Created in February 2022 by their music director and conductor Thibault Back de Surany, The Van Swietens believe the gap betwenn "early"and "new" music isn't as wide as one might think.

Named after Baron Van Swieten, the Dutch ambassador who promoted Baroque music in late 18th century Vienna, they aim to perform lesser known Baroque, Classical and Early Romantic works on period instruments together with new music commissioned by the ensemble.

Based in Salzburg, The Van Swietens come from 13 different countries and believe in dialog between the arts, aiming to create crossover projects.