Name: Shostakovich's 4.
Start: 2025-05-28T19:00:00
Location: Deutsches Haus venues GmbH

From the captivating violin prowess of Alena Baeva to the evocative narratives of Shostakovich’s compositions, the Sønderjyllands Symfoniorkester offers a series of events that promise to resonate with cultural and artistic significance. These concerts highlight a blend of historical and contemporary works, featuring renowned performers like Stephanie Childress and Johan Reuter. Dive into the enriching world of classical music, where each event is a gateway to experiencing diverse artistic expressions, cultural stories, and the timeless beauty of symphonic music.

A Symphony of Artistic Journeys: Spotlight on the Sønderjyllands Symfoniorkester Events

Join Sønderjyllands Symfoniorkester as they present a rich tapestry of musical narratives in 2025. From Poul Schierbeck's operatic tales in 'Fête galante' to the illustrious 'Missa Solemnis' by Beethoven at the Schleswig-Holstein Music Festival, this season promises to be a remarkable journey through time, emotions, and art. With performances by renowned artists such as Johan Reuter and Robert Treviño, these events offer an exploration of complex narratives and musical genius across various genres and historical contexts, promising an unforgettable experience for all attendees.

A Cultural Symphony: Celebrating Music and Stories through Sønderjyllands Symfoniorkester's 2025 Season

Embark on a captivating journey with Sønderjyllands Symfoniorkester as they present a series of diverse and enriching concerts in 2025. From the heartfelt choral harmonies of Rossini’s 'Stabat Mater' to the powerful orchestral renditions of Shostakovich, the season promises an eclectic mix of performances that explore themes of love, resilience, and artistic innovation. Internationally renowned conductors and musicians join forces to deliver performances that are sure to resonate deeply with audiences, offering an unforgettable musical experience that reflects both cultural richness and artistic excellence.

An Artistic Odyssey: Sønderjyllands Symfoniorkester's 2025 Concert Series

The Sønderjyllands Symfoniorkester is set to take audiences on a musical journey through an array of captivating events in 2025. From operatic debuts to international celebrations, these events promise to enrich the cultural tapestry of Europe. Highlights include Poul Schierbeck’s 'Fête galante', Johan Reuter’s powerful renditions of Brahms, and the grand 40th anniversary of the Schleswig-Holstein Music Festival. Join us as we explore the intricate beauty of these performances and the artists behind them.

A Symphony of Events: Celebrating Cultural Harmony with Sønderjyllands Symfoniorkester

Embark on a musical journey through time and emotion with the Sønderjyllands Symfoniorkester. From Shostakovich's politically charged symphonies to intimate family stories through music, and a celebration of Wagner, Tchaikovsky, and Beethoven's timeless pieces, these events promise to deliver unforgettable experiences. Join us as we delve into the creative genius of composers, the compelling narratives behind their works, and the resonance these pieces hold in today's cultural landscape.

A Symphony of Stories: Exploring Music's Timeless Impact Across Generations

Experience a symphonic journey as Sønderjyllands Symfoniorkester presents a series of compelling concerts weaving narratives of musical heritage, cultural reflections, and personal stories. From Shostakovich's challenging Symphony No. 4 to the personal family tale in 'Anna's Song,' conductor Robert Treviño's international journey, and a nostalgic reunion with Johannes Wildner, each event offers a unique musical exploration. As the orchestra prepares for its role in the Schleswig-Holstein Music Festival's 40th anniversary, audiences are invited to discover the profound connections between music and life.

A Symphony of Stories: Celebrating Music, Heritage, and Treasured Memories

Christian Blex

Sønderjyllands Symfoniorkester

Experience an unforgettable Christmas concert when Sigurd Barrett takes the stage with the Sønderjysk Pigekor and Drengekor, an impressive children's choir from schools throughout South and South Jutland and South Schleswig - and not least a real symphony orchestra.

Children's Christmas with Sigurd Barrett and children's choirs from across the region

Alsion Concert Hall

Harmony Cultural Center, Haderslev

Wikinghalle, Handewitt

Hotel Nørherredhus, Nordborg

Tønder Cultural Center

Christmas music has a very special ability to evoke memories and create atmosphere. It is the notes that connect us with the expectant Christmas Eves of childhood, the frosty mornings when the snow crunches underfoot, and the cozy moments in the glow of candles.


That is why we are very pleased to be able to invite you to a Christmas concert in true big band style when we unite with the Schleswig Music Band, also known as SMUK. SMUK is one of the three full-time professional music bands of the Danish Armed Forces and consists of 16 talented brass and percussion players. As the musical ambassadors of the Danish Armed Forces, they play at a wide range of events both at home and abroad – and now, together with the South Jutland Symphony Orchestra, they are bringing the wonderful Christmas atmosphere directly to the concert hall. The program includes a string of beloved American Christmas hits that evoke memories of snowy landscapes, twinkling Christmas lights and cozy moments with those we love. The swinging big band arrangements add energy and dynamism, while the more subdued melodies give room for contemplation and peace.

A BEAUTIFUL Christmas concert with the Schleswig Music Corps

Sonderborg Theatre

AP Moller School

The traditional Christmas concert with the Southern Jutland Symphony Orchestra, Philharmonic Choir and Handel's immortal oratorio Messiah is of course also on the program in 2025.


