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: Elbphilharmonie Explains: Hanns Eisler

Eisler expert Albrecht Dümling on the extraordinary composer, his contradictions and on music for a better world.

The Acoustics at the Elbphilharmonie

Frequently asked questions about the acoustics in the Grand Hall.

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: Elbphilharmonie Explains: Konnakol

Percussionist Magnus Dauner demonstrates the southern Indian syllabic language – a key to the world of Indian rhythms.

Elbphilharmonie Explains: The Recorder

Recorder virtuoso Maurice Steger explains his instrument.

Elbphilharmonie explains: The Kora

An instrument between kings and calabashes: virtuoso Seckou Keita explains the kora.

Elbphilharmonie explains: The Elbphilharmonie organ

The majestic instrument at the heart of the Grand Hall is explained in short videos.

Elbphilharmonie explains: The bayan

Russian musician Aydar Gaynullin presents his instrument.

Elbphilharmonie explains: The theorbo

How the oversized lute came to dominate Renaissance stages.

Elbphilharmonie Explains: the Cornett

The Quintessence of a Flute, a Trumpet and a Human Being: the Cornett.

Black Market Tickets

Elbphilharmonie tickets are frequently offered at exorbitant prices on the internet. Key questions and answers on the black market.