Art possesses the magic to penetrate the secrets of the soul, to evoke and express emotions,
to dive into the sphere of the Unspeakable – the Spoken – the Unsayable, to listen to the question, "What determines our lives?" and to send light into the depths of the human heart.

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From January 26th to 28th, 2025, the WinterKlassik Festival took place for the second time at the Sorbian Museum in Bautzen – a journey through sound and word, inspired by the historic Via Regia. The past, present, and future were woven together in three concert evenings, guided by the themes “Voices of the Past,” “Paths of Encounter,” and “Visions of the Future.” In the concluding matinée, contemporary compositions met poetry, giving rise to visionary sounds. Particularly moving was the world premiere of the songs by Lukaš Zschorlich, where Sorbian poetry took on a new musical form – an impressive example of the deep connection between language and sound.

WinterKlassik is more than a festival – it is a space for resonance. A place where music and poetry enter into a delicate dialogue, where words reverberate and melodies tell stories. In a time when the world seems to be spinning ever faster, WinterKlassik invites us to pause, to perceive the subtle tones, and to let ourselves be touched. Here, bridges unfold between emotions, thoughts, and cultures – fleeting yet precious moments that resonate long after.

The audience's response has shown how strongly this idea resonates: The enthusiastic applause and the palpable emotional connection have confirmed that this festival is growing – not only in its musical depth but also in the hearts of the people.

A heartfelt thank you goes to the Sorbian Museum for its attentive support, as well as to the Foundation for the Sorbian People and the Klassikunst Association for their valuable support. Above all, thanks go to the outstanding artists who, with their dedication, virtuosity, and expressiveness, made the concerts an unforgettable experience. Their interpretations allowed the music to bloom in all its facets – from the finest nuances to powerful sound worlds – and have brought WinterKlassik to life.

Franziska Pietsch
Festival Director