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Stilles Appassionata
Entrance is free, donations are welcome.
Entrance is free, donations are welcome.
The Bremen Philharmonic Orchestra performs their historical program from March 29, 1945.
Legendary violinist Fritz Kreisler considered Edward Elgar the most important composer of his time, comparable to Beethoven and Brahms. The 5th Philharmonic Concert allows a direct comparison between Elgar's voluminous Violin Concerto and Beethoven's dramatic "Eroica." The Bremen Philharmonic Orchestra welcomes violinist Frank Peter Zimmermann as a guest soloist.
Legendary violinist Fritz Kreisler considered Edward Elgar the most important composer of his time, comparable to Beethoven and Brahms. The 5th Philharmonic Concert allows a direct comparison between Elgar's voluminous Violin Concerto and Beethoven's dramatic "Eroica." The Bremen Philharmonic Orchestra welcomes violinist Frank Peter Zimmermann as a guest soloist.
On New Year's Eve 2024, Music Director Stefan Klingele fulfills his dream of conducting a big band with the Bremen Philharmonic and vocal ensemble. They'll perform swing classics from Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, Glenn Miller, and Duke Ellington. Entertainer Gayle Tufts hosts.
Students from Grolland elementary school will perform their rendition of the Nutcracker at the Glocke. Their play is about the adventures of Ilja and his nutcracker. The story will be read by Erik Roßbander accompanied by Tchaikovsky's famous Nutcracker suite.
Historically informed performance practice has moved from specialized ensembles to mainstream orchestras. Renowned expert Enrico Onofri joins the Bremen Philharmonic to reinterpret classics like Mozart's Jupiter Symphony and Sinfonia Concertante, demonstrating the power of historical performance on modern instruments. Anette Behr-König and Boris Faust take the solo parts. The concert opens with a rare treat: the overture to Joseph Martin Kraus' opera Olympia.
Historically informed performance practice has moved from specialized ensembles to mainstream orchestras. Renowned expert Enrico Onofri joins the Bremen Philharmonic to reinterpret classics like Mozart's Jupiter Symphony and Sinfonia Concertante, demonstrating the power of historical performance on modern instruments. Anette Behr-König and Boris Faust take the solo parts. The concert opens with a rare treat: the overture to Joseph Martin Kraus' opera Olympia.
Historically informed performance practice has moved from specialized ensembles to mainstream orchestras. Renowned expert Enrico Onofri joins the Bremen Philharmonic to reinterpret classics like Mozart's Jupiter Symphony and Sinfonia Concertante, demonstrating the power of historical performance on modern instruments. Anette Behr-König and Boris Faust take the solo parts. The concert opens with a rare treat: the overture to Joseph Martin Kraus' opera Olympia.
A theatrical concert series for children and adults aged 6 and up. This season's family concerts feature animals. Concert #1 features Camille Saint-Saëns' "Carnival of the Animals," Concert #2 explores the magical world of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's "The Little Prince," and Concert #3 follows the adventures of Puss in Boots.
Director Armin Petras, musician Sebastian Vogel, and musician Thomas Kürstner reinterpret Franz Schubert's song cycle, Winterreise. It is a journey through a lonely winter landscape, reflecting the instability and world-weariness of a shattered soul.
Actor Benedikt Vermeer brings the characters and quotes from Heinrich Spoerl's book and its 1930s film adaptation to life. This humorous solo performance, accompanied by Quartetto con brio playing live music from the era, celebrates Spoerl's timeless story. The quartet's repertoire includes popular melodies by renowned UFA film composers.
The Bremer Philharmoniker's benefit advent concert celebrates their 200th anniversary with music director Stefan Klingele, soprano Elisa Birkenheier, tenor Oliver Sewell, and the Theater Bremen children's choir. The program includes works by Bach, Dvořák, film scores, and festive music. Proceeds benefit the WESER-KURIER Christmas charity.
La Bohème, a four-act opera by Giacomo Puccini, explores the lives of struggling artists in poverty. Directed by Alize Zandwijk, the production delves into themes of humanity and responsibility in precarious times, focusing on the artists' love, celebration, and philosophical discussions amidst hardship. When Mimì falls ill, the harsh realities intrude upon their bohemian world.
Richard Wagner's romantic opera Lohengrin, composed between 1845 and 1848, tells the story of a mysterious stranger who arrives in Brabant during a time of uncertainty. He quickly gains the trust of the people and Elsa, who is accused of fratricide. The stranger disrupts the trial, frees Elsa, and becomes an idol. However, when Elsa asks his name, he disappears, leaving Brabant in chaos. The opera is not only a love story but also a parable about the search for societal utopia and its failure.
