Change was the theme—both literally and figuratively—at last week’s General Assembly of the Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy. Chairman of the Board, Aldo Kropf, announced his resignation, with Richard Müller named as his successor.

Change was the theme—both literally and figuratively—at last week’s General Assembly of the Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy. Chairman of the Board, Aldo Kropf, announced his resignation, with Richard Müller named as his successor.

The second edition of the Slopesound Festival brought vibrant energy to the slopes and festival tent, even as wind and rain swept through Saanenmöser. With international live acts, improved infrastructure, and a remarkable level of volunteer dedication, the festival struck a chord with music l ...

The second edition of the Slopesound Festival brought vibrant energy to the slopes and festival tent, even as wind and rain swept through Saanenmöser. With international live acts, improved infrastructure, and a remarkable level of volunteer dedication, the festival struck a chord with music l ...

Gstaad has a way of making us pause – whether in admiration, reflection, or sheer curiosity. In this last issue of the winter season, we look at the people, places, and projects shaping our region in ways that make us stop and think.

Gstaad has a way of making us pause – whether in admiration, reflection, or sheer curiosity. In this last issue of the winter season, we look at the people, places, and projects shaping our region in ways that make us stop and think.

Julia Scheuer’s Alpine Art Shines in Gstaad.

Julia Scheuer’s Alpine Art Shines in Gstaad.

A dazzling light beam and meditative sounds flow from the St. Nicholas Chapel in Gstaad. “Liminal Journey” is the latest installation by artist Emilio Ferro, and it transforms the historic chapel into a space of reflection and discovery.

A dazzling light beam and meditative sounds flow from the St. Nicholas Chapel in Gstaad. “Liminal Journey” is the latest installation by artist Emilio Ferro, and it transforms the historic chapel into a space of reflection and discovery.

“Great things are done when men and mountains meet,” wrote William Blake. Julia Scheuer brings this sentiment to life with her extraordinary mountain-inspired works, combining duct tape and acrylic paint. Showcased at the Gstaad Flower Shop from 27 February to 2 March.

“Great things are done when men and mountains meet,” wrote William Blake. Julia Scheuer brings this sentiment to life with her extraordinary mountain-inspired works, combining duct tape and acrylic paint. Showcased at the Gstaad Flower Shop from 27 February to 2 March.

The pulse of contemporary art in Gstaad

The pulse of contemporary art in Gstaad

Interview with Festival Director Ombretta Ravessoud Ombretta Ravessoud of Sommet Musicaux.

Interview with Festival Director Ombretta Ravessoud Ombretta Ravessoud of Sommet Musicaux.

Exhibition by Ueli Hertig and Kurt Hofmann at the Heimatwerk in Saanen

Exhibition by Ueli Hertig and Kurt Hofmann at the Heimatwerk in Saanen

Booklovers rejoice. The charming and intimate Literary Autumn Gstaad festival returns for its 14th edition from 24 to 27 October.

Booklovers rejoice. The charming and intimate Literary Autumn Gstaad festival returns for its 14th edition from 24 to 27 October.

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.

Soon the second edition of the Caprices Festival will take place from 20 to 22 September on the Eggli in Gstaad. The festival has grown in size and is now one day longer. 

Soon the second edition of the Caprices Festival will take place from 20 to 22 September on the Eggli in Gstaad. The festival has grown in size and is now one day longer. 

A CALENDAR OF CULTURALEN COUNTERS AT THE YACHT CLUB

A CALENDAR OF CULTURALEN COUNTERS AT THE YACHT CLUB

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 ...

Must-sees for September 2024: Paris Fashion Week, Monaco Yacht Show, 28th International Exhibition of Contemporary Artists in Saint Tropez and an exciting new entry, Geneva’s Piguet Auction House to discover a major work by Hans Hartung!

Must-sees for September 2024: Paris Fashion Week, Monaco Yacht Show, 28th International Exhibition of Contemporary Artists in Saint Tropez and an exciting new entry, Geneva’s Piguet Auction House to discover a major work by Hans Hartung!

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 ...

The ninth edition of the Gstaad Züglete will take place today, August 31, at 9:30 a.m.

The ninth edition of the Gstaad Züglete will take place today, August 31, at 9:30 a.m.

Coming together! As we bask in the afterglow of the EFG Swiss Open Gstaad, it’s clear that sports have a unique power to bring us together. This month’s theme, “Coming Together”, celebrates the connections we forge through sports and community initiatives.

Coming together! As we bask in the afterglow of the EFG Swiss Open Gstaad, it’s clear that sports have a unique power to bring us together. This month’s theme, “Coming Together”, celebrates the connections we forge through sports and community initiatives.

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.