Music will once again play a central role in the Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Winter Games, to be held on 6 February 2026.
Among the highlights of one of the world’s most anticipated events, two leading figures of the international music scene will perform: Lang Lang, one of the most celebrated and influential pianists of our time, and Cecilia Bartoli, the world-renowned mezzo-soprano and extraordinary ambassador of the great Italian opera tradition.
Their participation further enriches a ceremony already featuring artists such as Mariah Carey, Andrea Bocelli, Laura Pausini, Pierfrancesco Favino, Sabrina Impacciatore, and Matilde De Angelis. It promises to be an emotional journey inspired by the theme “Armonia.” The Opening Ceremony will unite sport, art, and culture, in the spirit of the Olympic values of dialogue and sharing (tickets are still available through this link).
Two artists with different backgrounds and repertoires, who have collaborated for years, sharing a vision of music as a powerful means of connection between peoples, generations and cultures.
Cecilia Bartoli, one of the most authoritative voices on the international operatic scene, will bring the timeless power of the Italian tradition. Beloved by audiences and critics alike, throughout her career Bartoli has interpreted the classical repertoire with intelligence, passion and rigour. Her unmistakable and intense voice will shape one of the most evocative moments of the evening.
Lang Lang, a global piano superstar, has long been a key figure in bringing classical music beyond its traditional boundaries, engaging new and diverse audiences worldwide. With his magnetic presence and extraordinary talent, he has performed on the world’s most prestigious stages, becoming a global emblem of artistic excellence.
In a global setting of an Olympic Opening Ceremony, music emerges as a universal language, celebrating unity through diversity while transforming the event into a truly shared experience. In constant dialogue with imagery and performance, music will not merely accompany the show but will play a central narrative role, becoming an integral part of the story unfolding before audiences around the world.