Cellist Krijgh invites to chamber music at Burg Feistritz for 15th anniversary

Cellist Harriet Krijgh is marking the 15th anniversary of her chamber music festival, "harriet&friends," with a series of events at Burg Feistritz from June 24 to 28. The festival, now in its 15th year, is envisioned as a sanctuary for musicians, offering a space for respite, in-depth rehearsal, and profound artistic presentation.

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a musical journey "through light and shadow."

Krijgh, inspired by figures like violinist Gidon Kremer who founded his own festival in Lockenhaus, aims to create an atmosphere of "deceleration" at Burg Feistritz. The festival's theme, a musical journey "through light and shadow," suggests a program that explores a range of emotions and musical styles.

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a place where one can pause, rehearse extensively with invited colleagues, and present what has been worked out profoundly.

While the article mentions the presence of a "bodyguard" with Krijgh, it primarily focuses on the artistic and personal motivations behind the festival. It highlights the desire for a dedicated space where artists can connect with their craft and with each other, away from the pressures of global performance schedules.

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refuge of deceleration