Launched in 1997, the Heidelberg Spring (Heidelberger Frühling) has expanded from a classical music festival to an esteemed year-round cultural event. This renowned gathering hosts concert series, conferences, support programs for young artists, and competitions that draw over 47,000 admirers annually. In 2022, it presented its new festival, the Song Festival (Liedfestivals), which brought even more delight and joy through captivating performances.
Set to take place every June, the Heidelberg Spring Song Festival (Heidelberger Frühling Liedfestivals) invites those passionate about songwriting to push boundaries and explore new possibilities. The festival provides an opportunity for all artists to perform their work in a variety of formats while experimenting with unique presentation styles. Encouraging creativity within the genre, this exciting event gives singers and songwriters alike a platform to express themselves freely.
During the Heidelberg Spring Song Festival, there are extraordinary guest performances and many in-house productions of the song center. Thomas Hampson's Lied Academy runs its final year-round sponsorship program during this festival, which includes public master classes and concerts from current scholarship recipients. During this showcase event, attendees can enjoy enthralling music from exceptional musicians!