Gstaad Festival Orchestra live in Frankfurt

Experience Gstaad Festival Orchestra live on September 29th

The Gstaad Festival Orchestra is scheduled to perform at the Alte Oper Frankfurt on September 29, 2026. This orchestra, founded in 2009 by violinist Renaud Capuçon, is known for its chamber orchestral approach to repertoire typically associated with larger ensembles. Their performances emphasize clarity, intimacy, and a focus on individual instrumental voices, often interpreting works from the Classical and Romantic periods with a distinctly lyrical and refined style. The orchestra frequently features leading soloists and operates under a rotating artistic leadership model.

The Alte Oper Frankfurt (Old Opera Frankfurt) holds significant cultural importance. Originally opened in 1880, it served as Frankfurt’s primary opera house until severely damaged during World War II. Rebuilt and reopened in 1981, it was not restored to its original opulent interior but rather reimagined with a modern aesthetic within its historic shell. Today, the Alte Oper functions as a multi-purpose venue hosting opera, ballet, concerts – including orchestral performances – and other cultural events. It is recognized for its exceptional acoustics and architectural significance within the city of Frankfurt and German cultural landscape. The building represents a deliberate architectural statement about remembrance and renewal.