Recommendations
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19 November
: Raphaël Pichon conducts Brahms
With their distinctive sound, Pygmalion and its conductor Raphaël Pichon regularly give acclaimed concerts. In their new program, they focus on the vocal-symphonic works of Johannes Brahms. The soloist is the celebrated baritone Stéphane Degout.
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2 December
: Helmut Lachenmann
»Beethoven was the first to consciously stop composing to please others«, enthuses composer Helmut Lachenmann. To mark his 90th birthday, the SRW Symphony Orchestra is performing Beethoven's seventh symphony and Lachenmann's piano concerto.
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4 December
: Henri Texier Septet
Henri Texier, one legend of the French jazz scene, is coming to the Elbphilharmonie. In addition to his double bass, he will also be bringing his septet, with whom he will be playing pieces from his latest album, »An Indian’s Life«.
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12–16 November
: Focus Catalunya
Mediterranean sun to combat the gray November skies! The »Catalunya« festival focuses on the diversity of Catalan music, from medieval music to symphony orchestras and choirs to folk dances, electronic music, and singing star Sílvia Pérez Cruz.
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20 November
: NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra / Peter Rundel
New music about old paintings: the works of Hèctor Parra, Bohuslav Martinů, and Gérard Grisey are linked by the Renaissance artist Piero della Francesca. Peter Rundel conducts this exciting confrontation between the eras.
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27/28/30 November
: NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra / Andris Poga
Andris Poga conducts works that offer hope in dark times: Honegger’s Third Symphony sends a clear message against war. Vaughan Williams’ »Songs of Travel« and Strauss’ »Death and Transfiguration« trace life in all its facets.
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29 November
: Ensemble Modern / Sylvain Cambreling
Contemporary music at the Elbphilharmonie: the renowned Ensemble Modern and conductor Sylvain Cambreling congratulate the great composer Helmut Lachenmann on his 90th birthday. The colourful soundscape of Unsuk Chin’s »Graffiti« fills the Grand Hall.
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5 December
: Fast Lane: Johan Dalene
»He makes his Stradivarius sing like a master«, enthused Le Monde about the young violinist Johan Dalene. With works from his homeland, the Scandinavian presents this special sound in the Recital Hall of the Elbphilharmonie.
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16 November / Laeiszhalle
: Symphoniker Hamburg
A melodious friendship in the shadow of the Cold War: Dmitri Shostakovich and Benjamin Britten. With symphonies by both composers, the Hamburg Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Nicolas Ellis, focuses on this connection.
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17 November / Laeiszhalle
: Jazz Piano: Craig Taborn Trio
Always at the cutting edge: Craig Taborn has earned a reputation in the jazz scene as an avant-garde artist and sound explorer on the piano. Together with cellist Tomeka Reid and drummer Ches Smith, the star pianist is exploring new worlds of jazz.
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27 November / Laeiszhalle
: Brahms: A German Requiem
The NDR Vocal Ensemble will perform Brahms’ Requiem in a very intimate version for choir with piano accompaniment at the Laeiszhalle. The solo parts will be performed by John Chest and Australian singer Siobhan Stagg, among others.
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30 November / Laeiszhalle
: Symphoniker Hamburg / Albrecht Mayer / Ton Koopman
Two legends perform great hits by Bach, Mozart and Haydn: Ton Koopmans is one of the leading figures in the early music scene and is conducting the Symphoniker Hamburg for the first time. Albrecht Mayer takes to the stage for Mozart's Oboe Concerto.
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7 December
: Concert for Young People: Bridges Kammerorchester
Diverse music from around the world: The Bridges Chamber Orchestra brings together musicians and instruments from different cultures. Their original compositions combine Arabic, Persian, and European classical music, jazz, and more.
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8/9 January 2026
: Young People’s Concert vision string quartet
The vision string quartet enjoys experimenting and is performing at the Elbphilharmonie: Four musicians from Berlin play classical works and their own pieces ranging from pop, rock, and folk to minimal music.
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28/29 March
: Workshop Kreativ BeatObsession
A weekend of beats and rhythm! At “Kreativ BeatObsession,” objects are collected and turned into instruments. With creativity and a spirit of experimentation, participants tap, drum, and build until the walls shake.
From the Mediatheque : Videos, Podcasts, Articles
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Video on demand from 3 Nov 2025 : Julian Lage in the Recital Hall
Jazz guitarist Julian Lage presents his latest solo project »World‘s Fair« #Jazz #RecitalHall #LiveStream
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Elbphilharmonie Talk with Martin Fröst
The Swedish clarinet star talks about his career, ABBA and a dance with his instrument #Interview #Podcast #Talk
