“Love Always Wins” is the motto of Music in the Alps 2026, the music-festival with international students and professional musicians.
Artistic director, New York concert pianist and music professor Dr. Irena Portenko invites audiences to attend the 13th edition of the “Music in the Alps” festival in Bad Gastein.
What once began on a small scale has grown into a multifaceted musical event that fosters intercultural dialogue and brings fresh impulses to the performance of classical music.
Under this year's motto "Love Always Wins", the festival is dedicated to a force that, much like music, cannot be explained - it simply happens. It flows through us, touches us, and leaves us profoundly changed.
On stage, established artists meet promising young talents. Together, they create unique musical moments in which love becomes tangible and unfolds deep within.
In moderated Q&A sessions before the concerts, artists provide personal insights into their work, their inspirations and their careers. In August 2026, Music in the Alps offers a varied programme, special venues and musical encounters that will remain in your memory.
Program 2026:
The concert program is preliminary and subject to change. Dates, times, locations and performers are not yet finally confirmed.
5.8.
Opening: Best of Cello Nation
Violincello Qurartet from Munich
6.8.
Sopranos in Bad Gastein
7.8.
Trios by Brahms and Dvorak
9.8.
Kateryna Movchan, flute and Canica Skreblin, guitar
10.8.
Piano duet
Irena Portenko and Svetlana Gorokhovich
11.8.
Jeffrey Palmer, countertenor
12.8.
Taras Volos and Friends
13.8.
Closing Gala
Tickets
Partially required (details in the programme).
Available at the Tourist Office Bad Gastein.
The tickets can also be reserved via e-mail to badgastein@gastein.com
You can then pick up the tickets at the Tourist Office or directly at the concert venue.
In advance:
€ 15,- (€ 12,- for seniors and students)
At the door:
€ 20,- (€ 15,- for seniors and students)
