In our section «WeekendQuotes,» we present selected quotes from key figures involved in the Innsbruck Festival of Early Music.
«One might think it's just about using old instruments, the right ornaments, little vibrato, the correct period instrumentation or performing works without any cuts. But for me, music philology means trying to understand a language, a thought, a feeling, an aesthetic behaviour.»
Ottavio Dantone, Musical Director
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«The Innsbrucker Festwochen are a place of open dialogue between past and present, and a place of musical emotions. A place one definitely wants to return to.»
Eva-Maria Sens, Artistic Director
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«In accordance with the historical significance of Innsbruck, our programmatic focus extends from here out into the world snd back from the world.»
Eva-Maria Sens, Artistic Director, & Ottavio Dantone, Musical Director
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«Starting from this place, the 'old town on the Inn', the gaze first turns to the south, towards the settings of our current operas - namely Egypt, Crete and Carthage.»
Christian Moritz-Bauer, Dramaturg
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«The best moments of the Festwochen for me are always the hours before an opera premiere, filled with excitement, mild nervousness, but above all, the anticipation of finally experiencing an opera on stage after a long rehearsal period. I'm already looking forward to the upcoming and many more summers with beautiful operas.»
Andreas Aigner, Head of Opera Productions
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«Are you ready for exciting opera evenings, warm summer nights at Schloss Ambras and relaxed lunch concerts in the Hofgarten? We can’t wait! Anyone who would like to take a look behind the scenes and get to know the artists in advance should join our circle of friends. I'm looking forward to enjoying cultural moments together!»
Anja Falch, Marketing
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«The flair of the Ambraser Schlosskonzerte is uniquely charming.In addition to the artists performing at the highest level, the baroque, historical architecture captivates, coming to life with the suitable music. During the concerts, moments of surprise are also provided by numerous peacocks, who often express their enthusiasm with loud interjections.»
Tobias Buchegger, Artistic Administration
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«During the festival in summer, every corner of the city is filled with music. Then numerous media representatives attend the events and report on impressive opera rarities and excellent concerts with top musicians and rising talents. With their reporting, they carry the Innsbrucker Festwochen into the world.»
Maria Scheunpflug, Press & Communication