The Bergen Philharmonic, a Norwegian national orchestra, is one of the oldest in the world, dating back to 1765. Edvard Grieg served as its artistic director from 1880 to 1882. The orchestra was named Gramophone Orchestra of the Year 2025.
– We are delighted to present – not one – but 101 festival musicians in 2026! Namely all the musicians of the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra, says Festival director Lars Petter Hagen.
