Let's make this birthday one to remember.

81 years old (Born on June 13, 1943)

Happy Birthday, Ludwig Güttler! May your day be as vibrant and resonant as the brass ensembles you have so brilliantly fostered. Whether it's the Virtuosi Saxoniae soaring through Baroque melodies or your Blechbläserensemble warming hearts with its rich harmonies, your musical magic continues to inspire.

Your dedication and tireless leadership of the Leipziger Bach-Collegium leave audiences marveling year after year. Clearly, there's no stopping a maestro whose success hits all the right notes. May you keep shining brighter than polished brass instruments—and may there always be enough breath left over for candles on your cake!

Cheers to another timeless performance!