Concerts with works by

Carl Maria von Weber

Works by von Weber, Beethoven and Brahms

Works by von Weber and Tchaikovsky

DER FREISCHÜTZ

Weber's 1817 opera "Der Freischütz" tells the story of Max, a hunter whose future depends on a shooting trial. Overwhelmed by pressure, he considers a pact with the devil, a path already taken by Kaspar. Max's fiancée, Agathe, shares his anxieties about fate. The opera explores themes of societal pressures, fear of failure, and the battle between good and evil in a world where the characters' beliefs shape their actions. Weber's music captures the anxieties of a generation, making "Der Freischütz" a landmark work of German Romantic opera.

Romantic music with Zubin Mehta and Himari

Schubert’s “Great” C major Symphony is considered by many to epitomise romanticism in orchestral music. The first call of the horns is typical of the era – evoking a sound world that is at once warm, idyllic and full of yearning. Conductor Zubin Mehta has included two further Romantic works on the programme: Carl Maria von Weber’s overture to the fairy-tale opera Oberon and Henryk Wieniawski’s Violin Concerto No. 1, with its combination of heartfelt expression and overwhelming virtuosity. Himari, who comes from Japan and is just 13 years old, makes her debut with the Berliner Philharmoniker as soloist.

Romantic music with Zubin Mehta and Himari

Schubert’s “Great” C major Symphony is considered by many to epitomise romanticism in orchestral music. The first call of the horns is typical of the era – evoking a sound world that is at once warm, idyllic and full of yearning. Conductor Zubin Mehta has included two further Romantic works on the programme: Carl Maria von Weber’s overture to the fairy-tale opera Oberon and Henryk Wieniawski’s Violin Concerto No. 1, with its combination of heartfelt expression and overwhelming virtuosity. Himari, who comes from Japan and is just 13 years old, makes her debut with the Berliner Philharmoniker as soloist.

Romantic music with Zubin Mehta and Himari

Schubert’s “Great” C major Symphony is considered by many to epitomise romanticism in orchestral music. The first call of the horns is typical of the era – evoking a sound world that is at once warm, idyllic and full of yearning. Conductor Zubin Mehta has included two further Romantic works on the programme: Carl Maria von Weber’s overture to the fairy-tale opera Oberon and Henryk Wieniawski’s Violin Concerto No. 1, with its combination of heartfelt expression and overwhelming virtuosity. Himari, who comes from Japan and is just 13 years old, makes her debut with the Berliner Philharmoniker as soloist.

Klang der Stille

Florian Illies, known for his chronicle of German sentiment, has recently captivated audiences with compilations on 1913 and love during times of hate. His latest work delves into German Romanticism, portraying Caspar David Friedrich as a painter of devout introspection on the edge of abstraction. The symphony concert "Sound of Silence" complements this, showing Friedrich wasn't alone in his artistic journey.

Classic with baby

A chamber music concert for adults with babies aged 0–12 months. This half hour of music is adapted to suit adult tastes and babies’ hearing. Gentle and soft, with plenty of space in the auditorium. The audience sits on the floor in front of the stage, or on benches further back in the auditorium – the choice is yours.Two of the country’s most acclaimed top musicians are the guests at Classic with Baby this time: clarinet virtuoso Emil Jonason – a musician who makes the impossible possible on his instrument – and performing alongside him is one of Sweden’s absolute finest pianists, Peter Friis Johansson. As a duo, Emil and Peter have been touring together for nearly 15 years, performing concerts all across Sweden as well as on major stages throughout Europe.Concert pianist Natalie Gourman Syberg is host, and also initiated Classical with Babies. ***The possibility of bringing a pram into Konserthuset is very limited, so please consider leaving the pram at home.

Classic with baby

A chamber music concert for adults with babies aged 0–12 months. This half hour of music is adapted to suit adult tastes and babies’ hearing. Gentle and soft, with plenty of space in the auditorium. The audience sits on the floor in front of the stage, or on benches further back in the auditorium – the choice is yours.Two of the country’s most acclaimed top musicians are the guests at Classic with Baby this time: clarinet virtuoso Emil Jonason – a musician who makes the impossible possible on his instrument – and performing alongside him is one of Sweden’s absolute finest pianists, Peter Friis Johansson. As a duo, Emil and Peter have been touring together for nearly 15 years, performing concerts all across Sweden as well as on major stages throughout Europe.Concert pianist Natalie Gourman Syberg is host, and also initiated Classical with Babies. ***The possibility of bringing a pram into Konserthuset is very limited, so please consider leaving the pram at home.

Classic with baby

A chamber music concert for adults with babies aged 0–12 months. This half hour of music is adapted to suit adult tastes and babies’ hearing. Gentle and soft, with plenty of space in the auditorium. The audience sits on the floor in front of the stage, or on benches further back in the auditorium – the choice is yours.Concert pianist Natalie Gourman Syberg is host, and also initiated Classical with Babies. ***The possibility of bringing a pram into Konserthuset is very limited, so please consider leaving the pram at home.

Classic with baby

A chamber music concert for adults with babies aged 0–12 months. This half hour of music is adapted to suit adult tastes and babies’ hearing. Gentle and soft, with plenty of space in the auditorium. The audience sits on the floor in front of the stage, or on benches further back in the auditorium – the choice is yours.Concert pianist Natalie Gourman Syberg is host, and also initiated Classical with Babies. ***The possibility of bringing a pram into Konserthuset is very limited, so please consider leaving the pram at home.

DER FREISCHÜTZ

Weber's 1817 opera "Der Freischütz" tells the story of Max, a hunter whose future depends on a shooting trial. Overwhelmed by pressure, he considers a pact with the devil, a path already taken by Kaspar. Max's fiancée, Agathe, shares his anxieties about fate. The opera explores themes of societal pressures, fear of failure, and the battle between good and evil in a world where the characters' beliefs shape their actions. Weber's music captures the anxieties of a generation, making "Der Freischütz" a landmark work of German Romantic opera.

Guest performance

»Highlights«

Promoting young talent is a central concern of the Hamburg Chamber Music Festival. This concert features five young prizewinners of international competitions. Together, they will rehearse true chamber music »highlights« especially for this evening.

Sommerkonzert Kinderchor der Staatsoper

Johann Sebastian Bach's "Peasant Cantata" from 1742 features Saxon dialect, dance forms, and folk melodies. Carl Maria von Weber composed the "Freischütz Mass" in 1818 while working on his famous opera Der Freischütz.

Bregenz Festival 'The Marksman'

Bregenz Festival 'The Marksman'

Bregenz Festival 'The Marksman'

Bregenz Festival 'The Marksman'

Bregenz Festival 'The Marksman'

Bregenz Festival 'The Marksman'

Bregenz Festival 'The Marksman'

Bregenz Festival 'The Marksman'

Bregenz Festival 'The Marksman'

Bregenz Festival 'The Marksman'

Bregenz Festival 'The Marksman'

Works by von Weber and Tchaikovsky

Bregenz Festival 'The Marksman'

Bregenz Festival 'The Marksman'

Bregenz Festival 'The Marksman'

Bregenz Festival 'The Marksman'