Ein Hoch auf die Leidenschaft

Ein Hoch auf die Leidenschaft

Cellist Jeremias Fliedl, praised by Austrian press, performs Dvořák's Cello Concerto alongside Sibelius's First Symphony at the 7th Philharmonic Concert. Both composers, influenced by their homelands, shaped Czech and Finnish music. Emmanuel Tjeknavorian, previously a soloist, now conducts the Bremen Philharmonic. Pre-concert talks occur 30 minutes prior, and programs are available for download or free at the venue.

Auf ein Schwätzchen mit Svenja Gottsmann

Throughout the day, free concerts take place between the Cologne Philharmonic, Filmforum, and WDR Funkhaus. The Hafenschänke, just five minutes away, offers refreshments, digital program browsing, artist information, and discussions. Around 6:30 pm, join Svenja Gottsmann, dramaturge at the Cologne Opera.

Auf ein Schwätzchen mit Louwrens Langevoort

Free concerts will be held throughout the day at the Cologne Philharmonic, Filmforum, and WDR Funkhaus. The Hafenschänke, just five minutes away, offers refreshments, digital program browsing, artist information, and discussions. Around 1 p.m., meet Louwrens Langevoort, the director of the Cologne Philharmonic and head of ACHT BRÜCKEN | Music for Cologne.

Bock auf Klassik?!

Alles auf los

The catchy and heartwarming melodies of Jewish Klezmer music are the perfect start to the new year. Mahler's musical language, rooted in Bohemian folk music tradition, resonates with Klezmer. Uri Caine and his band, along with the Komische Oper Berlin orchestra, will evoke both tears and foot-tapping. Embrace these emotions and step confidently into 2025. Happy New Year!

„Ein Lied geht um die Welt“

Ein Bach-Fest für die Truhenorgel

Johann Adam Hiller, successor to Johann Sebastian Bach, praised Bach as the strongest piano and organ player of his time. Bach is not only a great church musician and organ composer but also intensively explored the harpsichord, performing concerts with his sons for three or four solo keyboard instruments at the Zimmermann coffee house in Leipzig. The Bach Festival for the chest organ will feature four organists showcasing this rich sound with up to four organs.

"Der Ochse auf dem Dach - Ist das ein Beat?"

Berlin-based actress, director, and author Christine Marx, collaborating with pianist/composer Orlando Bass and saxophonist Eudes Bernstein, created a program for children and curious parents. Featuring piano and saxophone, it introduces children to rhythms and genres through stories and interactive games, exposing them to famous modern classical compositions in a child-friendly way.

"Der Ochse auf dem Dach - Ist das ein Beat?"

Berlin-based actress, director, and author Christine Marx, collaborating with pianist/composer Orlando Bass and saxophonist Eudes Bernstein, created a program for children and curious parents. Featuring piano and saxophone, it introduces children to rhythms and genres through stories and interactive games, exposing them to famous modern classical compositions in a child-friendly way.