When does the concert begin?

The concert begins on 17.09.2026 at 19:30.

Where does the symphony concert take place?

The venue is the Volkshaus Jena at Carl-Zeiß-Platz 15 in 07743 Jena.

How much do the tickets cost?

The regular presale price is 33 euros.

Is there a concert introduction?

Yes, a concert introduction takes place at 18:45.

Is the event accessible?

Yes, the event is marked as accessible.

Can you pay in cash at the box office?

No, cash payments are not possible at the box office in Volkshaus.

Dvořák, Mozart, and Rihm unleash an evening full of sound magic at 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 the magic of nature, clarinet light, and symphonic tension

With the Symphony Concert: Dvořák, Mozart, Rihm, the Jena Philharmonic starts its Thursday concert series on September 17, 2026, at the Volkshaus Jena. Under the seasonal focus Planet Dvořák, great romantic imagery meets Mozart's timeless elegance and Wolfgang Rihm's sharply defined present.

The sound space opens up

The opening promises a concert experience with a wide-ranging orchestration and dense mood changes. Antonín Dvořák's symphonic poem Vodník paints a dark, narrative sound landscape where nature is not merely a backdrop but appears as a living and vulnerable force. The Jena Philharmonic, under Simon Gaudenz, relies on precise conducting that maintains a balance of transparency and drama.

Mozart's Clarinet Concerto as a radiant centerpiece

The audience can particularly look forward to Daniel Ottensamer, who will perform for the first time in Jena as Artist in Residence. The principal clarinetist of the Vienna Philharmonic brings Mozart's Clarinet Concerto in A Major KV 622 with a blend of lyricism, nobility, and dance-like lightness that has made this work a staple of concert literature for decades. Those who are live will not just experience an interpretation but a finely tuned conversation between soloist, orchestra, and acoustic space.

Between silence, rupture, and departure

Dvořák's Notturno, Rihm's Nature Morte – Still Alive and the Scherzo capriccioso span the arc from delicate meditation to spirited energy. This dramaturgy makes the evening so appealing: first, the music floats, then it condenses, finally, it breaks forth with full symphonic power. The result is an evening concert that masterfully combines emotion, expertise, and atmospheric density.

Strong start for the 2026.2027 season

The Jena Philharmonic opens not only a new series with this Thursday concert but also a programmatic journey through Dvořák's musical universe. For classical music fans who appreciate great names, smart sequences of works, and an intense live atmosphere, this evening is among the notable dates of autumn in Jena.

Conclusion: Those who want to experience symphonic music with character, a prominent soloist, and a finely curated program should mark this concert date. The Volkshaus Jena will become a resonance space for great emotions and sound discoveries that fully unfold their impact live.