Edward Elgar dedicated his “Enigma Variations”, premiered in 1899, “to my friends pictured within”, in the words of the composer himself. The 14 variations on a lyrical theme are musical portraits that depict not only Elgar’s wife, but also his publisher, members of his orchestra and, in the end, even himself. He wrote their names only as initials above the individual movements – a composition as an enigma, as a puzzle. This closing concert of Klosters Music 2026 is also David Whelton’s farewell concert as Artistic Director of the festival. The Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie Bremen is an orchestra that is close to his heart and has provided many magical moments at Klosters Music in recent years. Duncan Ward, Chief Conductor of Philzuid and a compatriot held in high esteem by David Whelton, takes the podium. He first appeared at Klosters Music in 2021 with the Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie Bremen, where he delighted audiences on his festival debut. And violinist Veronika Eberle, a long-standing musical friend, will perform Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s “Sinfonia concertante” together with British violist Timothy Ridout. All friends of Klosters Music can look forward to a very special evening.