A masterpiece that has thrilled audiences for more than 280 years. The concert is a regular part of the Christmas celebrations in the southern Jutland countryside and is played every other year – a traditional event that both musicians and audiences look forward to with great joy. One of the absolute highlights of the concert is the magnificent Hallelujah choir, which fills concert halls and churches with an almost otherworldly energy.

Handel's Messiah With Philharmonic Choir

Løgumkloster Church

Ribe Cathedral

The New Year's Gala is a traditional Viennese program that sets the stage for a festive and joyful start to the new year. With a carefully selected repertoire that draws on classic Viennese culture, the audience is invited to celebrate the new year with both elegance and lively energy.

New Year's Gala

Forum Horsens

Comwell Kolding Theatre

It is with Mozart at the center that the young, up-and-coming conductor Alessandro Bonato leads the South Jutland Symphony Orchestra and leads the audience through an evening filled with musical greatness and contrasts.


The concert program ranges from sunny Italian tones to divine melodies, with Mozart’s timeless masterpieces as the common thread. The evening features Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 21, with the winner of the prestigious Ferruccio Busoni Piano Competition, Arsenii Moon, who is currently recording on Deutsche Grammophon, as soloist. He also received the prestigious Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli Prize, which is only awarded by unanimous decision of the jury – an honor that had not been awarded for almost three decades. The concert culminates with Mozart’s magnificent Symphony No. 41, the “Jupiter Symphony”, one of his last works, the epic finale of which, with its impressive fugue, stands as an incomparable and iconic musical masterpiece.

Italian interpretation of Mozart

The Troll Hall

We're taking a trip to the other side of the globe to meet Jessica Cottis, who grew up on her family's sheep farm in southeastern Australia. From there, she has a deep connection to nature, which is reflected in her passion for programs that explore music's relationship with nature and science.

Award-winning soloist sings Vier letzte Lieder

South Jutland Hall

The soloist in Sibelius' virtuoso violin concerto is Danish-Ukrainian violinist Anna Agafia Egholm, considered one of the Nordic countries' most promising young musicians. Her brilliant technique and poetic musicality have already captivated audiences across Europe.

Anna Egholm plays Sibelius

There is something special about being able to say that a Danish musician plays in what is probably the world's most prestigious symphony orchestra. Jesper Busk Sørensen is a trombonist in the Berlin Philharmonic and is only the fourth Dane in the orchestra's more than 100-year history – an orchestra that has been a symbol of musical excellence since its founding.

New chief conductor with visit from the Berlin Philharmonic

German House

The Cleveland International Piano Competition is one of the most prestigious piano competitions in the United States, and is held every two years in Cleveland, Ohio. Since its inception in 1975, the competition has been a stage for the world's most talented pianists and a meeting place for musical passion and technical virtuosity. Now, the audience in South Jutland can experience the winner from 2024, James Zijian Wei, in Johannes Brahms' Piano Concerto No. 1.

Brahms 1st Piano Concerto and Dvořák's 8th Symphony

Cellist Andreas Brantelid is one of the best musicians of his generation. At just 14 years old, he made his debut with the Royal Danish Orchestra, playing Edward Elgar's Cello Concerto – the same iconic work that cello legend Jacqueline Du Pré also made his debut with.


When he turned 30, he described his passion for music to DR with the words: “There's something about it that you can't help but do. I can't really give you an answer as to why I have the lifestyle I have, which is to travel a lot and play concerts all the time. It can't be any other way. It would simply hurt too much in the heart to say no to playing.”

Rococo Variations with Andreas Brantelid

Church of the Brethren

Every year, the Southern Jutland Symphony Orchestra focuses on developing musical talent in the region. This year, the close collaboration with MGK-Syd's young classical talents continues, who will have the opportunity to work closely with the orchestra's professional musicians.


During an intense workshop and rehearsal program in the Alsion Concert Hall, the students sit side-by-side with the experienced musicians and learn directly from them as mentors. For the young people, the program offers a rare opportunity to participate in orchestra rehearsals, play together in small groups and receive personal guidance from the orchestra's musicians. The unique opportunity culminates when the students, together with the South Jutland Symphony Orchestra, fill the stage for a final concert, where they perform works by, among others, Haydn and Tchaikovsky. An inspiring and festive evening that celebrates the collaboration between experienced orchestra musicians and young, budding talents.

MGK: Our young talents

Once again this year, high school choirs from Southern Jutland and Southern Schleswig gather for the Southern Jutland Symphony Orchestra's annual high school choir project. Together with the orchestra's musicians and under the direction of our new chief conductor, Christian Øland, they bring one of Denmark's most adventurous musical tales to life – Niels W. Gade's Elverskud.

High school choir concert: Street's Elverskud

Dmitri Shostakovich's 2nd and 3rd symphonies carried a clear political inspiration and patriotic tone, celebrating the Soviet revolution and the labor movement. Both symphonies were composed early in Shostakovich's career, and were favorably received by the Soviet government for their strongly patriotic character. In contrast, Shostakovich's 4th Symphony, composed in 1935-1936, was not met with the same level of enthusiasm by the Soviet authorities. The symphony was not actually performed publicly until 1961, when it was deemed too "dangerous" by the Soviet authorities due to its complex harmonies and emotional depth, which did not fit into Soviet art policy at the time. Only after Stalin's death was the symphony first performed. With its structure and wide musical range, Shostakovich's 4th Symphony requires an appropriate number of musicians and instruments. That is why, true to tradition, we have teamed up with the Schleswig-Holsteinisches Sinfonieorchester to take on the task.

Shostakovich's 4.

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