Wiener Jeunesse Orchester will present an extraordinary concert at the Romanian Athenaeum on July 31, as part of the International “Magic Summer” Festival, according to a press release. At the concert, the orchestra will present an interestins program, under the baton of Herbert Bock, with pieces signed by Leonar Bernstein, Wolfgang Korngold and Gustav Mahler. The concert will begin with Candide Overture by Leonard Bernstein. Composed in 1956, which is a sample of orchestra vistuosity, combining elements of classical and jazz music, characteristic of Bernstein's style. Then the audience will listen to the violin concert by Wolfgang Korngold. The concert is known for its melodic beauty and complexity, combining Romantic influences with a modern style. Daniel Auner, one of the most talented and appreciated violinists of his generation, known for his perfect technique and emotional performace will be the soloist of the concert. At the end, Wiener Jeunesse Orchester will play Symphony no.1 “Titan”by Gustav Mahler. The symphony is an exploration of human nature and emotions. From the beginning to the end this symphony represents and intense, deep musical journey which reflects the composer's landscapes of the soul. It is a work that offers a spectacular and emotional audio experience. In August, people are invited to three cncerts: Slovenia's Youth Orchestra on August 7, the Romanian Youth Orchestra, conducted by Cristian Mandeal on August 14, the International Festival “Magical Summer” ending with a concert performed by Sinfonietta Orchestra, with conductor and soloist Alexander Sitkovetsky. Tickets and subscriptions are available online. Tickets can be also bought at the Romanian Athenaeum.
Romanian deep-tech startup .lumen, the developer of what it says are the world’s first AI-powered glasses for the blind, has secured a new investment from EIT Urban Mobility, the European innovation community focused on advancing sustainable and inclusive urban mobility solutions. The value of the new funding round was not disclosed. The investment aligns with […]
The health spending per capita in Romania was the lowest in the EU, with spending less than half the EU average in 2023, the recently released report, State of Health in the EU - Romania Country Health Profile 2025, shows. At the same time, life expectancy in Romania is 5.1 years below the EU average, […]
Romania’s annual inflation rate stood at roughly 9.8% in November 2025, similar to October, according to data published by the National Institute of Statistics (INS). Food prices increased by 7.6% last month, while services rose roughly 11% and non-food goods climbed 10.7%. The consumer price index rose by 0.42% in November compared with October, while […]
Three French soldiers deployed in Romania as part of NATO’s Multinational Battle Group at Cincu intervened to save a truck driver following a serious traffic accident on the A3 Bucharest–Ploiești motorway, the Romanian Ministry of Defense said. The incident occurred earlier this week as the soldiers were traveling toward Ploiești and witnessed the truck crash...
Eight contemporary art galleries will present the works of the artists they represent at the third edition of the Smallest Art Fair in Town, an event dedicated to works on paper. This edition showcases works “investigating the state of wandering, disorientation, and rediscovery in the face of uncertainty.” Under the title In Dark Woods, A […]
Parents everywhere are asking an important question: What skills will truly prepare a child for a world defined by rapid change, global uncertainty, and the rise of artificial intelligence? For decades, schools focused entirely on academics. Today, research from neuroscience, performance psychology, and leading universities shows a different reality: The students who thrive long-term are […]
