Once more, Gstaad will host an extraordinary musical event: the 3rd Alberto Lysy International Violin Competition, which will be held from October 18th to 20th, 2024.

Once more, Gstaad will host an extraordinary musical event: the 3rd Alberto Lysy International Violin Competition, which will be held from October 18th to 20th, 2024.

Following the investigative report in “Le Temps” about the International Menuhin Music Academy (IMMA)'s financial difficulties, two visions have emerged to shape the future of this prestigious institution.

Following the investigative report in “Le Temps” about the International Menuhin Music Academy (IMMA)'s financial difficulties, two visions have emerged to shape the future of this prestigious institution.

A Journey of Thought Along the Saane: The Yehudi Menuhin Philosophers' Walk has undergone a thoughtful renewal. New plaques, adorned with fresh quotes and QR codes, invite passersby to reflect as they walk along the peaceful Saane River.

A Journey of Thought Along the Saane: The Yehudi Menuhin Philosophers' Walk has undergone a thoughtful renewal. New plaques, adorned with fresh quotes and QR codes, invite passersby to reflect as they walk along the peaceful Saane River.

The International Menuhin Music Academy (IMMA) is grappling with severe financial challenges, leaving its future uncertain. According to “Le Temps”, the academy faces a deficit of around two million francs, and significant changes in leadership and staff have further complicated the situation. ...

The International Menuhin Music Academy (IMMA) is grappling with severe financial challenges, leaving its future uncertain. According to “Le Temps”, the academy faces a deficit of around two million francs, and significant changes in leadership and staff have further complicated the situation. ...

Classical music for some, electronic for others: at the “Visions of Classical Music – Trans-Classics X”, two distinct musical worlds collided on the Eggli, expanding our horizons. The evening’s transformation proved that this “transfusion” of genres worked beauti ...

Classical music for some, electronic for others: at the “Visions of Classical Music – Trans-Classics X”, two distinct musical worlds collided on the Eggli, expanding our horizons. The evening’s transformation proved that this “transfusion” of genres worked beauti ...

A CALENDAR OF CULTURALEN COUNTERS AT THE YACHT CLUB

A CALENDAR OF CULTURALEN COUNTERS AT THE YACHT CLUB

Stephan Jaggi has served as the president of the Museum der Landschaft in Saanen since 2009. GstaadLife caught up with him to learn about what goes into presenting and preserving the region’s history for future generations.

Stephan Jaggi has served as the president of the Museum der Landschaft in Saanen since 2009. GstaadLife caught up with him to learn about what goes into presenting and preserving the region’s history for future generations.

After a resounding success in its inaugural edition earlier this year, Art Gstaad is set to make a grand return. This year’s edition promises to be even more spectacular, with a host of renowned galleries and exciting new additions that are sure to interest art enthusiasts from around the glo ...

After a resounding success in its inaugural edition earlier this year, Art Gstaad is set to make a grand return. This year’s edition promises to be even more spectacular, with a host of renowned galleries and exciting new additions that are sure to interest art enthusiasts from around the glo ...

The Gstaad Menuhin Festival took a bold step by bringing one of Richard Wagner's grand operas to the festival tent stage. Wagner, a revered and controversial composer, is known for his demanding works. However, with the world-famous tenor Jonas Kaufmann cast in the role of Tristan, musical success was ...

The Gstaad Menuhin Festival took a bold step by bringing one of Richard Wagner's grand operas to the festival tent stage. Wagner, a revered and controversial composer, is known for his demanding works. However, with the world-famous tenor Jonas Kaufmann cast in the role of Tristan, musical success was ...

For its 35th anniversary edition, Country Night Gstaad presents a musically exceptional line-up. The award-winning group Little Big Town will honour the renowned country festival this year. Chapel Hart and Tyler Booth complete the anniversary line-up.

For its 35th anniversary edition, Country Night Gstaad presents a musically exceptional line-up. The award-winning group Little Big Town will honour the renowned country festival this year. Chapel Hart and Tyler Booth complete the anniversary line-up.

