Caprices Gstaad 2024 | Photo by Alex Negulescu

Music meets the soul on beautiful Eggli

Caprices’ dance music scene brought an unforgettable experience last weekend in its second edition of the festival in Gstaad. GstaadLife's reporter stood the test of time - a three-day dance extravaganza!

Caprices Gstaad 2024 | Photo by Alex Negulescu

Music meets the soul on beautiful Eggli

Caprices’ dance music scene brought an unforgettable experience last weekend in its second edition of the festival in Gstaad. GstaadLife's reporter stood the test of time - a three-day dance extravaganza!


Two genres, one goal: the transfusion of two musical styles. In front, the Vision String Quartet; in the back, DJ and e-violinist Seth Schwarz. All photos by THERESA PEWAL

Blending classical and electronic music at Eggli Berghaus

Classical music for some, electronic for others: at the “Visions of Classical Music – Trans-Classics X”, two distinct musical worlds collided on the Eggli, expanding our horizons. The evening’s transformation proved that this “transfusion” of genres worked beauti ...
Two genres, one goal: the transfusion of two musical styles. In front, the Vision String Quartet; in the back, DJ and e-violinist Seth Schwarz. All photos by THERESA PEWAL

Blending classical and electronic music at Eggli Berghaus

Classical music for some, electronic for others: at the “Visions of Classical Music – Trans-Classics X”, two distinct musical worlds collided on the Eggli, expanding our horizons. The evening’s transformation proved that this “transfusion” of genres worked beauti ...

Little Big Town | Photo courtesy of Country Night Gstaad

Jubilee edition - 35 years of Country Night Gstaad

For its 35th anniversary edition, Country Night Gstaad presents a musically exceptional line-up. The award-winning group Little Big Town will honour the renowned country festival this year. Chapel Hart and Tyler Booth complete the anniversary line-up.

Little Big Town | Photo courtesy of Country Night Gstaad

Jubilee edition - 35 years of Country Night Gstaad

For its 35th anniversary edition, Country Night Gstaad presents a musically exceptional line-up. The award-winning group Little Big Town will honour the renowned country festival this year. Chapel Hart and Tyler Booth complete the anniversary line-up.


GstaadLife 5 | Editorial

Coming together! As we bask in the afterglow of the EFG Swiss Open Gstaad, it’s clear that sports have a unique power to bring us together. This month’s theme, “Coming Together”, celebrates the connections we forge through sports and community initiatives.

GstaadLife 5 | Editorial

Coming together! As we bask in the afterglow of the EFG Swiss Open Gstaad, it’s clear that sports have a unique power to bring us together. This month’s theme, “Coming Together”, celebrates the connections we forge through sports and community initiatives.


Sir Antonio Pappano | Photograph: courtesy of Gstaad Menuhin Festival | Mark Allan

Conducting creativity - Interview with Sir Antonio Pappano

After 22 years as music director of the Royal Opera House, Sir Antonio Pappano will soon take up the position of chief conductor of the London Symphony Orchestra. He spoke with GstaadLife ahead of the two programmes he is conducting at this year’s Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy.

Sir Antonio Pappano | Photograph: courtesy of Gstaad Menuhin Festival | Mark Allan

Conducting creativity - Interview with Sir Antonio Pappano

After 22 years as music director of the Royal Opera House, Sir Antonio Pappano will soon take up the position of chief conductor of the London Symphony Orchestra. He spoke with GstaadLife ahead of the two programmes he is conducting at this year’s Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy.


Photographs:  Verein Castellan in Saanen

Open Air Theatre Saanenland presents Der Chrüzwäg vom Castellan

Every year, the Saanenland offers a smorgasbord of events and attractions, from sports to concerts to festivals and more. This year, something especially thrilling is in the air. Literally. Because Der Chrüzwäg vom Castellan, a play by Johann Jakob Romang, will be performed throughout August ...
Photographs:  Verein Castellan in Saanen

Open Air Theatre Saanenland presents Der Chrüzwäg vom Castellan

Every year, the Saanenland offers a smorgasbord of events and attractions, from sports to concerts to festivals and more. This year, something especially thrilling is in the air. Literally. Because Der Chrüzwäg vom Castellan, a play by Johann Jakob Romang, will be performed throughout August ...

