Between August 24 and September 21, 2025, Bucharest will become the world’s classical music capital as it hosts the 27th edition of the George Enescu International Festival. This year’s edition commemorates 70 years since the passing of George Enescu, highlighting his artistic legacy and profound impact on universal classical music.

An Exceptional Anniversary Program

The festival’s artistic director, Maestro Cristian Măcelaru, has curated a unique program that combines tradition and innovation, appealing to both loyal classical music enthusiasts and younger audiences eager to discover its beauty. The 2025 edition features over 95 concerts grouped into seven major series, offering remarkable diversity for music lovers.

Among the more than 45 works by George Enescu, the program includes masterpieces such as the opera Oedipe in a production by Stefano Poda, staged by the Bucharest National Opera, the Symphonies, the Romanian Rhapsodies, the Orchestral Suites, Ballad for Violin and Orchestra, and Symphonie Concertante for Cello and Orchestra. The opera features a mix of Romanian and international artists, conducted by Tiberiu Soare.

Diversity and Innovation

A key novelty of this edition is the interdisciplinary series JTI Immersive Experience, blending music and visual arts. These performances will take place on Thursday and Friday evenings at the MINA Museum, catering especially to younger audiences accustomed to the digital era and technology.

In addition to George Enescu’s works, the festival will celebrate the creations of renowned composers such as Dmitri Shostakovich (50 years since his passing), Pierre Boulez (100 years since his birth), and Maurice Ravel (150 years since his birth). Prestigious orchestras, including the Royal Concertgebouw, London’s Philharmonia Orchestra, and Staatskapelle Dresden, will grace the festival stages.

A Platform for Young Artists

One of the festival’s core goals is to promote young talent. The Romanian Youth Orchestra, alongside the Gustav Mahler Youth Orchestra, will perform under the baton of celebrated conductors such as Manfred Honeck and Christian Reif. Additionally, the winners of the 2024 George Enescu Competition will showcase their talents in an outstanding international setting.

Tickets and Subscriptions

Subscriptions for the 2025 edition are available starting January 21, while individual tickets can be purchased from February 15 exclusively via the Eventim platform.