Name: Schubert's Octet
Start: 2026-04-08T20:15:00
Location: Nieuwe Kerk, The Hague

The Residentie Orkest Den Haag brings a series of captivating events that delve into the world of music, offering audiences a blend of orchestral masterpieces and heartfelt narratives. From the innovative sounds of Mendelssohn and Ravel to the cultural landscapes painted by Smetana and Schulhoff, these concerts promise to engage and inspire. Join us in a celebration of artistry and storytelling, as we explore the nuances of chamber music, the vibrancy of musicals, and the profound depth of choral works.

Exploring the Symphony: A Journey Through Music and Emotion

The Residentie Orkest invites you to dive into a world of musical tales with their captivating lineup of events from March to May 2026. Each performance offers a unique journey through diverse genres, from orchestral masterpieces to intimate chamber music, featuring an array of talented artists and conductors. Whether it's experiencing the adventures of Anne the Cat, exploring national identities with Chopin & Sibelius, or witnessing the grandeur of Beethoven's Pastoral Symphony, these events promise to both entertain and inspire.

A Symphony of Stories: Exploring Residentie Orkest's Upcoming Performances

Elizabeth Chell

Gretha Tuls

Arno Stoffelsma

Lucia Matteo

Gideonden Herder

Jozefien Dumortier

Hestervan der Vlugt

Justyna Briefjes

Residentie Orkest Den Haag

Hear and experience more at RO NOW, where we'll immerse you in the finest symphonic music. Host Christiaan Kuyvenhoven and the orchestra will share captivating musical examples and insights before the concert, offering a deeper understanding of the extraordinary compositions ahead. As for the concert itself, the music will delight, move and stay with you long after the final note. Afterwards, you're welcome to stick around in the foyer to enjoy live music and a drink on the house.

Symphonic Waltzes

Amare

Experience the timeless and deeply moving story of the St Matthew Passion. Walk alongside Jesus Christ in his final days, journeying with him through betrayal, suffering, forgiveness and redemption. Johann Sebastian Bach's St Matthew Passion is a poignant tribute we perform annually in the week before Easter. It's one of the composer's longest and most complex compositions, rich in symbolism and musical splendour.

St Matthew Passion

Franz Schubert's Octet is bursting with lyricism, colour and playful energy. Composed in 1824 at the request of a Viennese nobleman who played the clarinet, it brings together strings and winds in a unique way. In this exceptional setting, with the audience seated around the ensemble, the music feels joyful and refined as well as intimate and introspective.

Schubert's Octet

Nieuwe Kerk, The Hague

You know that feeling, that your talents remain invisible next to the great achievements of others? This is how Fanny Mendelssohn and Nannerl Mozart feel very regularly! They composed music as magnificent as that of their famous brothers, but never received the attention they deserved. That is about to change - in the scintillating concert Fanny & Nannerl Take Over! the Residentie Orkest brings their music to life.

Fanny & Nannerl Take Over! (6+)

Tonight you will hear the Hague premiere of Dance – the highly acclaimed cello concerto by British composer Anna Clyne. As one of the most performed contemporary composers, she drew her inspiration from the mystical verses of Persian poet Rumi. The work’s five movements – focusing on themes such as loss, love and acceptance – demonstrate her ability to translate deep human emotions into music. Cellist Camille Thomas does full justice to the poetic power of the piece.

Beethoven's Pastoral Symphony 

RO NOW Le Sacre du printemps

Antony Hermus, guest conductor and longtime friend of the Residentie Orkest, returns to The Hague for a spectacular programme that pushes the boundaries of the symphonic repertoire. The afternoon will kick off with Short Ride in a Fast Machine by John Adams - a thrilling, breathtaking ride in a fast sports car, where brass and percussion ramp up the speed and excitement. Next up is Willem Jeths's brand-new Piano Concerto, composed for the Residentie Orkest and pianist Ellen Corver. With this work, Jeths once again proves why he is considered the godfather of Dutch composers.

Le Sacre du printemps 

Join the Residentie Orkest for an evening with a rich and compelling programme celebrating Britain-inspired music. Our regular guest conductor Richard Egarr will kick off the concert with Mendelssohn's The Hebrides, a vivid and evocative orchestral ode to the wild beauty of Scotland. Inspired by Mendelssohn's visit to the island of Staffa, it paints a musical picture of the waves crashing against the cliffs and the ruggedness of the landscape.

A British Evening

The Residentie Orkest will bring the season to a grand close at Amare with two impressive works. Jean Sibelius's Violin Concerto is infused with the spirit of Finnish nature - you can see the mist rising over dark lakes, hear the echoes of deep forests and feel the biting cold of the rugged landscape in every note of this chillingly beautiful work. Artist in residence Bomsori Kim will bring the slow rhythms of nature to life with her masterful violin playing, under the baton of chief conductor Jun Märkl.

Bruckner & Sibelius

Let cellist and conductor Matthew Barley take you on a spiritual journey through sound. The concert opens with Arvo Pärt's Fratres, a meditative work that unfolds slowly, like a musical breath - each note emerging carefully from the silence. From there, Barley's own inspired improvisation and Astor Piazzolla's tango Milonga del Angel will lead us into Pärt's Festina lente, a piece of enchanting simplicity that resonates with serene beauty and spiritual depth. Pärt's music invites you to pause and listen to the spaces between the notes.

Schubert's Octet

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