The Menuhin tree-planting team: (back row, from left) forester Daniel Bütschi, Beatrice Frautschi, Seraina Jung, Christoph Müller, (front row, from left) Jasmin Teuscher, Christine von Siebenthal, Arina Kropf and Lukas Wittermann.

Trees Instead of Flowers

Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy Embraces Lasting Sustainability. In a shift towards sustainability, the Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy has embarked on a meaningful change by replacing traditional flower bouquets with tree certificates for up-and-coming artists. This innovative initiative ...
The Menuhin tree-planting team: (back row, from left) forester Daniel Bütschi, Beatrice Frautschi, Seraina Jung, Christoph Müller, (front row, from left) Jasmin Teuscher, Christine von Siebenthal, Arina Kropf and Lukas Wittermann.

Trees Instead of Flowers

Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy Embraces Lasting Sustainability. In a shift towards sustainability, the Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy has embarked on a meaningful change by replacing traditional flower bouquets with tree certificates for up-and-coming artists. This innovative initiative ...

Pablo Ziegler (piano), Anzhe Zuo (cello), Manu Compté (band.), Virgilio Monti (double bass)

Pablo Ziegler Headlines at the Gstaad Tango Festival!

Don't miss the electrifying performance by Argentinian Grammy Winner, Pablo Ziegler, and his quartet at the 2nd Gstaad Tango Festival! Taking place on Friday, May 24th, at the picturesque Lauenen Church.

Pablo Ziegler (piano), Anzhe Zuo (cello), Manu Compté (band.), Virgilio Monti (double bass)

Pablo Ziegler Headlines at the Gstaad Tango Festival!

Don't miss the electrifying performance by Argentinian Grammy Winner, Pablo Ziegler, and his quartet at the 2nd Gstaad Tango Festival! Taking place on Friday, May 24th, at the picturesque Lauenen Church.


The red outline shows the perimeter of the site. It is currently occupied by multi-purpose buildings and premises for sport and leisure as well as temporary cultural buildings. The white tent shape is clearly recognisable.

Gstaad Concert Hall: Stepping Stone Towards a Major Goal

The municipality of Saanen invites you to an informative session on Wednesday, April 24th at 8 p.m. in the Gstaad parish hall titled "Gstaad Sports and Cultural Centre" (previous article published in GstaadLife 17 January 2022).

The red outline shows the perimeter of the site. It is currently occupied by multi-purpose buildings and premises for sport and leisure as well as temporary cultural buildings. The white tent shape is clearly recognisable.

Gstaad Concert Hall: Stepping Stone Towards a Major Goal

The municipality of Saanen invites you to an informative session on Wednesday, April 24th at 8 p.m. in the Gstaad parish hall titled "Gstaad Sports and Cultural Centre" (previous article published in GstaadLife 17 January 2022).


Simon Gabriel, trumpet, guest soloist at the Saanen Easter Concerts 2024. Press photo

Saanen Easter Concerts Spotlight Haydn's Trumpet Concerto & Rising Star Soloist

Experience the magic of classical music as the Saanen Easter Concerts take center stage, presenting a captivating showcase of talent and tradition. From the timeless melodies of Haydn's acclaimed Trumpet Concerto to the electrifying performance by rising star soloist Simon Gabriel, immerse yourself ...
Simon Gabriel, trumpet, guest soloist at the Saanen Easter Concerts 2024. Press photo

Saanen Easter Concerts Spotlight Haydn's Trumpet Concerto & Rising Star Soloist

Experience the magic of classical music as the Saanen Easter Concerts take center stage, presenting a captivating showcase of talent and tradition. From the timeless melodies of Haydn's acclaimed Trumpet Concerto to the electrifying performance by rising star soloist Simon Gabriel, immerse yourself ...

Michel Dalberto led the talents through the festival

UPDATE! The great pianist Stephen Hough was due to open this year's Sommets Musicaux de Gstaad festival. Due to illness, he was unable to take part in the festival and Michel Dalberto took his place as pianist instead.

Michel Dalberto led the talents through the festival

UPDATE! The great pianist Stephen Hough was due to open this year's Sommets Musicaux de Gstaad festival. Due to illness, he was unable to take part in the festival and Michel Dalberto took his place as pianist instead.


Photograph: © Patricia Dietzi / GNYMF

Exploring new musical frontiers

A harmonious synergy of two extraordinary instrumentalists creating enchanting melodies and the versatile soprano who weaves together the rich tapestry of multiple cultures through her captivating voice.

