Programmet for 2026 er lansert

The 2026 Program is launched!

We are delighted to announce that Festival Fjord Classics 2026 will take place from 1 to 4 July – four days of outstanding music and artistic experiences in the height of the summer season in Sandefjord. This year’s theme is «Abraham» where we trace the historical and cultural lines from our common ancestor. The artists have been announced, and ticket sales are now open! Secure your tickets today!

NB: Join the Fjord Classics Friends group, and you´ll get 20% discount on tickets. Children up to age 12 have free access to all concerts.

Sean Lewis – a true gentleman of music

Sean Lewis passed away on Thursday 26 March 2026. The festival staff honours Sean’s outstanding efforts in building up and developing the festival. Without his dedicated work, the Fjord Classics would never have happened. The festival stands firmly on the foundation Sean built, and it is a true and living memorial to everything Sean stood for. Read the memorial tribute by the Artistic Director Lars Anders Tomter below.  

Bartok´s Viola Concerto from 2021

Here is the video recording of Bartok's viola concerto, in a new chamber orchestra version by Lars Anders Tomter. The performance was a world premiere of Tomter´s version, in which he plays the solo part. Fjord Festival Strings was conducted by Øyvind Bjorå. Tomter´s new version has since received much attention internationally, and is now performed regularly around the world.

Concert Films from 2020

Get a taste of what the festival has to offer by watching our films from the complete 2020 festival. 21 pieces performed by some of Norway´s finest musicians. Free to view.

Watch our Aftermovie from the 2019 festival

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