Igor Stravinsky live in Gothenburg

Experience Igor Stravinsky live on September 30th

Igor Stravinsky, a pivotal figure of 20th-century music, will be featured in a concert performance at Göteborgsoperan on September 30, 2026. Stravinsky’s compositional style is characterized by rhythmic complexity, dissonant harmonies, and a shifting of tonal centers. He moved through several distinct periods, beginning with a Russian nationalist phase exemplified by works like *The Firebird*, progressing to neoclassical styles drawing inspiration from earlier composers, and later embracing serialism. His work profoundly impacted the development of modern music and ballet.

Göteborgsoperan, inaugurated in 1995, is one of Sweden’s national stages for opera and ballet. Situated on the Göta älv river in Gothenburg, the building itself is notable for its modern architectural design – a large glass structure intended to be accessible and inviting to the public. The opera house hosts a diverse repertoire encompassing both classic and contemporary works. It operates as a municipal company owned by the City of Gothenburg but receives state funding as part of Sweden’s national cultural policy. The institution also features a dedicated opera school providing training for professional singers and performing artists.