Name: A Child Of Our Time
Start: 2025-07-04T20:00:00
Location: Sacred Heart Church Munich

The Münchner Rundfunkorchester presents a thrilling line-up of performances for 2025, showcasing an eclectic mix of operatic tales, orchestral masterpieces, and unique collaborations. From the gripping opera 'Written On Skin' by George Benjamin to the introspective works of Dmitri Shostakovich, the season offers a rich tapestry of musical expressions. Audiences will experience the vibrant portrayals of Maurice Ravel and Igor Stravinsky, the golden tones of trumpeter Matthias Höfs, and the poignant narratives in 'A Child of Our Time' by Michael Tippett, each performance promising to resonate with creativity and passion.

Exploring Music and Emotion: The Münchner Rundfunkorchester's 2025 Season Highlights

The Münchner Rundfunkorchester presents a tapestry of musical events that span the rich history of orchestral music. From the evocative compositions of Dmitri Shostakovich to the triumphant melodies of Tchaikovsky, the orchestra showcases a diverse range of creative works. With performances by acclaimed artists such as Alexandra Conunova and Matthias Höfs, each event promises a unique auditory experience. Join us as we delve into the powerful narratives and vibrant sounds that have defined music through the ages.

Musical Exploration: A Journey Through Shostakovich, Tchaikovsky, and More

From melodic masterpieces graced by world-renowned artists to thought-provoking performances, the Munich Radio Orchestra orchestrates a series of captivating events this season. Experience the grandeur of ‘Classics in the Prince,’ the brilliance of ‘Golden Sounds,’ and the evocative ‘From Yiddish Folk Poetry.’ As the picturesque city of Munich becomes the stage for these artistic endeavors, audiences have the chance to embrace a richly woven tapestry of sound, history, and emotion. Discover the intricate compositions and stories behind these must-see events that stretch across Bavaria’s cultural landscape.

An Immersive Dive into Munich's Classical and Cultural Events

In the summer of 2025, music enthusiasts will have the chance to immerse themselves in a symphony of eclectic performances across Germany. From the orchestral tribute to Richard Strauss in Garmisch-Partenkirchen to the profound oratorio 'A Child Of Our Time' in Munich and Nuremberg, and a heartfelt homage to Piaf at Kissinger Sommer, these events promise to captivate hearts. Organized by the Münchner Rundfunkorchester, each event offers a unique glimpse into the power of music as a language that transcends time and boundaries.

A Harmonious Journey: Celebrating Music Across Borders and Time

Experience an unparalleled celebration of music with the Münchner Rundfunkorchester. From the profound depths of Shostakovich and Weinberg's compositions that softly defy Soviet ideology, to the radiant brilliance of the trumpet's regal history, and the enchanting classical performances gracing Bavaria's iconic venues, this series of events offers something for every music enthusiast. Whether it's the heartfelt oratorio 'A Child of Our Time' or the passionate homage to Piaf, these events promise to captivate and inspire audiences through the power of music.

Münchner Rundfunkorchester Presents: A Celebration of Musical Excellence

In the heart of Europe, three captivating events blend music, history, and emotion to offer a profound reflection on the human experience. From the poignant strains of Michael Tippett's 'A Child of Our Time' to the timeless allure of Edith Piaf's chansons, audiences are invited to traverse a landscape of cultural reconciliation and tender homage. These events, featuring the Münchner Rundfunkorchester and a host of talented performers, promise an unforgettable journey through sound and sentiment.

A Harmonious Exploration: Musings on Humanity and Love Through Music

Andrew Hamilton

Barry Banks

Elizabeth Llewellyn

Karen Cargill

Münchner Rundfunkorchester

Whether Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, or Romeo and Juliet – many of the most beautiful and well-known melodies were written for ballet. The grace and elegance of the dancers inspired the composers to achieve peak creative achievements – time to devote a detailed attention to the resulting music. This evening, it's not just the bows that dance on the strings; some animals are also said to be doing a few pirouettes...

Pirouettes and pliés

Prinzregententheater

"Katja and Ivan" – that's Ivan Repušić, Chief Conductor of the Munich Radio Orchestra, and his wife Katja, a pianist and professor in Split. Together with string players from the radio orchestra, they open the doors of their very own salon. Brahms' almost symphonic piano quintet will be accompanied by, among other things, five cheerful and charming miniatures by Shostakovich, based on film and stage music. Katja and Ivan's compatriot Boris Papandopulo sends greetings from their shared homeland of Croatia in the form of his "Papandopulijada."

