MOONLIGHT Concert - Rhythm of Life

Moonlight Concert is a unique musical experience that fascinatingly unites different genres and instrumentations. Vocals, saxophone, piano, guitar, Syrian darbuka, and percussion create a soundscape that enchants the senses and touches the heart.

In an atmosphere of candlelight and moonlight, five accomplished instrumentalists take you into a world of moving instrumental and singer-songwriter music. Enriched with expressive arrangements of lyrical classics by Rainer Maria Rilke and complemented by arrangements of classical works from Domenico Scarlatti to Johann Sebastian Bach.

Moonlight Concert is a special moment to let yourself be enchanted by the magic of a sensual atmosphere of poetic music. It is a journey into the world of poetry brought to life by passionate and extravagant music. Immerse yourself in this unique soundscape and allow lyrical texts, atmospheric melodies, and captivating rhythms to touch you.

Cologne-based artist Michael Schweiger, known as DER SCHWEIGER, invites renowned musicians to this extraordinary musical concept. With melancholic and sensual songs, Schweiger offers unusual insights into strangely intimate stories. The Cologne musician constantly discovers new musical impulses in his unconventional sound and creates a powerful balance between lightness and weight.

Alongside PETER KLINKENBERG - principal percussionist and timpanist of the Heidelberg Philharmonic Orchestra, Syrian percussion virtuoso Shadi Al Housh captivates visitors with trembling rhythms. SHADI AL HOUSH unfolds an unexpected rhythmic kaleidoscope. In addition to the traditional darbuka drum, he employs the smaller riq.