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A celebration for Emperor Frederick III in his castle
There would be no shortage of mystery thrillers in Graz Castle when it comes to Emperor Friedrich III. Even the mysterious motto of the Habsburgs looks like a code, just waiting to be cracked: A.E.I.O.U. The Styriarte performs an extensive programme in memory of the often underrated father of Emperor Maximilian. Cinquecento sings sacred music from the Imperial Court and the Medicis’ Florence. Things are more upbeat in the Castle Gardens with secular music.
Programme
In the castle garden
Canzonas, Frottole and dance music from the 15th century by Marchetto Cara, Bartolomeo Tromboncino, Guglielmo Ebreo da Pesaro and others
Ensemble Oni Wytars
In the castle courtyard
Secular music by Guillaume Dufay, Robert Morton, Johannes Ockeghem, Johannes Martini and Heinrich Isaac
Capella Helvetica | Direction: Katharina Haun, cornett
In the cathedral
Johannes Brassart: O rex Friderice, motetto/ Guillaume Dufay: Nuper rosarum flores, Lamentatio sanctae Matris ecclesiae constantinopolitanae, from ”Missa L’homme armé” and ”Missa Se la face ay pale” etc.
Cinquecento
Duration: at least 2 1/2 hours
Tickets
Prices: EUR 48 / 72
The audience will be guided through the event in two groups. For the programme at Graz Cathedral, you can choose your seat in two different categories.
Reductions:
U27 (for all under 27) & Ö1 Intro: 50 % reduction
Service-Information
Conditions in the Graz Castle
A major part of the programme takes place in the open air.
Between the performance stations, where very simple seating is available, there are footpaths that are not barrier-free!
The programme will also be performed in an adapted form even in the rain. Please remember to wear appropriate clothing.
Guided tours of the excavation site
At present historical parts of Graz Castle are being excavated. There will be guided tours of the excavation site on July 11 as of 01.30 pm and 02.30 pm.
Duration: 60 minutes each
Admission free
Registration is essential and possible from June 27, 2025.