Name: Gastkonzert in Dresden
Start: 2026-03-28T19:00:00
Location: Kulturpalast

Join us on a captivating journey through orchestral and cultural landscapes as we delve into a series of concerts and recitals spanning February to May 2026. With performances featuring renowned conductors like Andris Nelsons, Alain Altinoglu, and Manfred Honeck, these events bring together creative masterpieces from Mendelssohn to Brahms and beyond. Immerse yourself in the expressive power of music as it paints stories of hope, history, and human experience, while celebrating Jewish culture and exploring themes of peace, reconciliation, and the end of the world.

Exploring the Symphony: A Journey Through Time and Culture

In 2026, Saxony embarks on a cultural journey with a 'Year of Jewish Culture,' commemorating 100 years since the founding of the first Saxon state association of Jewish communities. The celebration is marked by diverse events, including concerts, operas, and choral performances that highlight Jewish heritage and broader artistic themes. From the evocative chamber concert 'Tacheles' in Leipzig to the grand Gastkonzert operas in Dresden, this year promises to touch the hearts of many. Join us as we explore these unique cultural expressions and the talented artists who bring them to life.

Celebrating Centuries: Saxony's Year of Jewish Culture and More

Donald Runnicles

Dresdner Philharmonie

MDR Radio Choir

This nocturnal hymn explores the a cappella literature with contributions on the theme of "Ruins and Hope." The essence: Just as humanity carries within itself the will to destroy, it is also capable of reconciliation and hope. St. Peter's Church, as an architectural representation of destruction and reconstruction, is the perfect concert venue for this program.

Hope for Peace

St. Peter's Church

Gastkonzert in Dresden

Kulturpalast

Guest Concert

Konzerthaus Dortmund

Elbphilharmonie Hamburg

Gastkonzert in Baden-Baden

Festspielhaus Baden-Baden

The new chief conductor of the MDR Radio Choir charts musical paths through European landscapes in this nocturnal performance. The journey takes us from the cold north to the warm south, through centuries of music history, and across genres and styles. An exciting and colorful concert, with echoes from Josep Vila i Casañas's Catalan homeland.

Gastkonzert in Dresden

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