MAHLER FESTIVAL: TALK "Mahler's Third Symphony and the Universe in Sound"

Mahler wrote the Third Symphony in his small composer's hut, surrounded by the natural beauty of Steinbach am Attersee. The result of the inspiring summers of 1895 and 1896 was a work that aspired to encompass the whole of existence, from the emergence of life from inanimate matter to the culmination of the universe in God's love. What prompted Mahler to create this vast vault of sound? We will gain an insight into this monumental symphony by listening to some musical examples and exploring the composer's philosophy on art and existence.

10th Gustav Mahler Festival in Steinbach am Attersee: The 3rd Symphony
The Gustav Mahler Festival 2026 in Steinbach am Attersee takes place from June 21 to 28, 2026 and revolves around the composer's third symphony.
Further information: www.mahler.steinbach.at