Salon Katja and Ivan

Künstlerhaus am Lenbachplatz

Clemens loves music – but how do you dance to it? Luckily, there are the amazing dancers from the Ottobrunn Ballet School! Together, they discover how sounds transform into movement. Whether elegant, wild, or fun – the dance floor comes alive to the music of string instruments and piano. Join in, let yourself be swept away – and you'll surely find yourself dancing along by the end!

Dance with me!

Class Classics begins with the musical enthusiasm of young people who qualify with their school orchestras and learn from the professionals of the Munich Radio Orchestra during rehearsals what matters for a big performance. The goal is a joint concert with the Munich Radio Orchestra at the Isar Philharmonic Hall in the Gasteig HP8.

Classical class – Dance Around the World

Gasteig HP8

He wrote magnificent works, the French composer Georges Bizet! But where did he get all his ideas from? Sometimes it sounds Spanish, sometimes Italian, or even Oriental. Or, quite obviously, like something from the children's room next door? Pia sets out to find out, because his music was a bit unfamiliar to people back then. Pia seeks answers to all these questions and has to solve a few puzzles along the way. But one thing is clear: Bizet's "Carmen" music is still a real hit today...

In Carmen's footsteps

Old Congress Hall, Munich

After the sensational success of the first "Do Re Mikro on Stage," we were able to convince Penguin Pudding – with some encouragement and a few herring – to return for another concert! Look forward to a big, fun radio show with quirky sayings from Penguin Pudding, stage quizzes, and plenty of prizes, as well as great live music from the Munich Radio Orchestra. Detlef the Sheep has also announced his return – let's see if he makes his way to the Alte Kongresshalle. Join us live on air!

Do Re Mikro On Stage

Ready, set, go! The August Everding Bavarian Theatre Academy and the Munich Radio Orchestra have been working together for 20 years: a truly blessed liaison! Young students unearth previously unknown treasures from the world of musical theater and bring them on stage with the Munich Radio Orchestra. A scenic fireworks display with opulent orchestral sound, touching arias, a colorful set, and trendy dances. Colorful, professional, passionate. The triad of successful cooperation.

I due timidi & Le pauvre matelot

"I want to nourish the soul," said Latvian composer Pēteris Vasks, whose birthday the Munich Radio Orchestra is celebrating with works as diverse as a mass and the violin concerto "Distant Light." These works shed light on Vasks's thinking—the coexistence of nature and humanity, the sense of beauty, and the impending moral destruction of the world. His themes are rooted in his upbringing, having grown up in a country that was able to cast off its shackles nonviolently in a "Singing Revolution."

Peteris Vasks

Sacred Heart Church Munich

Politics and the private sphere collide fatally in Verdi's opera Simon Boccanegra: The title character, elected Doge of Genoa by the people, pays with his life for the bitter game of love and power. Thanks in part to his librettist, Arrigo Boito, Verdi succeeded in revising the work in 1881 in creating a predominantly somber yet highly fascinating tableau of light and shadow. Boccanegra's desperate cry for peace, echoing the words of the poet Petrarch, becomes a timeless plea – and the shimmering sea, captured by the orchestra, becomes a symbol of hope.

Simon Boccanegra

The International Meistersinger Academy (IMA) not only offers outstanding singers excellent study opportunities but also paves the way for them to pursue a career. Under the artistic direction of Edith Wiens, the IMA will celebrate its 15th anniversary in 2026. Alumni of the academy will perform in the gala concert under the direction of Matthias Foremny.

Gala concert

Reitstadel

Politics and the private sphere collide fatally in Verdi's opera Simon Boccanegra: The title character, elected by the people as Doge of Genoa, pays with his life for the bitter game of love and power. Thanks in part to his librettist, Arrigo Boito, Verdi succeeded in creating a predominantly somber yet highly fascinating tableau of light and shadow in his 1881 revision of the work. Boccanegra's desperate cry for peace, echoing the words of the poet Petrarch, becomes a timeless plea – and the shimmering sea captured by the orchestra becomes a symbol of hope.

Visiting Budapest

Müpa Budapest

The music of America is dazzling and full of timbres! With locomotive driver Juri, we'll embark on a journey across the continent. We'll begin on the legendary steam locomotive Pacific 231. In the Wild West, we'll see the Grand Canyon and stop off at a cowboy's house for a boisterous feast. Then we'll head south toward Mexico and even Brazil – a journey full of adventure with fascinating instruments and stunningly beautiful music!

Music Express

Germering Town Hall

“We find no refuge anywhere” – what line could better describe the plight of all marginalized people than the verses from the epochal oratorio by the British composer Michael Tippett from 1944. As if through a musical magnifying glass, he looks at the man-made catastrophes of our time and offers hope for redemption – a musical plea for tolerance, humanity and justice.

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