Prégardien: Rihm makes link between music and text palpable
For decades, German tenor Christoph Prégardien (69) has been a sought-after singer and passionate stage performer who seems to have eternal youth. On Friday, he will open the International Song Festival Zeist. Journalist Maartje Stokkers asked him about his elixir of life and the special repertoire he sings in Zeist. That is a mix of Schubert and dark songs by Wolfgang Rihm (1952-2024) composed especially for him.
16-18 May: traffic disruption A12
From 9 to 19 May, Rijkswaterstaat will completely close the A12 from Veenendaal towards Utrecht - between Maanderbroek junction and Lunetten junction - to carry out major maintenance. Therefore, please allow for longer travel times when visiting us during the opening weekend (16-18 May).
24chambers X International Song Festival Zeist
24classics and International Song Festival Zeist join forces! On Thursday 24 April, a surprise concert awaits you at a currently undisclosed location with none other than soprano Laetitia Gerards and pianist Thomas Beijer.
Bring the festival into your home!
As a host parent, you are close to the music in your own home. And what could be more fun than immersing yourself in the festival by hosting young musicians.
Looking back at the autumn recital
During the first weekend of November, we already took a small advance on the festival in May 2025 and enjoyed that unique festival atmosphere. But unfortunately, a weekend is over in no time. Luckily, festival photographer Mel Boas captured everything for us. This way, you can reminisce for a while.
Benefit for Armenia raises € 1.700
Making music helps you forget about your worries and builds friendships. A feeling you recognized. Your donations before, during and after the Benefit Concert for Armenia raised more than € 1,700, with which 20 children can receive music lessons.
International Song Festival Zeist seeks board member
International Song Festival Zeist is looking for a board member with a heart for song art and a feel for PR and marketing. Are you someone who understands the art of strengthening what has been built up and dares to inspire new interpretations of it? Then we are looking for you!
Pass on the art of song!
Recently, we were pleased to welcome a new patron. In memory of his partner, he decided to pass on her love of song to the next generation. The festival is extremely grateful to this generous donor for his support of the festival and the loving memory of his wife that this shows.
Next Generation: talent development programme
'You can hear the most beautiful songs at International Festival Zeist' is our motto. We want to live up to that not only now, but also in the future.
