AMADEUS FESTIVAL 2026 METAMORPHOSIS
AMADEUS FESTIVAL 2026 METAMORPHOSIS
METAMORPHOSIS
25-28 JUNE 2026
COMING SOON!
WELCOME TO AMADEUS
FESTIVAL VIENNA
AMADEUS Festival Vienna is a prestigious yearly event that dedicates to promoting the beauty of classical music through open-air concerts on the greenery and beautiful campus of the AMADEUS International School Vienna.
In addition to the open-air concerts, the Festival is committed to enriching the cultural landscape by presenting diverse projects. These include the Art Exhibition, the International Design Competition, the “Violins&Soul” Competition, the “Pianos&Soul” Competition and the Family & Fun Day (a special day dedicated to the local community).
The theme for AMADEUS Festival Vienna 2026 is “METAMORPHOSIS”, promising to be another memorable and magnificent edition.
“Violins&Soul”
Competition 2025
Congratulations to
the Grand Prize
Winner | Audrey Park
The “Violins & Soul” Salon Music Violin Competition came to a spectacular close at the AMADEUS Festival Vienna 2025, celebrating the elegance and charm of salon music.
On 27 June, three outstanding finalists took to the Festival Stage, captivating the audience with their artistry and passion.
A heartfelt congratulations to Audrey Park, winner of this year’s Grand Prize. We also applaud Siyi Li for earning second place and the Audience Prize, and Lorenz Karls for securing third place.
Thank you to our wonderful audience, generous sponsors, and esteemed jury patrons — your support made this celebration of music truly unforgettable.
AMADEUS FESTIVAL
VIENNA 2025
Guest of Honour
Mag. art. Ulrike Sych
Mag.a art. Ulrike Sych has served as Rector of the mdw – University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna since 2015. A singer and vocal pedagogue, she studied at Mozarteum University Salzburg and continued her training in New York and Italy. She began teaching at mdw in 1990 and later held leadership roles at the Anton Bruckner Private University and mdw, including Vice Rector positions.
A strong advocate for equality and non-discrimination, Sych has led various university bodies dedicated to these causes. Alongside her academic work, she remains active as an international concert performer. As Rector, she emphasizes the integration of art, research, and teaching, promoting transparency, participation, and respect for human dignity and rights.
Mag.phil Karin
Fichtinger-Grohe
Karin Fichtinger-Grohe, a Vienna-born diplomat with a background in Political Science and Communication, began her career in 1993. She has held key diplomatic postings in Belgrade, The Hague, Berne, Dublin, Singapore, and Qatar, focusing on political, trade, and cultural relations. Notably, she was Austria’s first resident Ambassador to Singapore and the first female Austrian Ambassador to a Gulf state (Qatar).
A strong advocate for cultural diplomacy, she has supported international collaborations, including performances by AMADEUS International School Vienna at Austrian National Day events. She also served as President of the EUNIC Cluster in Doha, organizing the annual European Jazz Festival.
GREETINGS 2025
AMADEUS FESTIVAL VIENNA
Dear esteemed friends of the AMADEUS Festival Vienna,
The sixth edition of the festival opens with a new breath, a synergy of both the classic & the contemporary art forms. “Metamorphosis” is our gift to you this year.
The powerful duo Bartolomey Bittmann will grace the Opening Gala with their unconventional performance yet classical (25.6.2026).
“Young Composers’ Night: A journey into the young minds of the 21st century” (26.6.2026).
A joyous return of the winners of the Violin&Soul Competition, uniting with the Janoska Ensemble (27.6.2026).
Internationally acclaimed artists from the Canary Islands featuring Benito Cabrera, Tomás Fariña and Jep Meléndez. A mighty small instrument, the Canarian Timple will make its first appearance. (28.6.2026).
It is with great pleasure that I invite you, once again, to another year of excitement and exhilaration.
Warm wishes,
Mrs Karen Goh
Every year, the AMADEUS Festival unfolds a vibrant tapestry of events that enrich the cultural summer in Währing. And what could be more delightful than experiencing world-class classical performances beneath the open sky, right in the heart of our wonderful district?
I am especially excited about this year’s theme, „Metamorphosis“. The festival’s quest to explore meaningful connections and foster dialogue between classical traditions and contemporary artistic expressions promises an edition full of inspiration and discovery.
Even the first programme preview already hints at both fresh surprises and beloved familiar highlights. I very much look forward to all that awaits us—and I am certain we’ll meet at the Opening Gala in June 2026!
Warm wishes,
Mag Silvia Nossek
Vienna has a long tradition as the music capital of the world. During the “Viennese Classical” period, musical giants such as Mozart (from Salzburg), Haydn (from Rohrau), and Beethoven (from Bonn) came to the Danube metropolis to create their greatest works.
Today, we stand on the shoulders of these giants – also when it comes to creating excellent training opportunities for musicians. In this context, I would like to mention not only the Music and Arts University of the City of Vienna (MUK) but also the Music & Arts Academy at the AMADEUS International School Vienna. Here, musical talents from all over the world can familiarize themselves with the famous “Viennese sound.”
The AMADEUS Festival Vienna, now in its sixth year, serves as an annual showcase for these educational efforts. The motto is “Metamorphosis,” and the theme is the dialogue between classical and contemporary art. Highlights include the opening gala with Bartolomey Bittmann, the Young Composers' Night, a concert with the winners of the Violin&Soul competition together with the Janoska Ensemble, and a presentation by artists from the Canary Islands.
I would like to thank the Goh family for their many years of commitment to our music metropolis and wish the festival participants every success!
Dr. Michael Ludwig
Mayor and Governor of Vienna
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