Name: Klangzeit
Start: 2026-04-11T11:00:00
Location: Elbphilharmonie Hamburg

At Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg, a remarkable series of events unfolds, each offering a unique musical experience. From the intriguing spontaneity of 'Blind Date' to the inclusive energy of 'Kosmos Jazz,' these events cover a wide range of genres and formats. With workshops like 'Kreativ Sound Safari' and 'Kosmos Gamelan,' participants are invited to explore sounds in innovative ways. Family events like the 'Family Orchestra' bring generations together in harmony, while concerts like 'Klangzeit' provide a relaxing escape through music. This array of events promises an engaging journey through the world of music for all ages.

Elbphilharmonie's Diverse Musical Odyssey: A Year of Sound and Discovery

Dive into a world of musical exploration at the Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg, where a series of innovative events await. From impromptu 'Blind Date' concerts and engaging workshops like 'Kosmos Jazz' and 'Kreativ Sound Safari' to family-oriented performances and intimate chamber music sessions, there is something for everyone. Enjoy the blend of traditional and modern artistic expressions, while participating in hands-on workshops that demystify music and make it accessible to all. Join us as we explore how these events contribute to the vibrant cultural tapestry in Hamburg.

Exploring Music and Creativity at Elbphilharmonie: A Journey Through Workshops and Concerts

The Elbphilharmonie Hamburg is set to host an eclectic mix of musical events in 2026, showcasing the versatile talents of Ensemble Resonanz. From the serene tones of 'Klangzeit' to the cultural fusion of Derya Yıldırım and Avi Avital, and the operatic grandeur of Bellini’s 'The Capulets and the Montecchio,' these events promise to captivate audiences. With performances ranging from orchestral renditions to innovative cross-over creations, each event offers a unique auditory experience, making Elbphilharmonie Hamburg a vibrant hub for musical exploration and cultural storytelling.

Harmonies Across Time: Elbphilharmonie’s Diverse 2026 Events Lineup

From boundary-pushing performances to hands-on workshops, Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg is a hub for music enthusiasts. Between 2025 and 2026, the venue hosts a variety of events including the enigmatic 'Blind Date', jazz and gamelan workshops, family orchestra performances, and immersive sessions designed for all ages. Whether you're a seasoned musician or a curious newbie, there’s something for everyone to explore in this vibrant cultural setting. Join us as we delve into the highlights of these captivating events.

Dive into a World of Music: Elbphilharmonie's Diverse Event Lineup

The Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg becomes the epicenter of diverse musical narratives with its captivating series of events spanning from intimate 'Klangzeit' concerts to grand orchestral performances. Attendees can immerse themselves in the sounds of classical masterpieces, explore cross-genre collaborations, and engage with poignant themes of transience and memory. The events feature talents like Ensemble Resonanz, Alena Baeva, and Seth Parker Woods, each bringing unique interpretations and vibrant performances that resonate deeply with audiences.

Elbphilharmonie's Musical Odyssey: A Tapestry of Sound and Emotion

Experience a symphonic journey at the Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg, where a medley of events invites you to immerse in diverse musical worlds. From the surprising 'Blind Date' concerts to workshops like 'Kosmos Jazz', discover the joy of music-making in a relaxed setting. Engage with family orchestras, baby concerts, and unique sound workshops, each offering a unique perspective on music's inclusive spirit. Join us as we explore the vibrant sounds and captivating performances that make Elbphilharmonie a must-visit for music lovers.

Exploring the Rhythms of Elbphilharmonie: A Dive into Hamburg's Soundscape

David Schlage

Gregor Dierck

Klangzeit

Elbphilharmonie

Ensemble Resonance

Jazz is a fascinating genre of music that represents a special attitude to life for many fans. Moreover, jazz is accessible to anyone. The famous pianist Herbie Hancock says, »Jazz has an inclusive spirit,« and that applies to the workshop »Kosmos Jazz« as well: participants don’t need any musical knowledge; they get to know some typical jazz instruments in a relaxed atmosphere, have the chance to try them out, and play their first piece of jazz together at the end.

Workshop: Kosmos Jazz

With their ears pricked up, the participants go through the Elbphilharmonie and capture exciting sounds with their microphone. What sounds can you find in the concert hall when no concerts are being performed? With a tablet together with an app, the participants record sound snippets which they can later edit and arrange into a short piece of music.

Workshop: Kreativ Sound Safari

In the Elbphilharmonie’s Family Orchestra, children, parents, grandparents, uncles and aunts make music together – and each as best he or she can. The dedicated amateur musicians present the result of six months of hard work and rehearsals in a final concert.

