Aufsteirern - Herbert Pixner Project meets Grazer Philharmoniker

A unique concert event opens the Aufsteirern Festival 2025

When alpine folk music meets classical symphonic music, magic is created – and it is precisely this magic that will be felt on Friday, 12 September 2025 at the Graz Opera House when Herbert Pixner and the Graz Philharmonic Orchestra open the Aufsteirern Festival with a remarkable crossover premiere.

What may seem contradictory at first glance turns into a harmonious interplay full of surprises under the creative direction of Herbert Pixner. No trace of folklore clichés – instead an innovative concert experience that skilfully combines folk music, classical music, jazz, flamenco, blues and tango. The boundless joy of improvisation of the Herbert Pixner Project is carried and reinterpreted by the orchestral colourfulness of the Graz Philharmonic Orchestra.

An evening that not only opens the ears, but also moves hearts – passionate, powerful, subtle and absolutely unique. This concert promises musical fireworks to kick off the festival – and sends out a strong signal of how inspiring musical diversity can be.

Experience an evening full of sound power, emotion and musical surprises – live at Graz Opera House!