Photograph: © Patricia Dietzi / GNYMF

Exploring new musical frontiers

A harmonious synergy of two extraordinary instrumentalists creating enchanting melodies and the versatile soprano who weaves together the rich tapestry of multiple cultures through her captivating voice.


Marthe Keller Photograph: © Anush Abrar

The piano takes central stage

The 24th edition of the Sommets Musicaux de Gstaad Festival is scheduled to take place from 26 January to 3 February, 2024. Artistic director Renaud Capuçon has curated a diverse and exciting program that celebrates the piano as its central theme. The festival showcases both established stars ...
Marthe Keller Photograph: © Anush Abrar

The piano takes central stage

The 24th edition of the Sommets Musicaux de Gstaad Festival is scheduled to take place from 26 January to 3 February, 2024. Artistic director Renaud Capuçon has curated a diverse and exciting program that celebrates the piano as its central theme. The festival showcases both established stars ...

Photograph: Kerem S. Maurer

The first cycle of change

Music on its own might not change the world, but it can definitely contribute to it said Artistic Director Christoph Müller on launching the ambitious program cycle called CHANGE. As the echoes of the last notes from this year’s Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy fade away, he offers ...
Photograph: Kerem S. Maurer

The first cycle of change

Music on its own might not change the world, but it can definitely contribute to it said Artistic Director Christoph Müller on launching the ambitious program cycle called CHANGE. As the echoes of the last notes from this year’s Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy fade away, he offers ...

Country Road - Country Night comes to Gstaad

Country music originated in the folk sound of rural southern and western United States. Characterised by twangy guitars, fiddles, banjos, simple melodies and melancholy ballads, it’s growing in popularity the world over. And for 34 years, this country road has also led to Gstaad.

Country Road - Country Night comes to Gstaad

Country music originated in the folk sound of rural southern and western United States. Characterised by twangy guitars, fiddles, banjos, simple melodies and melancholy ballads, it’s growing in popularity the world over. And for 34 years, this country road has also led to Gstaad.


Miranda Lambert has been one of Nashville

Get Your Country On at Country Night Gstaad

Get ready to dust off those cowboy boots and don your best plaid shirts because in Gstaad, the Country Night is just around the corner!

Miranda Lambert has been one of Nashville

Get Your Country On at Country Night Gstaad

Get ready to dust off those cowboy boots and don your best plaid shirts because in Gstaad, the Country Night is just around the corner!


Brocante Formidable

A diverse array of offerings catered to all tastes and budgets at this year's Brocante market in Saanen. The camera captured the charming atmosphere of live music, exquisite antiques, cherished preloved treasures, and delectable artisanal treats, altogether making it an irresistible feast for the s ...

Brocante Formidable

A diverse array of offerings catered to all tastes and budgets at this year's Brocante market in Saanen. The camera captured the charming atmosphere of live music, exquisite antiques, cherished preloved treasures, and delectable artisanal treats, altogether making it an irresistible feast for the s ...

Image courtesy of Gstaad Menuhin Festival

How can the current situation not preoccupy us?

Insights from violinist Patricia Kopatchinskaja

Image courtesy of Gstaad Menuhin Festival

How can the current situation not preoccupy us?

Insights from violinist Patricia Kopatchinskaja


Photograph: © Raphael Faux

Initiating dialogues with music.

Today, the 67th Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy will begin its three-year programme cycle “Change". Christoph Müller, Artistic Director of the Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy, talks about the feedback, wishes and attitudes pursued by the new festival theme. The focus is on departure, ...
Photograph: © Raphael Faux

Initiating dialogues with music.

Today, the 67th Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy will begin its three-year programme cycle “Change". Christoph Müller, Artistic Director of the Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy, talks about the feedback, wishes and attitudes pursued by the new festival theme. The focus is on departure, ...

Patricia Kopatchinskaja  |  Photo: Julia Wesely

Looking ahead: 67th Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy 2023

As the winter season draws to a close, preparations are underway for the Gstaad Menuhin Festival (14 July – 2 September 2023).

Patricia Kopatchinskaja  |  Photo: Julia Wesely

Looking ahead: 67th Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy 2023

As the winter season draws to a close, preparations are underway for the Gstaad Menuhin Festival (14 July – 2 September 2023).

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