BrassUnit is a Swedish brass quintet that distinguishes itself through strong musicality, innovative programs and a warm stage expression. They create concerts where music from different times and genres meet in unexpected ways – with the goal of surprising, inspiring and touching.

BrassUnit

Vara Concert Hall

»My career feels a bit like the history of conducting: from a standing violinist to concertmaster and eventually with just a baton in my hand.« Andrew Manze was a celebrated baroque violinist in the early music scene for a long time, then decided in favour of the conductor’s podium – and is now also passionately immersing himself in the great romantic scores. He fell in love with music and his current profession at an early age: as a child, he simply plucked a branch from his parents’ garden and swung it to symphonies from the radio. Today, our guest conductor is known as a creative free spirit and exudes a lot of British charm. We are pleased that he is once again conducting one of his favourite programmes with us: Grieg wrote his famous piano concerto in 1868 as a newlywed – a very vivacious piece with memorable melodies and typical Norwegian rhythms, for which we welcome the young artist Lukas Sternath as soloist. There is also the colourful and compelling work »Transit Underground« by Swedish composer Tobias Broström, born in 1978. We will conclude with Sibelius’ Symphony No. 5, which he began in the middle of the First World War. It nevertheless carries a largely optimistic tone in a sea full of superb soundscapes – including the »swan theme«, sounding like film music. It will be a thrilling musical experience with Andrew Manze, because his overflowing joy in the compositions is inspiring and his impulses spark new ways of playing – and when everything works together in harmony, he is happy: »For me, the act of making music is everything. I love the magic when musicians come together, think about music and then something fantastic emerges.«

Andrew Manze, Lukas Sternath

Bamberg Concert Hall

RDAM Symphony Orchestra conducted by Anu Tali

RDAM Annual Gala Concert

Konservatoriets Koncertsal

Join us for an evening of exceptional percussion performance by Cameron Marquez, a talented Master of Music student at the Northwestern Bienen School of Music. This captivating recital is scheduled for Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at 6:00pm CDT, taking place in the intimate setting of the Shirley Welsh Ryan Opera Theater.

Under the guidance of She-e Wu, Cameron Marquez will showcase his mastery through a diverse program that includes works by Michael Jarrell, José Manuel López López, Mark Applebaum, Joseph Schwantner, and Tobias Broström. The pieces range from the intricate rhythms of "Entlehnungen" to the dynamic energy of "Velocities," promising an evening of rich musical exploration.

This event is open to all, with no tickets required, making it a perfect opportunity for music lovers and enthusiasts to experience the vibrancy of live percussion music. The Shirley Welsh Ryan Opera Theater, located within the Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Center for the Musical Arts at 70 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL, offers a cozy ambiance with stunning views of Lake Michigan, enhancing the overall experience of the performance.

Don't miss this free event where music, talent, and the scenic beauty of Evanston come together for an unforgettable evening.

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Cameron Marquez, percussion

Northwestern University

When spring is at its loveliest, the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra presents Gershwin’s sensational Piano Concerto with pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet. We also hear the world premiere of Broström’s new symphony. This magical evening is led by Santtu-Matias Rouvali!

Spring Delight with Gershwin

Göteborgs Symfoniker

The season ends with world star Peter Mattei offering interpretations of the pain of love and the search for spiritual perfection. 



Broken hearts have given rise to many musical masterpieces, and in this concert, world singer Peter Mattei interprets with poignant blackness and overwhelming vocal beauty the young Gustav Mahler's bitter love pain in Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen. After a disastrous marriage, Pyotr Tchaikovsky seeks peace of mind with his customary abundance of languid, singable melodies in Symphony No. 4 . 

Tobias Broström

Events

Upcoming events

27 - 28 May, 2026

Spring Delight with Gershwin ·

4 - 6 Jun, 2026

Mattei, Mahler & Brabbins · Malmö Symphony Orchestra

Past events

Feb 19, 2026

BrassUnit · Vara Konserthus

9 - 10 May, 2025

Andrew Manze, Lukas Sternath · Bamberger Symphoniker

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