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Humanity needs places like the Elbphilharmonie

Christoph Lieben-Seutter, General & Artistic Director of the Elbphilharmonie and Laeiszhalle, and Dr. Carsten Brosda, Hamburg’s Senator for Culture, reflect on 10 years of the Elbphilharmonie

ByteFM: Made in Hamburg

ByteFM presenter Sonka Hinders introduces the acts featured in the latest edition of Made in Hamburg and talks to singer Älice about her career.

Interview with Manfred Honeck

»We need to move away from technical perfection«: The conductor on his understanding of staying true to the work and the contrasting worlds of Karajan and Harnoncourt.

Elbphilharmonie Talk with Kian Soltani

The Iranian-Austrian star cellist reflects on his cultural heritage, his musical journey and his passion for film music (in German).

ByteFM Podcast: Arctic Voices

ByteFM presenter Lena Boßmann talks about the »Arctic Voices« festival – guest: Marie Boine

Interview with Fabio Biondi

»I believe in the future«: The Italian conductor and violinist on music as a mirror of our time and the power of optimism.

Elbphilharmonie Talk with Jean Rondeau

In this interview, harpsichordist Jean Rondeau talks about his favourite composer Louis Couperin, loyal companions and his very special instrument.

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: Elbphilharmonie Talk with Vivi Vassileva

A special episode of Elbphilharmonie Talk: content creator Daria Challah meets successful drummer Vivi Vassileva in this video podcast.

Interview with Gianandrea Noseda

The Italian conductor in conversation about his Easter concerts and his personal approach to spirituality.

Umgehört: Einheit in der Vielfalt

Eine Frage, sieben Antworten: »Wie entsteht der charakteristische Klang eines Ensembles?«

Elbphilharmonie Talk with Brad Mehldau

The Jazz pianist and composer Brad Mehldau discusses his upcoming »Reflektor« festival at the Elbphilharmonie, as well as his career and new book.

Elbphilharmonie Talk with Lucienne Renaudin Vary

The successful young trumpeter talks about her love of classical music and jazz, her role models and her French homeland.

Elbphilharmonie Talk mit Linda May Han Oh

Im Gespräch mit der erfolgreichen Jazz-Bassistin Linda May Han Oh – am Morgen nach ihrem beeindruckenden Konzert im Kleinen Saal

»EVERYTHING WE DO IS ACTUALLY MUSIC EDUCATION«

Music for everyone: An interview with General & Artistic Director Christoph Lieben-Seutter and Anke Fischer, Head of the Music Education Department

Elbphilharmonie Talk with Martin Fröst

The Swedish clarinet star talks about his career, ABBA and a dance with his instrument

Elbphilharmonie Talk with Elim Chan

The young star conductor shares insights into her career, her rehearsal discipline and why some prejudices can actually be helpful.

»Wow, so that's how it can sound!«

Composer-conductor Esa-Pekka Salonen about the »Multiversum« in the Elbphilharmonie, swarm intelligence in orchestras and the difficulties of the classical repertoire.

Live Talk »Elbphilharmonie Jazz Academy« 2025
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Video on demand from 19 Aug 2025 : Live Talk »Elbphilharmonie Jazz Academy« 2025

»Jazz Now – Navigating a Changing World«: A panel discussion with the mentors of the prestigious »Elbphilharmonie Jazz Academy« 2025.

Umgehört: Wege nach oben

Eine Frage, sieben Antworten: »Was war Ihr bisher größter Karriereschritt?«

Interview with Rufus Wainwright

»I believe in the big melody«: Singer-songwriter and composer Rufus Wainwright on his »Dream Requiem« and how pop and opera differ.