Shows, events and activities in Switzerland

Les Géants du Classique - concert Tout public

Friday, 30 April - 19:30

Les Alambics Martigny

From 10.-

Matinées classiques: Felix Mendelssohn

Sunday, 29 November - 11:00

Les Amis musique théâtre - Carouge

From 20.-

Discover a captivating fusion of classical music and theatre this weekend: a 1-hour performance adapting Kurt Weill and Bertolt Brecht’s masterpiece, followed by an apéro.

Classical music

Matinées classiques: Johannes Brahms

Sunday, 13 December - 11:00

Les Amis musique théâtre - Carouge

From 20.-

Discover the elegance of Felix Mendelssohn’s Trio No 1 in D minor by Trio Sima—violin, cello, and piano in a 1-hour concert followed by a relaxed apero. A captivating blend of sophistication and intimacy.

Classical music

Concert Rêve et Voyage / musique classique

Sunday, 13 December - 10:00

Forum St-Georges - Delémont

From 0.-

Brahms - énigme amoureuse

Tuesday, 20 April - 19:30

Conservatoire de musique de Genève - Geneva

From 0.-

Unveil the romance of Brahms’ Serenade with Mozart’s flute quartet and Berwald’s Septette—2h of timeless classical beauty. Perfect for lovers of orchestral elegance and emotional depth.

Classical music

ESG en Tempête

Sunday, 6 June - 19:30

Conservatoire de musique de Genève - Geneva

From 0.-

Dive into a storm of classical mastery with Angela Yixuan Miao at piano and Sergey Ostrovsky conducting Bartok, Mozart, and Chopin in this electrifying symphonic experience. Limited PMR seating available.

Classical music

Trio Ernest – Concert Transmission

Friday, 21 May - 20:00

Salle Bartholoni - Geneva

From 0.-

Discover Trio Ernest’s live concert featuring emerging chamber music talents, born from their 2025 mentorship initiative. A unique blend of masterful performance and fresh voices.

Concerts

DUO ODELIA | Les Jeudis de la Guitare 2026

Thursday, 19 November - 19:00

Les Salons - Geneva

From 10.-

DOULEUR – Gustav Mahler, Johannes Brahms

Thursday, 20 May - 19:00

Salle Métropole - Lausanne

From 5.-

Le Schpountz

Friday, 19 March - 20:15

Théâtre du Château - Avenches

From 20.-

VITALITÉ – Philippe Leroux, Béla Bartók

Thursday, 4 February - 19:00

Salle Métropole - Lausanne

From 5.-

200 ans sans Beethoven

Friday, 5 March - 19:30

Conservatoire de musique de Genève - Geneva

From 0.-

Unveil Beethoven’s genius in a 2-hour orchestral masterpiece with Sergey Ostrovsky conducting Coriolan, Violin Concerto, and Symphony No. 5—pure classical brilliance.

Classical music

SHÉHÉRAZADE - Piano à 4 mains

Sunday, 24 January - 17:00

Château de Cormondrèche - Corcelles-Cormondrèche

From 20.-

Discover a mesmerizing piano duet performing Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade and Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition, paired with live drawings by Léonie Pantillon—a magical fusion of music and art for all ages.

Classical music

Frei Körper Kompanie - L'École des femmes

From Fri, 22 to Sun, 31 January

Espace Vélodrome - Plan-les-Ouates

From 10.-

Frei Körper Kompanie presents a bold new theatrical creation in 2026—exploring gender, freedom, and provocative storytelling through daring performance. A must-see for lovers of boundary-pushing live arts.

Theatre and performing arts

COSMOS – Felix Mendelssohn, Missy Mazzoli, Ludwig van Beethoven

Thursday, 29 April - 19:00

Salle Paderewski - Lausanne

From 5.-

Trio Ernest & Friends

Friday, 29 January - 20:00

Salle Franz Liszt, Conservatoire de Musique de Genève - Geneva

From 0.-

Discover a stellar evening with Trio Ernest & Friends—Quatuor Modigliani, pianist Sarah Strohm, and Thomas Lefort perform Mendelssohn’s Octuor and Strohl’s Trio in a rare, breathtaking concert.

Concerts

Improvisations Peinture - Musique - Parfum

Sunday, 6 December - 14:00

Les Ateliers de la Côte - Etoy

From 20.-

Conférence-concert | Guillaume Dayer & Laura Mondiello | Les Jeudis de la Guitare 2026

Saturday, 28 November - 17:00

Les Salons - Geneva

From 10.-

Figure humaine - Ensemble Vocal de Lausanne

Thursday, 25 February - 20:00

Casino de Montbenon - Salle Paderewski - Lausanne

From 0.-

Discover Poulenc’s Figure Humaine and Lang’s haunting Little Match Girl Passion—powerful vocal works exploring freedom, suffering, and humanity through striking choral masterpieces.

