September 2010
Beginner
376 pages
12h 7m
English
The magnificent entrance to the Großes Festspielhaus in Salzburg bears the following inscription: “The Muse’s holy house is open to those moved by song; divine power bears us up who are inspired.”1 This bit of wisdom may seem lofty or over-the-top at first glance, but given the astoundingly high caliber of performances that have occurred at the venue since its opening in 1960, even the most extravagant characterizations of this festival hall seem well warranted.
The Großes Festspielhaus is one of the chief venues for several of Salzburg’s annual and periodic music ...
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