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- Photo: Zlatko Mićić
Paul Taro Schmidt wins Basel Sinfonietta Competition 2026
In May 2026, the Basel Sinfonietta launched a composition competition for Swiss composers under 30 years of age. The jury has now selected a winner: Paul Taro Schmidt.
- Photo: Paul Taro Schmidt
Change in the soloist lineup – «Tears of Nature» on September 27th
A last-minute cancellation can also be an opportunity: We are very sorry that Vivi Vassileva will not be on stage with us next Sunday, September 27th – but are all the more pleased that Aaron Grünwald will be stepping in for her.
- Photo by Max Fellermann
Season opener 2026/27
Natural phenomena are unpredictable, tragic, brutal – and they fascinate humanity and its arts. This is also true for composers James Dillon, Nina Šenk, and Tan Dun. The Basel Sinfonietta will open its new season with their works on September 27, 2026, at 7 p.m. in the Stadtcasino Basel.
- Photo by Adriana Yankulova
Summer break of the office
The office will be closed for summer break from June 26th to August 9th
Contract extension with Titus Engel
The Basel Sinfonietta and Principal Conductor Titus Engel are extending their collaboration until 2031.
