BDMV
Germany
22 September 2026 · Competitions
Patronage for the European Championship for Wind Orchestras
On 22 September, the Bundesvereinigung Deutscher Musikverbände (BDMV) announced that Baden-Württemberg's Minister-President, Cem Özdemir, had accepted patronage of the European Championship for Wind Orchestras (ECWO).
At a glance
- When
- 20 – 22 November 2026
- Where
- Stuttgart, alongside BRAWO
- Patron
- Cem Özdemir, Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg
The championship will take place in Stuttgart from 20 to 22 November 2026, alongside the BRAWO wind orchestra trade fair. The patronage recognises the cultural and social importance of wind music, voluntary engagement and international exchange.