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A matinee to celebrate the association's anniversary
75 years ago, on 17 October 1949, our association was founded. Its aim was to build a new concert hall for the Berliner Philharmoniker, who had become homeless during World War II. The “Friends” formed a large citizens' initiative and, with their contributions and donation campaigns, made a significant impact on the opening of the Philharmonie, which was designed by Hans Scharoun, in 1963. But there was still a lot to do afterwards: The chamber music hall opened its doors in 1987, the orchestra received valuable instruments, and many major projects such as the Philharmoniker's Europakonzert were realised with our support. We want to celebrate this round birthday: with prominent guests and, of course, with great music played by members of the Berliner Philharmoniker. Afterwards, we will celebrate the anniversary together in the foyer.
Artists
Members of the Berliner Philharmoniker
Programme
William Byrd The Earl of Oxford's March (arr. Elgar Howarth)
Brass ensemble of the Berliner Philharmoniker
Felix Mendelssohn Octet for Strings in E-flat major, op. 20
String ensemble of the Berliner Philharmoniker
Elena Kats-Chernin Memorial Rag
Vokalhelden Berlin
Richard Strauss Serenade for 13 wind instruments in E-flat major, op. 7
Wind ensemble of the Berliner Philharmoniker
There will be conversations with chief conductor Kirill Petrenko and other prominent guests between the musical pieces.
Afterwards: Reception and auction
At the anniversary auction, you can bid on exclusive activities with members of the Berliner Philharmoniker. Further information about the auction can be found here.
Additional information
- The event is free for members of the Freundeskreis.
- Guests interested in becoming members can attend this special matinee free of charge. Guests can register online here from 14 October.
- Seating in the auditorium is free for all guests (except for patrons and sponsors in Block A).
Main Auditorium
For members, guests welcome.
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