FAUST – 100 Years of Temptation - Church Sound 2026

–Program–
Friedrich Wilhelm MURNAU: Faust – A German Folk Tale (1926)
Silent film with live improvised organ music

–Cast–
Jeremy Joseph, Organ

An extraordinary cultural experience awaits guests and locals in Bad Ischl: On the occasion of its 100th anniversary, Friedrich Wilhelm Murnau's famous silent film Faust – A German Folk Tale will be brought to life in an impressive way at the parish church of St. Nicholas. The historic atmosphere of the church and the powerful sound of the Kaiser Jubilee Organ create a special setting for this evening, enriching the cultural offerings in the Salzkammergut with an impressive highlight.

The internationally renowned organist Jeremy Joseph, a member of the Vienna Hofburgkapelle, will accompany the film with live improvised organ music, allowing Murnau's expressionistic images to shine anew in a fascinating soundscape. In the unique acoustics of the church, projection, light, and music merge into an intense overall experience that impressively underscores Bad Ischl as a vibrant cultural city.

FAUST – 100 Years of Temptation is a memorable highlight that rounds off any visit to Bad Ischl in an impressive way – an atmospheric evening between film history, organ sound, and the unique flair of the imperial city.

The KirchKlang Festival Salzkammergut 2026, under the artistic direction of Martin Haselböck, connects extraordinary musical moments with the unique places and landscapes of the Salzkammergut. www.kirchklang.at