In 2024, the Anton Bruckner Private University celebrates its remarkable transformation from a conservatory to a university. Over two decades, Anton Bruckner University has established itself as one of the most prestigious institutions for music and performing arts. To mark its 20th anniversary, the university presents the publication 20 Jahre – 20 Stimmen (“20 Years – 20 Voices”), where key figures share their perspectives on the art of being a university.
These narratives unfold in a visual crescendo – starting with a single word, evolving into condensed thoughts, and culminating in an analog photo series that captures the institution’s ever-changing story. Historical intermezzi serve as structural pauses, interweaving key facts and milestones of the journey of the Anton Bruckner University.
The typography is defined by the interplay of ABC Synt and ABC Monument Grotesk, both from Dinamo. Synt, with its precise, parametric rhythms, evokes the staccato-like pattern of musical notes, reinforcing the visual dynamism of the publication. In contrast, Monument Grotesk conveys a sense of permanence with its bold, monumental letterforms. Together, these typefaces embody the balance between tradition and innovation, lending the publication a distinctive, contemporary aesthetic.