When does the concert begin?

The symphony concert begins on 17.09.2026 at 19:30.

Where does the event take place?

At the Volkshaus Jena at Carl-Zeiß-Platz 15 in 07743 Jena.

Is there a concert introduction?

Yes, the concert introduction starts at 18:45.

How much do the tickets cost?

According to the ticket prices of the Jena Philharmonic, the regular advance sale for Thursday concerts starts from 33 euros.

Is card payment possible at the box office?

Yes, exclusively card payment is possible at the box office in the Volkshaus; cash payment is not provided.

Is the venue accessible?

Yes, the event entry marks the concert as accessible.

Dvořák, Mozart and Rihm unleash a luminous concert evening in Volkshaus Jena

Name: Symphony Concert: Dvořák, Mozart, Rihm
Start: 2026-09-17T21:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-17T23:30:00+02:00
Location: Volkshaus Jena

An evening between nature magic, clarinet magic, and orchestral tension

When the Jena Philharmonic invites you to the Volkshaus Jena on Thursday, September 17, 2026, it not only opens the first Thursday concert of the new season but also the focus Planet Dvořák with a program that contrasts sound images of inner unrest and radiant beauty. Daniel Ottensamer, Artist in Residence and principal clarinetist of the Vienna Philharmonic, makes his debut with the Jena audience; conducting is Simon Gaudenz. ([jenakultur.de](https://www.jenakultur.de/de/einrichtungen/volkshaus_jena/1049641?template_id=5951))

A program with dramatic power

Dvořák's symphonic poem Vodník, Mozart's Clarinet Concerto in A major KV 622, Dvořák's Notturno in B major, Wolfgang Rihm's Nature Morte – Still Alive, and the Scherzo capriccioso form a tension axis that ranges from dark depths to dancing lightness. It is precisely this mix that makes the evening exciting: orchestral color power meets chamber music closeness, and here nature imagery, reflection, and melodic radiance merge into a concentrated live experience. ([jenakultur.de](https://www.jenakultur.de/de/einrichtungen/volkshaus_jena/1049641?template_id=5951))

Daniel Ottensamer brings Mozart to life

Mozart's clarinet concerto provides a soft, singing counterpart to the dramatic Dvořák moments. Ottensamer is internationally sought after as a chamber musician and soloist; his recordings appear, among others, on Sony Classical and Pentatone, and he is also a member of Philharmonix, the ensemble awarded the Opus Klassik in 2018. For the audience in Jena, this creates a concert experience that combines technical elegance and emotional directness. ([kajimotomusic.com](https://www.kajimotomusic.com/eng/artists-projects/daniel-ottensamer/))

Volkshaus Jena as a strong sound space

The Volkshaus Jena, Carl-Zeiß-Platz 15, 07743 Jena, is both a modern cultural and congress center while being rich in tradition and flexible. According to JenaKultur, the venue can accommodate up to 1250 people throughout the building; the Ernst-Abbe-Saal is the central venue for the Thursday concerts of the Philharmonic. Additionally, for the evening: Cash payments will not be accepted at the box office; payments are only possible with card or JenaKultur vouchers. ([jenakultur.de](https://www.jenakultur.de/de/einrichtungen/volkshaus_jena/605389))

What visitors can expect

The concert introduction starting at 18:45 sets a content framework for the evening before the orchestra illuminates the grand lines of Dvořák, Mozart, and Rihm. Those who appreciate contemporary reflection, romantic fullness of sound, and a cleverly constructed program will not experience a mere succession of works but a musical narrative with atmosphere, tension, and beautiful depth. An evening for everyone who wants to feel classical music live and without distance. ([jenakultur.de](https://www.jenakultur.de/de/einrichtungen/volkshaus_jena/1049641?template_id=5951))

Conclusion: This symphony concert unites acoustic sophistication, a strong solo voice, and a gripping dramaturgy in the heart of Jena. Those who want to experience the connection between nature, night, and musical reflection live should mark this date. ([jenakultur.de](https://www.jenakultur.de/de/einrichtungen/volkshaus_jena/1049641?template_id=5951))