The famous melodies have inspired thousands of young and old to enjoy classical music. A whole zoo of animals can be experienced in the 14 charming miniatures: the noble swan, the mighty lion, the twittering birds, the slow turtle. In them, the mischievous composer Camille Saint-Saëns also parodied some of his colleagues. And the whole thing wasn't actually intended for the public, but rather as a carnival joke that the Frenchman was later even ashamed of. Why? And which was the only melody that Saint-Saëns didn't find embarrassing? You can find out all this and more in this playful family concert by the hr Symphony Orchestra.

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Carnival of Animals

Bertramstraße 8

Violetta, a high-spirited, popular courtesan. Alfredo, her devoted but naive lover. The rural bliss they choose is shattered by fear of scandal. When their love reasserts itself, she is already on her deathbed. Opera’s most moving reunion.

Killian Farrell

Events

Past events

1 - 2 Jun, 2024

Carnival of Animals · hr-Sinfonieorchester

17 - 31 May, 2024

La traviata · Irish National Opera

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