Name: Special concert for Herbert Blomstedt's 99th birthday
Start: 2026-07-18T20:00:00
Location: Bamberger Symphoniker

Herbert Blomstedt

Bamberger Symphoniker

To round off the year, we're treating our audience to a fun and colorful puzzle: They can create their own New Year's Eve concert – and we'll play whatever they request. Until then, however, they'll be spoiled for choice, as there's a wide selection of works in different categories to vote on: 5 sparkling overtures, 10 enchanting orchestral and violin pieces each – and even 5 lively encores. The "conductor" has already been chosen: The young and versatile conductor Aurel Dawidiuk, who is also a successful pianist and organist, was recently appointed Associate Conductor of the renowned Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra.

New Year's Eve À La Carte

On his 99th birthday, we welcome an artist who has added a distinctive chapter to the history of the Bamberg Symphony Orchestra over many years: Herbert Blomstedt. We are especially delighted that he will be conducting this concert himself – it is a tribute to his artistry, his charisma, and that extraordinary connection that has bound us closely together for decades. Since his first appearance with our orchestra in December 1982, a special relationship has developed – one built on mutual trust, artistic clarity, and an attitude that approaches music with tireless devotion. In over four decades of working together, Herbert Blomstedt has shaped the Bamberg Symphony Orchestra: through his musical experience as well as through his calm authority and a judicious, always meaningful choice of repertoire.