Philharmonic Salon № 1 in Jena: Simon Gaudenz and Alexander Richter in conversation
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A thoughtful evening of conversation at the Jena Sound Center
The Philharmonic Salon № 1 brings together two central voices of the Jena Philharmonic on September 16, 2026, at the Volkshaus Jena: General Music Director Simon Gaudenz and Director Alexander Richter. The evening is designed as an open conversation and opens up the view on the new season, the artistic direction, and the inner workings of an orchestra that is firmly rooted in Jena.
A salon with proximity to the stage
Those who want to not only hear the live atmosphere but also follow along intellectually will find the suitable setting here. Instead of a large orchestral wave, the direct exchange is at the center: Questions about program ideas, artistic signatures, and the collaboration between conducting, orchestra management, and house team shape the evening. This is exactly where the special excitement of this concert experience lies.
Jena Philharmonic in focus
Simon Gaudenz has been shaping the Jena Philharmonic for years with a clear musical line, international experience, and a pronounced focus on communication. His biography includes positions with renowned orchestras in Europe, and his discography includes complete recordings of Mahler and Schumann, as well as other significant recordings. Alexander Richter brings the organizational perspective on planning, profile, and presence of the orchestra as director. Together, they create an evening that combines expertise and closeness to the audience.
Volkshaus Jena as a cultural address
The Volkshaus Jena is one of the defining venues of the city. The monumentally modernized building is not only the workplace of the Jena Philharmonic but also a place with a cultural history, good accessibility, and clear conditions for visitors. The venue is barrier-free, and parking is available in the vicinity, including in the parking garage of the Goethe Gallery nearby. Thus, historical atmosphere meets practical concert logistics.
Sound, context, and anticipation
Even without a large orchestral setting, this evening remains musically charged. The Philharmonic Salon № 1 focuses on what many music fans appreciate in previews: background, context, and a glimpse behind the scenes. Those who want to know how a season develops, what ideas a group carries, and how planning becomes art will experience an evening filled with intellectual tension and accessible cultural energy.
A free event, a renowned conversation framework, and two prominent figures of the Jena Philharmonic make this salon a special kick-off into autumn. Anyone who wants to experience Jena's musical life live and close should mark this date and feel the atmosphere at the Volkshaus Jena on-site.
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