Date: July 28 to August 5, 2023
Country: Finland
Founded in 1992 by renowned musicologist and critic Seppo Heikinheimo, the event was originally a chamber music festival in Finland. With Valery Gergiev as festival director since 1993, the festival has transformed and now features also symphonic and opera performances. Taking place in Mikkeli, concerts are mainly held in the Wooden Church and Mikaeli Hall where guests will enjoy the city’s scenic lake views.
Recalling Richter Discover the anecdotes of his extensive recordings and live performances 
Khatia Buniatishvili 
On This Day 
Classical Music Beyond the Concert Stage: Ten Classical Pieces Used in Commercials How did various businesses use classical music in advertisement? 
Musical Prayers for Peace From Bach to Pablo Casals, let us celebrate and pray for peace. 
Cellists and Their Composers 
Instrumental Architecture Unusual buildings in the shapes of instruments! 
Henri Dutilleux – Mysterious, Crystalline and Colourful Enjoy three recommended pieces here!