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A Symphony of Seasons: The Concertgebouw Orchestra's March-April Showcase

The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra sets the stage for an exhilarating musical journey with a lineup of diverse events running from March through April. From playful children's concerts to profound orchestral performances, this season promises a rich palette of experiences. With esteemed conductors and accomplished performers, including Klaus Mäkelä's highly anticipated presence, the orchestra invites audiences in Amsterdam, Hamburg, and Vienna to indulge in timeless classics and innovative compositions. These events highlight both the enduring power of classical music and the fresh perspectives of contemporary composers.

Mar 22, 2025

1. Children’s concert

The Concertgebouw Orchestra and Släpstick are teaming up to give a brand-new children’s concert: Commander_n00b is a concert and game all in one.

Mar 23, 2025

Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra

Amsterdam · The Concertgebouw

2. Klaus Mäkelä conducts Schumann

Under the baton of its future chief conductor Klaus Mäkelä, the Concertgebouw Orchestra performs Schumann’s Fourth Symphony, a new work by Oh, and Gubaidulina’s Offertorium featuring violinist Julian Rachlin.

26 - 28 Mar, 2025

Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra

Amsterdam · The Concertgebouw

3. Klaus Mäkelä with Schumann in Vienna and Hamburg

30 - 31 Mar, 2025

Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra

Hamburg · Elbphilharmonie Hamburg + 1 other locations

4. On tour: Klaus Mäkelä conducts Mahler 

The Concertgebouw Orchestra performs Mahler’s Symphony No. 1 on tour in Vienna and Hamburg. Klaus Mäkelä also conducts Verklärte Nacht by Arnold Schönberg, who was born 150 years ago.

Mar 31 - Apr 2, 2025

Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra

Hamburg · Elbphilharmonie Hamburg + 1 other locations

5. Children’s Music Day

On Sunday, 6 April, children aged two to four are welcome to join the Concertgebouw Orchestra at Gabriël Metsustraat 16 for a colourful musical programme. A musician from the orchestra will be taking them on an exciting musical journey of discovery. There’s a mysterious ‘Sound Box’, in which secret sounds are hidden. Whatever might come out of it? Children’s Music Day is all about the very youngest listeners feeling, sensing and experiencing music.

Apr 6, 2025

Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra

Amsterdam · The Concertgebouw

6. St Matthew Passion

Riccardo Minasi leads the Concertgebouw Orchestra, choirs and soloists in Bach’s St Matthew Passion.

11 - 13 Apr, 2025

Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra

Amsterdam · The Concertgebouw

7. Bijlmer Klassiek: Spicy Odyssey

The Concertgebouw Orchestra and the Bijlmer Parktheatre are collaborating on a series of groundbreaking concerts seamlessly blending different musical styles and the performing arts.

Apr 12, 2025

Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra

Amsterdam · Nelson Mandela park

8. Klaus Mäkelä conducts Ravel, Bartók and Connesson

The Concertgebouw Orchestra, conductor Klaus Mäkelä and two of the orchestra’s soloists transport you to distant worlds. Fairy tales by Ravel and Bartók and two works by the contemporary sound wizard Guillaume Connesson: four pieces of music to take in visually.

16 - 17 Apr, 2025

Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra

Amsterdam · The Concertgebouw

9. Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 7

Semyon Bychkov leads the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Dmitri Shostakovich’s monumental ‘Leningrad’ Symphony.

24 - 27 Apr, 2025

Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra

Amsterdam · The Concertgebouw

10. Stravinsky’s Petrushka

Paavo Järvi conducts the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Stravinsky’s colourful ballet score Petrouchka, Jean-Yves Thibaudet is the soloist in Khatchatourian’s dazzling Piano Concerto.

Apr 30 - May 2, 2025

Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra

Amsterdam · The Concertgebouw

Conclusion

This spring, the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra exemplifies the transformative power of music through a series of diverse and engaging performances. Whether it’s introducing children to the joys of classical music or showcasing the talents of acclaimed conductors and soloists, each event promises to captivate and inspire. As the orchestra continues to blend tradition with innovation, audiences are invited to experience the timeless allure of music, reimagined for the modern era.

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