Classical music

Hansel et Gretel (dès 6 ans)

From Sat, 27 to Sun, 28 February

La julienne - Plan-les-Ouates

From 10.-

Join Hansel & Gretel, a magical tale for kids 6+! Discover enchanting adventures with fairy-tale charm, perfect for young imaginations and family fun.

Family

Shakespeare songs

Sunday, 15 November - 17:00

Église réformée Notre-Dame de Payerne

From 0.-

The Payerne Concert Association welcomes the Emocio Vocal Ensemble for a selection of choral works inspired by texts from the English playwright, by composers from the 16th to the 20th centuries, with readings by Yann Pugin

Concerts

Duo des cimes

Sunday, 10 January - 17:00

NODA Bcvs - Sion

From 0.-

SCHUBERT- RUMI - Layla Ramezan & Leili Anvar

Sunday, 23 May - 17:00

Château de Cormondrèche - Corcelles-Cormondrèche

From 20.-

Schubert’s haunting melodies and Rumi’s timeless poetry unite in a transcendent concert—exploring love, suffering, and the boundless human spirit across time and culture. A profound journey where music and verse dissolve...

Concerts

Le Misanthrope - Molière

Sunday, 7 March - 17:00

Bicubic Romont - Romont (FR)

From 15.-

Concert de Noël par l'Ecole de musique Croqu'Notes

Saturday, 12 December - 16:00

Les Caves - Versoix

From 0.-

L'ombre du soldat - Ensemble Vocal de Lausanne

Friday, 27 November - 20:00

Casino de Montbenon - Salle Paderewski - Lausanne

From 0.-

Discover powerful wartime compositions by Stravinsky’s Messe and Soldier’s Tale, plus Poulenc’s haunting Seven Dark Responses—a profound journey through faith, exile, and modern musical evolution.

Classical music

Let it B

Sunday, 29 November - 20:00

Conservatoire de musique de Genève - Geneva

From 0.-

Join us for an elegant 2h classical concert featuring Bach, Britten, and Beethoven. Sergey Ostrovsky leads Natan C’zorzi, Sarah Pagin, and Noémie Bialobroda in a refined orchestral performance.

Classical music

À LA MANIÈRE D'UN FANTAISISTE

Wednesday, 11 November - 20:00

Auditorium Ansermet - Geneva

From 0.-

Noël à Varsovie (L'Avent méconnu)

Monday, 7 December - 20:00

Temple de Saint-Gervais - Geneva

From 7.-

Musiques pour Marie

Monday, 18 January - 20:00

Temple de Saint-Gervais - Geneva

From 7.-

BACH, Gloria in excelsis Deo

Monday, 8 February - 20:00

Temple de Saint-Gervais - Geneva

From 7.-

BACH, Passion selon saint Jean

Thursday, 11 March - 20:00

Victoria Hall - Geneva

From 7.-

Leçons de ténèbres

From Tue, 23 to Thu, 25 March

Cathédrale Saint-Pierre - Geneva

From 10.-

BACH, Komm, Jesu, Komm

Monday, 3 May - 20:00

Temple de Saint-Gervais - Geneva

From 7.-

Dichterliebe

Monday, 24 May - 20:00

Salle Franz Liszt, Conservatoire de Musique de Genève - Geneva

From 7.-

Crépuscules Viennois

Friday, 4 June - 20:00

Victoria Hall - Geneva

From 7.-

Octuor(s)

Monday, 7 June - 20:00

Salle Franz Liszt, Conservatoire de Musique de Genève - Geneva

From 10.-

GLUCK, Iphigénie en Tauride

Wednesday, 9 June - 20:00

Victoria Hall - Geneva

From 7.-

De l'ombre à la forme

Sunday, 13 June - 17:00

Victoria Hall - Geneva

From 7.-

LES PLANÈTES (extraits) – Gustav Holst

Saturday, 20 March - 16:00

Grande Salle, Espace St-Joseph, Lausanne

From 0.-

Bach · Beethoven · Brahms - Susanna Braun, piano

Friday, 20 November - 19:15

Théâtre du Château - Avenches

From 29.-

Larissa Dedova - Maxim Rysanov

Thursday, 21 January - 19:30

Conservatoire de musique de Genève - Geneva

From 10.-

Larissa Dedova on piano and Maxim Rysanov on alto present a captivating classical duo performance. An intimate evening of refined musical artistry.

Classical music

Nearly full

David Chen - Lucas Chiche

Thursday, 11 February - 19:30

Conservatoire de musique de Genève - Geneva

From 10.-

Two pianists redefine classical beauty in an intimate duet—David Chen and Lucas Chiche blend virtuosity with soulful harmony. A must-see for piano lovers.

