Orgelherbst 2026: Freiheit und Kontrapunkt

The Orgelherbst festival returns to Leipzig for its 2026 edition, themed "Freiheit und Kontrapunkt" (Freedom and Counterpoint). This annual celebration of organ music transforms the city's historic churches and concert halls into stages for both classical repertoire and contemporary compositions.

Attendees can expect a thoughtfully curated program that explores the tension between artistic freedom and structural discipline, a hallmark of organ composition. The festival brings together renowned organists and emerging talents, offering a rare opportunity to experience the instrument's full expressive range in Leipzig's acoustically rich venues.

Beyond the concerts, the festival creates an atmosphere of intellectual and musical discovery, with talks and guided listening sessions that deepen appreciation for the organ's unique place in Western music.