Soon, residents of Saanenland will have two new landmarks to admire: the Grand Hotel Sonnenhof and the Gstaad Concert Hall. GstaadLife spoke with Antonia Crespi about the exciting development of architectural projects and culture in Saanenland.

Soon, residents of Saanenland will have two new landmarks to admire: the Grand Hotel Sonnenhof and the Gstaad Concert Hall. GstaadLife spoke with Antonia Crespi about the exciting development of architectural projects and culture in Saanenland.

After 22 years as music director of the Royal Opera House, Sir Antonio Pappano will soon take up the position of chief conductor of the London Symphony Orchestra. He spoke with GstaadLife ahead of the two programmes he is conducting at this year’s Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy.

After 22 years as music director of the Royal Opera House, Sir Antonio Pappano will soon take up the position of chief conductor of the London Symphony Orchestra. He spoke with GstaadLife ahead of the two programmes he is conducting at this year’s Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy.

Throughout the summer, US-based artist Roe Ethridge is showcasing two exhibitions at Gagosian galleries, one in London and one here in Gstaad.

Throughout the summer, US-based artist Roe Ethridge is showcasing two exhibitions at Gagosian galleries, one in London and one here in Gstaad.

Curating the "Les Lalanne" Exhibition - Studio Naegeli has again brought an exceptional cultural experience to Gstaad by partnering with Galerie Mitterrand from Paris to present "Les Lalanne."

Curating the "Les Lalanne" Exhibition - Studio Naegeli has again brought an exceptional cultural experience to Gstaad by partnering with Galerie Mitterrand from Paris to present "Les Lalanne."

Last chance to view the exhibition of Juliette Somnolet at Garage Naegeli

Last chance to view the exhibition of Juliette Somnolet at Garage Naegeli

Friday, July 12th, the Gstaad Menuhin Festival commenced with a mesmerising Schubert concert by Camerata Salzburg and Collegium Vocale Gent. Under the baton of conductor Philippe Herreweghe, the performance elegantly echoed the intimacy of chamber music.

Friday, July 12th, the Gstaad Menuhin Festival commenced with a mesmerising Schubert concert by Camerata Salzburg and Collegium Vocale Gent. Under the baton of conductor Philippe Herreweghe, the performance elegantly echoed the intimacy of chamber music.

The Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy kicks off its 68th edition, showcasing internationally acclaimed artists and embracing transformation. Artistic Director Christoph Müller highlights the festival’s evolution, featuring new concert formats and venues, such as the Eggli’s panoramic ...

The Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy kicks off its 68th edition, showcasing internationally acclaimed artists and embracing transformation. Artistic Director Christoph Müller highlights the festival’s evolution, featuring new concert formats and venues, such as the Eggli’s panoramic ...

Studio Naegeli, under the passionate curation of Anna Högl, has once again brought something extraordinary to Gstaad. Galerie Mitterrand from Paris, in collaboration with Studio Naegeli, is presenting “Les Lalanne,” an exhibition dedicated to the enchanting works of the artist couple ...

Studio Naegeli, under the passionate curation of Anna Högl, has once again brought something extraordinary to Gstaad. Galerie Mitterrand from Paris, in collaboration with Studio Naegeli, is presenting “Les Lalanne,” an exhibition dedicated to the enchanting works of the artist couple ...

Every year, the Saanenland offers a smorgasbord of events and attractions, from sports to concerts to festivals and more. This year, something especially thrilling is in the air. Literally. Because Der Chrüzwäg vom Castellan, a play by Johann Jakob Romang, will be performed throughout August ...

Every year, the Saanenland offers a smorgasbord of events and attractions, from sports to concerts to festivals and more. This year, something especially thrilling is in the air. Literally. Because Der Chrüzwäg vom Castellan, a play by Johann Jakob Romang, will be performed throughout August ...

Daniel Hope will take over as the newly elected Artistic Director of the Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy on 1 November 2025.

Daniel Hope will take over as the newly elected Artistic Director of the Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy on 1 November 2025.