Only few would imagine that since 1958 the romanian capital, Bucharest has played host to some of the most influential soloists and orchestras of the day. It is a tradition that continues in year 2011, as visitors can feast on 47 soloists, 36 orchestras, 10 operas and ballets, and 6 choirs along with 24 opuses from famed Romanian composer George Enescu. Performances take place between 1. September and 25 September at venues throughout the capital city. Britain's daily The Guardian exclaimed "The mighty Salzburg festival now has a rival." Indeed, elite contemporary performers including the Lausanne Chamber Orchestra, Il Giardino Armonico, Hallynk, Tiberghien, Ugorski, Uri Caine and Yo-Yo Ma will all be in attendance.