Elbphilharmonie Family Orchestra

Elbphilharmonie Hamburg

Insects do not have the best reputation with people. They sting and bite, crawl into corners and crevices and, with their spindly legs and antennae, are simply just disgusting - that is the commonly held perception. At the same time, many insects are extremely important for ecological balance! Beetles, for instance, break up the soil, compost waste, contribute to the pollination of plants and control pests. The band Bad Bugs gives a voice to the oppressed – and fights back against the fact that more and more habitats for insects are being destroyed. With synthesisers, electric guitars and their voices, they bring the »Underground Sound« of the world of bugs onto the stage and musically present their way of looking at things. They do not wish to be repressed any longer! Together with the audience, they transform their environment so that everyone feels comfortable within it, people and animals alike.

Twinkle Concert L / Bad Bugs

Ralph Vaughan Williams’ monumental »Sea Symphony« merges solos, choir and orchestra into an ode to the sea and the longing for distant shores. This symphony is full of indulgent romantic exuberance and yet is far more than just a musical description of nature. It deals with the fundamental questions of human existence, which the American poet Walt Whitman expresses with enormous linguistic power. For him, the sea itself is a symbol – of the innermost self that man can and must discover and explore, just as he explores the sea.

Choir St. Michaelis / Ensemble Reflektor / Jörg Endebrock

On this evening, the Chamber Orchestra of New York presents a varied programme from three eras. Ravel's »Boléro« in particular is one of the most popular works in the orchestral literature. But Tchaikovsky's Rococo Variations and above all Beethoven's 7th Symphony are also extremely popular. The audience can therefore look forward to an exciting concert experience.

Chamber Orchestra of New York / Salvatore Di Vittorio

He is among the absolute pinnacle of the international conducting profession: Franz Welser-Möst, current head of the Cleveland Orchestra, returns to the podium for the final crowning glory of the 2025/2026 season. The former General Music Director of the Vienna State Opera brings with him lively works that celebrate the musical culture of his Austrian homeland – and simply spread good cheer!

NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra / Franz Welser-Möst

The Thomanerchor Leipzig can look back on a history of over 800 years. Composers from all eras have written works for the famous choir. The motets by Johann Sebastian Bach, the most famous St Thomas‘ cantor in its long history, are just as much a part of the core repertoire of the Thomanerchor as many choral works by other St Thomas’ cantors. In this concert, the choir presents a cross-section of choral music from all eras, with works by Johann Sebastian Bach, Samuel Scheidt, Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy and contemporary motets by Ivo Antognini, Ko Matsushitas and John Rutter, among others.

St. Thomas Boys' Choir Leipzig

The Hamburg State Orchestra's Philharmonic Concerts become time-plays, transcending the boundaries of the ordinary: This concert features Barbara Assiginaak's compositional interpretation of Max Bruch's sonic imagination – the first movement of his violin concerto is replaced by a new composition by her, inspired by the original. Bruch confronts us today as a mirror of the past and, through Assiginaak, as a part of the here and now. This unabashed musical interplay opens new perspectives on our musical culture, our thinking and being, and our way of receiving music.

Hamburg Philharmonic State Orchestra / Hilary Hahn / Omer Meir Wellber

The Chor zur Welt brings people and songs together from all regions of the world. The roughly 60 amateur singers sing in different languages and with great curiosity about the music of other cultures. Under the direction of Jörg Mall, »Sounds of Silence«, is about the themes of »Endings« and »Beginnings«.

Choir to the world

The world we live in has rarely been as unstable as it is these days. Surrounded by crises and wars, the noticeable shift to the right is increasingly fueling fears for our democracy. If you ask young people on the street how they view their future, the majority answer is: worried. Starting with Antonín Dvořák's Symphony "From the New World," the Philharmonic State Orchestra asks in this concert: If we were allowed to dream, what would our world of tomorrow look like? How would our coexistence be shaped – between people, but also between people and the environment? As part of a one-year, participatory project, the musicians of the Philharmonic State Orchestra, together with students from two schools in Hamburg, are artistically searching for answers. They will present their results in this concert.

Utopia

The Elbphilharmonie’s gamelan collection consists of Indonesian gongs, drums and metalophones – an exotic-sounding collection of instruments that is regularly brought to life by the Elbphilharmonie’s own ensembles. Under the direction of the experienced gamelan teacher Steven Tanoto, the participants encounter hands-on how the gamelan connects people: Indonesian music is never about the individual, but always about the overall harmonic sound. In the final performance, the participants present what they have learned in their weekly rehearsals – how to make music on gongs and metalophones.

Sekar Kenanga – Elbphilharmonie Gamelan Ensemble

Listening to live music is a wonderful experience. In the »Klangzeit« (Sound Time) concerts, you can close your eyes and escape everyday life for a moment. In the entertaining, hour-long concerts featuring the string players of Ensemble Resonanz, you can listen in a relaxed atmosphere, express yourself, sing along to well-known songs and move freely. Here, everyone can be themselves. This makes the format particularly suitable for people with dementia and their relatives. All venues are accessible.

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