Ludwigshafen am Rhein, Germany
The Deutsche Staatsphilharmonie Rheinland-Pfalz is the state orchestra of Rhineland-Palatinate, based in Ludwigshafen am Rhein. Founded in 1919, it is one of the largest and most active symphony orchestras in Germany, giving well over 100 concerts a year across the region and beyond. Its home venue is the Philharmonie im Pfalzbau, and the ensemble regularly tours internationally.
Music educator Heike Schuhmacher leads families on a behind-the-scenes tour of the Deutsche Staatsphilharmonie Rheinland-Pfalz, with hands-on instrument exploration and a visit to the rehearsal hall.
A concert for babies and toddlers aged 0-3, based on Andrea Apostoli's concept of bringing classical music to the very youngest through play, instruments, dances and songs.
A chamber evening bridging classical and Turkish music, featuring flutist Andrea Apostoli and vocalist Arzu Kartal alongside the Ensemble Verein für türkische Musik and the Ensemble der Staatsphilharmonie.
Chamber concert featuring works by Fauré, Smetana, and Beethoven performed by a string quartet. Coffee and cake available from 15:45, with a concert introduction at 16:30.
A musical audio play blending jazz with a Tomi Ungerer story for children. A performance featuring the Flying Birds Big-Band and an ensemble of actors.
A jazz concert for children based on a story by Tomi Ungerer, performed by the Flying Birds Big-Band of the Staatsphilharmonie Rheinland-Pfalz.