Vogler to Remain Artistic Director of the Dresden Music Festival

Cellist Jan Vogler will remain artistic director of the Dresden Music Festival for another five years. His new term will begin on October 31, 2026, and end on June 30, 2031, the city administration announced, praising the festival’s successful development as it prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary next year. 

Vogler took over as artistic director of the festival, which was founded in 1978, in 2009. Since then, he has successfully expanded the festival and secured substantial external funding, according to the announcement.

Dresden Mayor Praises Vogler’s Creativity

“With his many ideas, Jan Vogler has helped ensure that the music festival plays an important role in Dresden’s cultural and tourism sectors. Every year, he succeeds in attracting outstanding musicians to Dresden and delighting audiences with a diverse program,” emphasized Mayor Dirk Hilbert (FDP). 

Vogler is regarded as a guarantee of the festival’s success

Annekatrin Klepsch (Die Linke), the city’s mayor for culture and tourism, described Vogler as a key factor in the further development of the music festival. He can help “anchor the festival in the international consciousness on the musical map and inspire people to see Dresden as a city of music.”

Vogler expressed his gratitude for the trust placed in him. Dresden has established itself very prominently on the international festival scene in recent years. “I look forward to shaping this path for another five years.”

Born in 1964, the musician directs not only the Dresden Music Festival but also the Moritzburg Chamber Music Festival. As a cellist, he performs internationally, including as a soloist with renowned orchestras. He lives in New York and Dresden.