The Klangforum at the Musikwerkstatt will be open before and after the concert.
A look at the musical innovations of American composer Charles Ives, whose works are described as crazy, sensational, and revolutionary. The piece also mentions Béla Bartók, whose music for strings, percussion, and celesta became world-famous for its use in Stanley Kubrick's film "Shining." It further discusses Arnold Schönberg's innovative arrangement of Brahms' Piano Quintet, transforming chamber music into a symphony. Finally, the Bremer Philharmoniker celebrate Ives' and Schönberg's 150th birthdays with a special offer for those born on November 17th, 18th, or 19th.
A look at the musical innovations of American composer Charles Ives, whose works are described as crazy, sensational, and revolutionary. The piece also mentions Béla Bartók, whose music for strings, percussion, and celesta became world-famous for its use in Stanley Kubrick's film "Shining." It further discusses Arnold Schönberg's innovative arrangement of Brahms' Piano Quintet, transforming chamber music into a symphony. Finally, the Bremer Philharmoniker celebrate Ives' and Schönberg's 150th birthdays with a special offer for those born on November 17th, 18th, or 19th.
A look at the musical innovations of American composer Charles Ives, whose works are described as crazy, sensational, and revolutionary. The piece also mentions Béla Bartók, whose music for strings, percussion, and celesta became world-famous for its use in Stanley Kubrick's film "Shining." It further discusses Arnold Schönberg's innovative arrangement of Brahms' Piano Quintet, transforming chamber music into a symphony. Finally, the Bremer Philharmoniker celebrate Ives' and Schönberg's 150th birthdays with a special offer for those born on November 17th, 18th, or 19th.
A musical commissioned by Theater Bremen, inspired by Erich Kästner. Konrad, struggling with an essay about the South Seas, embarks on an imaginative journey through various worlds, including Schlaraffenland, a knights' society, and an automated city. This musical, reminiscent of "Hello, Dolly!" and "Mary Poppins," offers a visionary critique of the future, echoing Kästner's themes.
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Keine Frage, wenn Richard Strauss selbst eine Speisekarte vertonen könnte, warum nicht auch mal… die Alpen! Die sind natürlich ein deutlich raumgreifenderes Objekt als ein Menü, aber auch das war für den nie um einen humorigen Spruch verlegenen Strauss kein Problem. Während der reife Strauss für seine Alpensinfonie aus dem Vollen schöpft und so ziemlich alles aufbietet, was in einem modernen Orchester Verwendung finden kann, zeigt der noch junge Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy mit seiner Ouvertüre Meeresstille und glückliche Fahrt, dass er Naturgewalten auch eine Nummer kleiner, aber nicht weniger eindrucksvoll zu schildern vermag – inklusive Happy End. Mit Dmitrij Schostakowitschs zweitem Klavierkonzert steht darüber hinaus ein Spätwerk des Komponisten mit geradezu jugendlich ansteckendem Charme auf dem Programm. Am Dirigentenpult gibt es ein Wiedersehen mit dem Bremer Ulf Schirmer, der weltweit zu den gefragtesten Dirigenten gehört, sich seiner Heimat und den Philharmonikern aber immer noch eng verbunden fühlt. Die Konzerteinführung beginnt 30 Minuten vor dem Konzert im „Kleinen Saal" der Glocke.AbendprogrammheftVollständige Besetzung
Keine Frage, wenn Richard Strauss selbst eine Speisekarte vertonen könnte, warum nicht auch mal… die Alpen! Die sind natürlich ein deutlich raumgreifenderes Objekt als ein Menü, aber auch das war für den nie um einen humorigen Spruch verlegenen Strauss kein Problem. Während der reife Strauss für seine Alpensinfonie aus dem Vollen schöpft und so ziemlich alles aufbietet, was in einem modernen Orchester Verwendung finden kann, zeigt der noch junge Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy mit seiner Ouvertüre Meeresstille und glückliche Fahrt, dass er Naturgewalten auch eine Nummer kleiner, aber nicht weniger eindrucksvoll zu schildern vermag – inklusive Happy End. Mit Dmitrij Schostakowitschs zweitem Klavierkonzert steht darüber hinaus ein Spätwerk des Komponisten mit geradezu jugendlich ansteckendem Charme auf dem Programm. Am Dirigentenpult gibt es ein Wiedersehen mit dem Bremer Ulf Schirmer, der weltweit zu den gefragtesten Dirigenten gehört, sich seiner Heimat und den Philharmonikern aber immer noch eng verbunden fühlt. Die Konzerteinführung beginnt 30 Minuten vor dem Konzert im „Kleinen Saal" der Glocke.AbendprogrammheftVollständige Besetzung