Elbphilharmonie Opening

The complete concert programme remains a secret, but the performers have already been revealed: Principal Conductor Thomas Hengelbrock and his orchestra, the NDR Chor, the Chor des Bayerischen Rundfunks and a line-up of widely acclaimed soloists.

The programme spans across all musical eras, from the Renaissance to the present. It culminates in a brand-new commissioned work, created especially for this occasion by the most important living German composer Wolfgang Rihm. In varying instrumentation and with outstanding soloists the possibilities of the Grand Hall and its acoustics are explored – a prelude to many more great moments in Hamburg’s new musical landmark!

Please note the change of artists:
Jonas Kaufmann has regretfully withdrawn from his appearances in the Grand Opening concerts of the Elbphilharmonie on 11 and 12 January 2017. Following the advice of his doctor, Kaufmann has made the difficult decision to postpone his return to the stage, so that he can fully recover from illness. In the second half of January, Kaufmann appears in »Lohengrin« at the Opéra de Paris. Tenor Pavol Breslik has graciously agreed to step in for Mr Kaufmann.

Anja Harteros has unfortunately been forced to withdraw from her appearance in the Grand Opening concerts of the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg. We are delighted that Camilla Tilling has agreed to sing the soprano part for both concerts on 11 and 12 January 2017.