Michael Haefliger
Michael Haefliger is a distinguished figure in the classical music world, known for his role as the executive and artistic director of the Lucerne Festival. He has profoundly influenced the landscape of contemporary music through innovative programming and by fostering collaborations between artists and composers. His insights into the legacy of Pierre Boulez highlight the intricate relationship between music and cultural politics.
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Recent news mentions
Michael Haefliger has shaped the entire Lucerne Festival for 26 years.
Lucerne Festival Forward 2025: Programm, Highlights & Infos
Switzerland· 2025-11-06
Michael Haefliger is noted for founding a significant festival project in Graubünden.
40 Jahre junge Talente und musikalische ExperimenteSwitzerland· 2025-08-20
Michael Haefliger is the long-serving director who is bidding farewell at the Lucerne Festival.
Lucerne Festival: Michael Haefligers spektakulärer AbschiedSwitzerland· 2025-07-21
Michael Haefliger has been instrumental in making the Lucerne Festival a significant cultural event.
Klassische Musik im Sommer 2025: 10 Festival-HighlightsSwitzerland· 2025-07-17
Michael Haefliger commented on his upcoming departure from the Lucerne Festival after 26 years.
Mission erfüllt? Andreas Homoki verlässt nach 13 Jahren das Opernhaus ZürichSwitzerland· 2025-07-14
Michael Haefliger was the festival director at Lucerne during the time Peter Hagmann covered the innovative work of Claudio Abbado and Pierre Boulez.
Zum Tod von Peter HagmannSwitzerland· 2025-06-12
Michael Haefliger co-founded the Lucerne Festival Academy in 2004.
Jörg Widmann übernimmt die künstlerische Leitung der Lucerne Festival AcademySwitzerland· 2025-06-04
Michael Haefliger is stepping down as the director of the Lucerne Festival after 26 years.
Franz Welser-Möst begeistert am Lucerne Festival mit Beethovens NeunterSwitzerland· 2025-04-15
Michael Haefliger reflects on Boulez's impact on American orchestras and his role as a mentor.
Pierre Boulez zum 100. GeburtstagSwitzerland· 2025-03-26
