The International Association of Wagner Societies (RWVI) unites some 130 Associations around the world. As a German-based Organisation it was founded in 1909 but “internationalised” in 1991 to render all Wagner Societies around the world eligible for membership. The Wagner Society of Scotland is rightly proud to be a member. While many composers have locally or nationally based societies dedicated to their works, no other composer has inspired such a world-wide network of supporting societies. There is much pleasure to be gained from being part of that word-wide family of Wagner lovers.
The purpose of the RWVI mirrors our own, namely to promote and deepen the understanding of Richard Wagner’s works and provides support for the next generation of artists through the Richard-Wagner-Stipendienstiftung (Richard Wagner Scholarship Foundation) founded at the Composer’s behest, to which this Society sends a Scholar every year. The RWVI also works to ensure the continued success of the Bayreuth Festival.
2026 Congress
February 19-22 2026
Amsterdam
From 19 to 22 February 2026, the Wagner Society of the Netherlands warmly welcomes you to Amsterdam for the international RWVI Congress. Following the well-attended and inspiring Meeting of Delegates in Bayreuth (May 2025), this will be the first full congress since 2023 – featuring a rich and varied programme.
This edition will bring together delegates, members, and Wagner enthusiasts from all corners of the world in a city teeming with culture, history, and music – a city where Wagner’s spirit can resonate in a truly special way.
At the heart of the congress lies the Meeting of Delegates, during which key strategic and financial decisions will be made for the future of RWVI. Surrounding this core event, the Wagner Society of the Netherlands is organising an engaging and inspiring programme – a celebration of Wagner, of the Netherlands, and of meaningful encounters.
A true highlight will undoubtedly be the performance of Tristan und Isolde, directed by the recently deceased and internationally acclaimed Pierre Audi. This production – once again eagerly anticipated around the world – will be the centrepiece of a broader cultural and musical programme that also includes a mini-symposium, a scholarship holders’ concert, and several enriching excursions.
You can register for the congress and its various activities. At the link below you will find all relevant links to the programme (in English, French, and German), the registration form, and hotel information.
https://www.richard-wagner.org/rwvi/en/events/calendar/?collection_id=4379