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Saturday, 9/26/2026
at 7:00 PM



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Richard Strauss Till Eulenspiegels lustige Streiche op.28
Béla Bartók 3. Klavierkonzert Sz 119
Sergej Prokofjew Romeo und Julia op.64

To kick off the new season, we invite you to experience the phenomenon of resonance in all its facets. Music is more than just sound – it vibrates the connection between work, interpreters, and listeners. Our opening program spans from playful reflection to deep inner balance, culminating in the echo of the greatest emotions.

The spectacular start is provided by Richard Strauss with his legendary tone poem Till Eulenspiegels lustige Streiche. When the protagonist holds up a mirror to the Philistines, the social order begins to falter. Strauss allows the characteristic motifs to wander through the work in constantly changing disguises, creating a colorful, scenic portrayal of human audacity.

A special event is the appearance of one of the outstanding pianists of our time: Anna Vinnitskaya. The winner of the prestigious Queen Elisabeth Competition enjoys a brilliant international career. Her interpretations combine technical brilliance with an extraordinary sonic poetry – making her the ideal choice for Béla Bartók's 3rd Piano Concerto. Bartók created this work in 1945 during his last months of life as a love letter to his wife. Far removed from the percussive style of his earlier concertos, this piece captivates with a "wonderful inner balance, is full of humor, and is completely fulfilled within itself," as described by the soloist of the premiere, György Sándor. Vinnitskaya will bring the energy and deep fulfillment of this legacy to life at the piano.

Sergej Prokofjew's Romeo and Julia marks a pinnacle of ballet music and the height of his musical creation. The highly demanding rhythm and unmistakable harmony give the work, with its classical material, an emotional intensity that resonates immediately and lingers long after the last note.

At the podium is chief conductor Michael Francis, who has been shaping the Deutsche Staatsphilharmonie Rheinland-Pfalz as a cultural beacon of the state since the 2019/20 season. Together with the exceptional pianist Anna Vinnitskaya, he sets the stage for a season that is entirely dedicated to togetherness and resonance.

Master Concert Great Cycle
Anna Vinnitskaya - piano
Michael Francis - conducting

Concert introduction: 6:15 PM in the room 'Aktionen 1'

Single tickets for the 2026/27 season will be available from Monday, August 17, 2026

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