Classical music

Quatuor Talich

Tuesday, 23 March - 19:30

Conservatoire de musique de Genève - Geneva

From 10.-

Experience the legendary Quatuor Talich in a breathtaking performance of timeless classical masterpieces. A must-see for string quartet enthusiasts.

Classical music

Gautier Capuçon - Mirabelle Kajenjeri

Tuesday, 9 March - 19:30

Victoria Hall - Geneva

From 10.-

Gautier Capuçon and Mirabelle Kajenjeri deliver a mesmerizing classical cello and piano duet—timeless mastery in every note.

Classical music

Yulianna Avdeeva

Thursday, 15 April - 19:30

Victoria Hall - Geneva

From 10.-

A captivating piano recital by Yulianna Avdeeva—immersive classical music at its finest. Book accessible seats via Agence Caecilia.

Classical music

Concert d'ouverture - Kevin Chen, Michiaki Ueno

Friday, 6 November - 19:30

Conservatoire de Genève, Salle Franz Liszt - Geneva

From 20.-

Last chance

Clé d'Ecoute 1 Franz Schubert, Death and the Maiden

Sunday, 1 November - 17:00

Salle Communale de Tannay

From 12.-

Discover the secrets behind the art with Clé d’écoute: an exclusive look at musicians and performers sharing their passion in Terre-Sainte’s vibrant villages.

Concerts

Trio Ernest – Brunch musical

Sunday, 15 November - 11:00

Floky la Loutre - Geneva

From 0.-

Enjoy a musical brunch with Trio Ernest at Flocky la Loutre! Sip coffee and savor gourmet treats while listening to a classical duo—soprano Amélia Feuer and harpist Laudine Dard. Perfect start to your Sunday.

Concerts

BACH ABSOLU

Sunday, 29 November - 17:00

Victoria Hall - Geneva

From 7.-

Emmanuel Pahud - Eric Le Sage

Sunday, 8 November - 19:30

Victoria Hall - Geneva

From 10.-

Discover a mesmerizing duet by flutist Emmanuel Pahud and pianist Eric Le Sage in a breathtaking classical performance. Pure musical mastery awaits!

Classical music

Nelson Goerner

Thursday, 18 March - 19:30

Victoria Hall - Geneva

From 10.-

Nelson Goerner delivers a mesmerizing piano performance blending classical mastery and emotional depth. Secure accessible seating via Agence Caecilia: 022 322 22 40.

Classical music

Quatuor Terpsycordes

Thursday, 5 November - 20:00

Salle Grand-Salève - Veyrier

From 10.-

Experience a groundbreaking chamber concert by Quatuor Terpsycordes—blending bold tradition with contemporary innovation since 1997. Intimate, electrifying performances at Genève’s Grand-Salève.

Concerts

BACH, Erfreut euch, ihr Herzen

Monday, 9 November - 20:00

Temple de Saint-Gervais - Geneva

From 7.-

Daniil Trifonov

Monday, 11 January - 19:30

Victoria Hall - Geneva

From 10.-

Daniil Trifonov performs a mesmerizing piano recital—pure virtuosity and emotional depth in classical music. Don’t miss this legendary artist live.

Classical music

Hayato Sumino

Wednesday, 2 December - 19:30

Victoria Hall - Geneva

From 10.-

Hayato Sumino delivers a mesmerizing piano recital blending classical mastery with emotional depth—an unforgettable musical journey for all lovers of refined sound.

Classical music

Quatuor AVIV

Thursday, 5 November - 19:30

Conservatoire de musique de Genève - Geneva

From 10.-

Discover a mesmerizing performance by Quatuor AVIV, mastering classical music with unparalleled grace and precision. Limited PMR seating—contact Agence Caecilia for tickets.

Classical music

Last chance

Pablo Márquez & María Cristina Kiehr | Les Jeudis de la Guitare 2026

Thursday, 29 October - 19:00

Les Salons - Geneva

From 10.-

Join Pablo Márquez and Jan Schultsz for an intimate classical evening blending guitar and pianoforte, inspired by their acclaimed album A Joyful Brotherhood—pure musical intimacy and friendship.

Classical music

Grigory Sokolov

Friday, 28 May - 19:30

Victoria Hall - Geneva

From 10.-

Renowned pianist Grigory Sokolov delivers a breathtaking classical piano performance. Discover timeless masterpieces in an unforgettable concert.

Classical music

THIBAUT GARCIA | Les Jeudis de la Guitare 2026

Thursday, 3 December - 19:00

Les Salons - Geneva

From 10.-