In 2027, Mid EUROPE will return to Schladming

Mid EUROPE July 13–17, 2027

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What is Mid EUROPE?

International Wind Music Festival in Schladming

Mid EUROPE is one of Europe’s most important international wind music festivals. It brings musicians, conductors, orchestras, and music lovers from all over the world to Schladming. The festival focuses on world-class wind music, international exchange, and special musical encounters.

Mid-EUROPE at a glance:

  • Event: International Brass Band Festival
  • Location: Schladming in the Schladming-Dachstein region, Austria
  • Next edition: Mid EUROPE 2027
  • Program: Concerts, workshops, and musical encounters
  • Participants: International orchestras, ensembles, musicians, and conductors
  • For whom: Professionals, amateur musicians, young talents, and music enthusiasts
  • Focus: Wind music at an international level, professional development, and cross-border exchange

In 2027, Mid EUROPE returns to Schladming. For one week, the region will become a gathering place for the international wind music community. Visitors will enjoy concerts and workshops, discover different facets of wind music, and meet musicians from numerous countries.

Ladies, take the stage!

Mid EUROPE 2027 will place greater emphasis on women. In wind ensembles, they are taking on leadership roles and shaping the orchestras with their skill and passion. It is time to highlight their achievements even more and give them this platform.

Mid EUROPE 2027 is placing a greater focus on women in wind music. In music associations and orchestras, they are taking on leadership roles, providing musical inspiration, and shaping the world of wind music with their skill, dedication, and passion. It is time to highlight their achievements even more and give them the stage they deserve.

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Program

Brass Band Music Throughout Schladming

Mid EUROPE brings international brass music to special venues in Schladming:

  • Congress Schladming: world-class concerts
  • Main Square: atmospheric open-air concerts
  • Parish Church: unique musical experiences
  • Planai Stadium: spectacular tattoo featuring musical and performance groups

Look forward to musical diversity and unforgettable moments against the backdrop of the Schladming mountains.

Orchestra Registration

for Mid EUROPE 2027

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WYWOP & WAWOP

WYWOP & WAWOP (World Youth/Adult Wind Orchestra Project) bring together young and experienced wind musicians from around the world. The focus is on making music together, international exchange, and unique musical experiences.
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Master Class in Conducting

In this exclusive master class, participants will work on pieces from a provided repertoire list and immediately apply their knowledge in practical rehearsals with a practice orchestra. Benefit from the guidance and expertise of renowned conductors and take your skills to a new level.

That was Mid EUROPE 2025

Questions and Answers

Mid Europe is one of the significant international brass music festivals with musicians from all around the world.

The brass music festival takes place between the 13th and the 17th July, 2027.

In 2027 the musicians can be heard again when they are playing in Schladming. The main musical venues are: congress Schladming, Planai stadium, Hauptplatz Schladming and the Catholic Church Schladming.

Aside from the music, the festival also offers a diverse program: from top-notch concerts and atmospheric open-air performances to workshops and unique show formats like the children's concert, the women's wind orchestra, and the musical evening.

International orchestras, ensembles, conductors, and musicians will perform at Mid EUROPE. The exact lineup will be announced gradually.

The Tattoo is one of the special highlights of Mid EUROPE. At Planai Stadium, brass band music and entertainment come together: international music and performance groups create a spectacular experience.

WAWOP stands for World Adult Wind Orchestra Project and is aimed at adult musicians. It focuses on making music together, international exchange, and high-quality wind music.

WYWOP stands for World Youth Wind Orchestra Project and brings together young musicians from different countries to rehearse and perform together at a high musical level.

It depends on the respective event. While a select few require a ticket, many offer free entry.

Information about the ticket sale can be found here.

You can get to Schladming via public transportation as well as by car. In Schladming many places can be reached by foot with an excellent public transportation network taking you to far away destinations. The closest Airport lies in Salzburg.

Schladming offers a series of accommodations with various board options. Especially during the Mid EUROPE it's advantageous to book early.