall children,table tennis, meeting rooms and much more leisure offers.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Accommodation including full board or breakfast at Campus Horn. External accommodation is possible.

• In case ofyour cancellation,the following will be charged:

cancellation by 1st June: registration fee of € 150,–

cancellation until 1st July: 50% ofthe course fee and accomodation (incl. registration fee, course fee, additional offers)

cancellation after 1st July: 100% ofthe course fee and accomodation (incl. registration fee, course fee, additional offers)

Ifthe courses are cancelled by official decree, we will refund already paid course fees (incl. accommodation and additional offers), according to the confirmation/ invoice.

Course fees

REGISTRATION FEE

In addition to the course fee € 150,–

The registration will only be processed after receipt of the registration fee. Confirmation will be sent after approval by the lecturer. Limited number of places available. Early registration is recommended. If the acceptance is refused by the professor, the fee will be refunded. For families or additional classes the registration fee is charged only once.

COURSE FEES

16.– 29. August

Strings, Flute€ 390,–

16.– 23. August

Strings, Flute€ 240,–

23.– 29. August

Strings, Flute€ 240,–

Children and youth orchestra

Juan Sebastián Acosta, 16.–23.August included

Chamber music

23.–29.August included

Rhythm workshop

24.–26.August included

All prices excl. registration fee & accommodation

Asthere are novacancies in private lodging in Horn and surroundings during the time of our summer academy, we firmly recommend booking the course and one of our offered accommodation at the same time.

ACCOMMODATION

Campus Horn first weeksecond weekboth weeks ageboard(7 nights)(6 nights)(13 nights)

4–9 yearsfull 392,–336,–728,–

b&b 308,–264,–572,–

10–14 yearsfull 413,–354,– 767,–

b&b 336,–288,–624,–

age 15+full 525,–450,– 975,–

b&b 413,–354,– 767,–

single room surcharge: 31,– per night

TERMS OF PAYMENT

Registration deadline30th April, 2026

The course fee has to be paid by 1st June, 2026

Without charges forthe receiver by remittance to account “Academia Allegro Vivo – Festival Austria” Sparkasse Horn

Concerts

FRIDAY, 7th AUGUST

19.00

Gmünd Neustadt, Herz-Jesu-Kirche

Au akt

Programm und Ausführende wie Eröffnungskonzert

SATURDAY, 8th AUGUST

19.00

Stift Altenburg, Bibliothek

Präludium

Programm und Ausführende wie Eröffnungskonzert

SUNDAY, 9th AUGUST

09.15

Kunsthaus Horn, Festsaal

16.00

Stift Altenburg, Bibliothek

Begrüßung der Sommerakademie I

“On Stage” Erö nungskonzert

Respighi, Schulze,Tschaikowski Alexander Swete, Gitarre Academia Allegro Vivo Vahid Khadem-Missagh, Violine & Dirigent

TUESDAY, 11th AUGUST

19.00

Harmannsdorf, Schüttkasten

21.00

Horn, Stadtsee

“Musik und Wort”

“Moonlight Serenade”

TeilnehmerInnen der Meisterkurse

WEDNESDAY, 12th AUGUST

19.00

Stift Altenburg, Bibliothek

“Con passione” Artists in Residence

THURSDAY, 13th AUGUST

19.00

Brunn am Wald, Wasserschloss

“Klangsteg” Konzert der Meisterkurse

FRIDAY, 14th AUGUST

11.00

Kunsthaus Horn, Vereinshaus Horn

19.00

Altpölla, Pfarrkirche

Sommerakademie Matinéen TeilnehmerInnen der Meisterkurse

“Ausstrahlung” Konzert der Meisterkurse

SATURDAY, 15th AUGUST

20.00

Kunsthaus Horn, Arkadenhof (bei Regenwetter Vereinshaus)

“Classic goes Balkan” Ensemble Uwaga

SUNDAY, 16th AUGUST

09.15

Kunsthaus Horn, Festsaal

16.00

Gars/Thunau, Gertrudskirche

19.00

Campus Horn, Weitblick

Begrüßung der Sommerakademie II

"Paganini" Benjamin Schmid, Violine Stian Carstensen, Akkordeon

Begrüßung der Kinderkurse

TUESDAY, 18th AUGUST

19.00

Langenlois, Loisium

“Bella ciao!" Ensemble Kammerfunk

WEDNESDAY, 19th AUGUST

10.30 Horn, Pfarrgasse

19.00

Stift Altenburg, Bibliothek

“Open Space” Konzert der Meisterkurse

“Bühnenmenschen” Artists in Residence

Concerts

THURSDAY, 20th AUGUST

19.00

Waldreichs, Alte Kapelle

“Con anima” Konzert der Meisterkurse

FRIDAY, 21st AUGUST

11.00

Kunsthaus Horn, Vereinshaus Horn

19.00

Stift Geras, Mamorsaal

Sommerakademie Matinéen TeilnehmerInnen der Meisterkurse

“Tonangebend” Konzert der Meisterkurse

SATURDAY, 22nd AUGUST

20.00

Kunsthaus Horn, Arkadenhof (bei Regenwetter Vereinshaus Horn)

Galakonzert

Rossini, Mozart, Puccini Academia Allegro Vivo Vahid Khadem-Missagh, Violine und Dirigent

SUNDAY, 23rd AUGUST

09.15

Kunsthaus Horn, Festsaal

11.00

Kunsthaus Horn

16.00

Kunsthaus Horn, Arkadenhof (bei Regenwetter Vereinshaus Horn)

Begrüßung der Sommerakademie III

Ausstellungserö nung “On Stage”

Familiennachmi ag “Bühne frei!”

