When does the concert start?

The anniversary concert begins on September 12, 2026, at 5:00 PM.

Where does the event take place?

At the Volkshaus Jena, specifically in the Volkshaus/Ernst-Abbe-Saal at Carl-Zeiß-Platz 15.

What is the ticket price?

The regular ticket price is 10 euros in advance.

Is the Volkshaus Jena barrier-free?

Yes, access to the Volkshaus is barrier-free and level.

How is the best way to get there?

The venue is centrally located. Jena-Paradies train station is about a 10-minute walk away, and trams and buses run in close proximity.

Are there parking options?

Yes, directly next to the Volkshaus is the paid parking garage of the Goethe Gallery.

Boy Choir Jena live in Jena

Name: Anniversary Concert '50 Years Boy Choir'
Start: 2026-09-12T19:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-12T21:30:00+02:00
Location: Volkshaus Jena

A Half Century of Choral History Sounds Grand in Jena

With the anniversary concert '50 Years Boy Choir', the Boy Choir of the Jena Philharmonic celebrates a musical chapter that has shaped generations on September 12, 2026, at the Volkshaus Jena. Under the motto 'Sing Gently', lived tradition meets a strong present as current and former choir voices, friendly boys' choirs, and the Octavians, which emerged from the ensemble, come together on stage. The concert begins at 5:00 PM in the Volkshaus/Ernst-Abbe-Saal. ([jenaer-philharmonie.de](https://www.jenaer-philharmonie.de/konzert/jubilaeumskonzert-50-jahre-knabenchor.html))

A Choir with History, Character, and Radiance

The choir was founded in 1976 at the initiative of chief conductor Günter Blumhagen and his wife Helga. Today, around 70 boys and young men sing here, discovering, deepening, and carrying on their love for choral singing. The artistic development has been shaped for decades by Jürgen Puschbeck and since 2000 by choir director Berit Walther, who has given the ensemble continuity and sensitivity. ([jenaer-philharmonie.de](https://www.jenaer-philharmonie.de/konzert/jubilaeumskonzert-50-jahre-knabenchor.html))

A Sound Arc from Renaissance to Pop

The program spans a wide musical horizon: works by Heinrich Schütz, Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Franz Schubert, Johann Christoph Bach, Robert Schumann, and Eric Whitacre meet contemporary choral colors from Ola Gjeilo, Randall Z. Stroope, or Knut Nystedt. There are also resonating bridges to Irving Berlin, John Lennon, and Paul McCartney. This creates a mixture of discipline, lightness, and emotional impact that makes a great live experience in choral sound so special. ([jenaer-philharmonie.de](https://www.jenaer-philharmonie.de/konzert/jubilaeumskonzert-50-jahre-knabenchor.html))

Large Cast, Grand Gesture

In addition to the Boy Choir of the Jena Philharmonic, current and former male voices, the Göttingen Boys' Choir, the Wuppertal Kurrende, the Uetersen Choral Boys, and the vocal ensemble Octavians will also participate. Accompanying on the pianos are Nikolaas Schmeer, Sebastian Ickstadt, and Natalia Bachmann. The anniversary concert will be conducted by Berit Walther and Jürgen Puschbeck, adding additional historical depth and musical authority to the evening. ([jenaer-philharmonie.de](https://www.jenaer-philharmonie.de/konzert/jubilaeumskonzert-50-jahre-knabenchor.html))

Volkshaus Jena: Central, Accessible, and Well-Connected

The Volkshaus Jena is located at Carl-Zeiß-Platz 15 in 07743 Jena. The venue is centrally located, barrier-free accessible, and easily reachable by train, tram, bus, and car. Jena-Paradies train station is only about a 10-minute walk away; directly next to the building is the paid parking garage of the Goethe Gallery. ([volkshaus-jena.de](https://www.volkshaus-jena.de/de/wir_ueber_uns/anfahrt/694234))

Live Atmosphere for Choir Fans and New Discoverers

Those who experience this evening feel the special audience atmosphere of an anniversary concert: focused, festive, and full of anticipation. The Ernst-Abbe-Saal provides the perfect setting for an elegant orchestration of voices, for clear acoustics, and for those moments when a choir not only sings but makes history audible. This is not a retrospective in a museum tone but a lively concert experience with much present. ([jenaer-philharmonie.de](https://www.jenaer-philharmonie.de/konzert/jubilaeumskonzert-50-jahre-knabenchor.html))

Conclusion: This anniversary concert connects memory, musical diversity, and grand ensemble culture into an evening with goosebump potential. Those who love choral music with depth, emotion, and atmosphere should not miss September 12, 2026, in Jena. ([jenaer-philharmonie.de](https://www.jenaer-philharmonie.de/konzert/jubilaeumskonzert-50-jahre-knabenchor.html))