Jules Massenet [1842 – 1912]
From THAÏS
“Méditation” for violin and harp

Stephan Koncz [born 1984]
“A new satisfaction” [feat. Gymnopédie No. 1] for string quartet

Camille Saint-Saëns [1835 – 1921]
From: “The Carnival of the Animals”
“The Swan” for violoncello and harp

Antonín Dvořák [1841 – 1904]
Serenade in D minor for 10 wind instruments, violoncello and double bass, Op. 44

Fritz Kreisler [1875 – 1962]
From: “Old Viennese Dances”
“Liebesleid” and “Liebesfreud” for violin and piano

Dmitri Shostakovich [1906 – 1975]
Piano Trio No. 1 in C minor, Op. 8

Sergei Rachmaninoff [1873 – 1943]
Vocalise for clarinet and harp

As well as various jazz standards

Even in classical music, there are works that border on kitsch. Our musicians and soloists from the ensemble present music for the heart and soul, including pieces by Rachmaninov, Dvorak and Edith Piaf. Our advice: don't forget your tissues!

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Inspired by productions from the opera repertoire, the orchestra's musicians put together six dramaturgically conceived programmes that are unparalleled in Berlin in terms of their musical range. From solo violin to songs to percussion ensembles, you will experience surprising concerts that are charmingly and knowledgeably moderated by our curating colleagues.