Orchester der Kinder- und Jugendkurse

J. S. Acosta, Leitung

TUESDAY, 25th AUGUST

21.00 Horn, Stadtsee

“Moonlight Serenade”

TeilnehmerInnen der Meisterkurse

WEDNESDAY, 26th AUGUST

19.00

Stift Altenburg, Bibliothek

“Il tramonto” Artists in Residence

THURSDAY, 27th AUGUST

19.00 Stift Zwettl, Festsaal

19.00 Campus Horn, Kulisse

“Füreinander” Konzert der Meisterkurse

"Klangkulisse" TeilnehmerInnen der Kinderkurse

FRIDAY, 28th AUGUST

10.30 Campus Horn, Weitblick

11.00 Kunsthaus Horn, Vereinshaus Horn

16.00 Maria Dreieichen, Basilika

19.00 Schloss Greillenstein, Festsaal

“Da capo” TeilnehmerInnen der Kinderkurse

Sommerakademie Matinéen TeilnehmerInnen der Meisterkurse

“Himmlisch” TeilnehmerInnen der Kinderkurse

“Im Flow” Konzert der Meisterkurse

SATURDAY, 29th AUGUST

10.30 Campus Horn, Weitblick

19.00 Göpfritz/Wild, Kulturstadl

“Visionen” Abschlussmatinéen der Kinderkurse

“Südwind” Eduard Kutrowatz, Klavier Kateryna Titova, Klavier Michael Dangl, Rezitation

SUNDAY, 30th AUGUST

09.15 Kunsthaus Horn, Festsaal

16.00 Burg Raabs Großer Rittersaal

Begrüßung der Sommerakademie IV

“Italienische Serenade” Mozart,Wolf, Puccini Minetti Quartett

Concerts

TUESDAY, 1st SEPTEMBER

19.00

Gutshof Schickenhof, Großer Salon

“Musiksalon”

WEDNESDAY, 2nd SEPTEMBER

10.30

Horn, Pfarrgasse

19.00

Stift Altenburg, Bibliothek

“Open Space” Konzert der Meisterkurse

“Auserlesenes” Artists in Residence

THURSDAY, 3rd SEPTEMBER

19.00

Schloss Drösiedl, Festsaal

“Meisterstück” Konzert der Meisterkurse

FRIDAY, 4th SEPTEMBER

11.00

Kunsthaus Horn, Vereinshaus Horn

19.00

Schloss Rosenburg, Bibliothek

Sommerakademie Matinéen TeilnehmerInnen der Meisterkurse

“Im Rampenlicht” Konzert der Meisterkurse

SATURDAY, 5th SEPTEMBER

18.00

Schönberg, Alte Schmiede

“La folia” Jelena Popržan, Viola & Gesang

SUNDAY, 6th SEPTEMBER

16.00

Oberdürnbach, Filialkirche

“Soirée musicale” Mozart, Rota,Verdi Kandinsky Quartett

THURSDAY, 10th SEPTEMBER

19.00

Waidhofen, Stadtpfarrkirche

“La sorpresa” Vivaldi, Boccherini, Hofmann Wranitzky Kammerorchester Prag Marek Štilec, Dirigent

FRIDAY, 11th SEPTEMBER

19.30

Ziersdorf, Konzerthaus Weinviertel

“Avanti, avanti” Schneeberger & Bakanic Quartett

SATURDAY, 12th SEPTEMBER

18.00

Burg Schleinitz, Rittersaal

“Klangbrücke” Duo Sonoma

Andrea Eckert, Rezitation

SUNDAY, 13th SEPTEMBER

16.00

Burgschleinitz, Rittersaal

“Teatime”

Andrea Eckert, Rezitation

THURSDAY, 17th SEPTEMBER

19.00

Schloss Weitra, Arkadenhof

“Klangschloss” Programm und Ausführende wie Abschlusskonzert

FRIDAY, 18th SEPTEMBER

19.00

Stift Göttweig, Stiftskirche

“Die Himmel erzählen...” Programm und Ausführende wie Abschlusskonzert

SATURDAY, 19th SEPTEMBER

18.00

Stift Altenburg, Bibliothek

“Italienische Symphonie” Programm und Ausführende wie Abschlusskonzert

SUNDAY, 20th SEPTEMBER

16.00

Stift Altenburg, Bibliothek

Festivalabschlusskonzert Mozart, Mendelssohn Academia Allegro Vivo Vahid Khadem-Missagh, Violine & Dirigent

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Founder

Prof. Bijan Khadem-Missagh

Scholarship donator

Niederösterreich-Fonds, EVN, Gerhard und Gretchen Eder, Andreas Egger, Mag. Almuth Graf, Österreichische Gesellschaft vom Goldenen Kreuze, Univ.-Prof. Dir. Dr. Fritz F. Steininger

Thanks to

For supporting Allegro Vivo, we would like to thank in particular the Lower Austria state government, the Lower Austria cultural department, Federal Ministry Housing, Arts, Culture, Media and Sport; Federal Ministry Education, the municipality of Horn as well as the media partners and sponsors.

Management

Mag. Nikolaus Straka MAS, managing director Andrea Bauer-Hundlinger, festival office Leona Schleicher, festival office Allegro Vivo is supported by the Academia Allegro Vivo association.

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INFORMATION

Contact: Festival Office summeracademy@allegro-vivo.at

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