The Althafen Foundation and NOACK Bildgießerei are pleased to invite you to a special concert celebrating the beginning of summer.
Taking place within the extraordinary atmosphere of the NOACK Bildgießerei’s assembly workshop, the evening brings together two outstanding young talents from Talent Studio 2026 — violinist Julian Kainrath and pianist Dmytro Semykras — alongside cellist Mark Prihodko, Artistic Director of the Althafen Foundation, for a rare and intimate musical encounter.
Surrounded by the spirit of craftsmanship and artistic creation, the artists will perform works by Franz Schubert and Johannes Brahms in a setting that reflects the dialogue between music, sculpture, and artistic tradition. The unique industrial space of the Bildgießerei offers an exceptional environment in which artistic disciplines meet, creating an atmosphere that is both inspiring and deeply personal.
We warmly welcome you to join us for this special occasion and to celebrate the beginning of summer through music, conversation, and shared artistic experience.
Presented as part of the NOACK Concert Series in collaboration with NOACK Bildgießerei & Gallery and the Althafen Foundation.
After its warmly received debut in 2022, the Christmas Gala with Verità Baroque returns to the NOACK Werkstatt as part of the NOACK Concert Series. The young international ensemble, known for weaving together Baroque masterpieces with newly commissioned works, presents Jingle Vivaldi — a festive program featuring Vivaldi’s La Tempesta di Mare, La Notte, and the Concerto for Two Traverso Flutes, alongside playful reimaginings of Silent Night, Carol of the Bells, and the newly composed Jingle Baroque. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner with the artists, transforming tradition into a vivid celebration of past and present.
The musicians of the Boulanger Trio love to arouse curiosity for advanced sounds. The evening will be enriched by an encounter with the guest composer, who will be available to answer the musicians´ questions in a relaxed conversation on stage – this time Marc Migó from Barcelona will be their guest.
The musicians of the Boulanger Trio love to arouse curiosity for advanced sounds. The evening will be enriched by an encounter with the guest composer, who will be available to answer the musicians´ questions in a relaxed conversation on stage – this time Marc Migó from Barcelona will be their guest.
Organist Iveta Apkalna and the Alinde Quartett uniting in the philharmonic "Portrait" series. They traverse musical history from Mozart's church sonata to Philip Glass's minimalist allure and Ottorino Respighi's expressive "Quartetto dorico". The performance concludes with a new work by SJ Hanke, awarded the Hindemith Prize, blending organ and string quartet in innovative harmony.
Metamorphosen Berlin celebrates its 15th anniversary with a special concert at the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg. Featuring works by Vivaldi, Schubert, Tschaikowski, Piazzolla, and Christian Jost, the programme highlights the ensemble’s dynamic range, from Baroque brilliance to contemporary innovation.
Metamorphosen Berlin celebrates its 15th anniversary with a special concert at the Berliner Philharmonie's Chamber Music Hall. Featuring works by Vivaldi, Schubert, Tschaikowski, Piazzolla, and Christian Jost, the programme highlights the ensemble’s dynamic range, from Baroque brilliance to contemporary innovation.
As part of the Philharmonic "Portrait" series for Wolfgang Rihm, the Alinde Quartet performs his "Concerto" for string quartet and orchestra. Joined by the Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie Bremen, the program also features Bartók’s "Pictures from Hungary" and Beethoven’s energetic 2nd Symphony, conducted by Duncan Ward.
The Boulanger Trio will host its Boulangerie concert series at Berlin's Kühlhaus, featuring composer Christian Jost. The program includes works by Schubert, Jost, and Schönberg, blending classical and contemporary music in the spirit of Nadia Boulanger’s salons, with an opportunity for audience interaction during a post-concert reception.
The Alinde Quartet, alongside actor Alexander Wanat, takes audiences on a lively musical journey to Italy at the Kölner Philharmonie. With spirited music, Italian stories, and energetic dances, the concert transforms into a vibrant piazza, creating an unforgettable afternoon for all ages.
Chamber Music with Lera Auerbach. Featuring Carl Czerny’s arranged version of Mozart’s Piano Concerto in D minor for piano and string quintet and the lush harmonies of Antonín Dvořák’s middle string quintet, this performance promises an intimate chamber music experience. The programme will also include Auerbach’s own works, which are yet to be revealed.
Alinde Quartett in Konzerthaus Berlin. Program features two of Schubert’s quartets – including the renowned Death and the Maiden – alongside with Streichquartett Nr. 2 - „Sardana-Quodlibet“ (Hommage to Schubert) by Marc Migó.
The Konzerthausorchester, conducted by Joana Mallwitz, will premiere Lera Auerbach's orchestral work 'Labyrinth' (2018) at the 'Projections' festival. Inspired by Mussorgsky and Borges, the piece takes listeners on a mysterious journey with a dream wanderer and mythical creatures.
In this edition, our special guest is Lera Auerbach, the composer, pianist and visual artist whom this season's ‘Creative Portrait’ is dedicated to. Cellist Frans Helmerson performs her cello sonata with the composer playing the piano part.
The Metamorphosen Berlin Orchestra, featuring distinguished musicians from Berlin's leading orchestras, renowned chamber performers, and international competition laureates, will take the stage at the Berliner Philharmonie.
Now, the four musicians use Schubert as a starting point to weave delicate threads into the 20th century: together with keyboard virtuoso Dmitry Ablogin, they turn their attention to the quintets of Schumann and Schnittke.
Our Artist in Spotlight starts her residency 'Creative Portrait' with Konzerthaus Berlin with Anniversary Concert: 70 Years of Yad Vashem with the Konzerthausorchester Berlin, Joana Mallwitz, and others.
The Foundation's artistic director, Israeli-American cellist Mark Prihodko, will be joined on stage by American-Korean pianist Ben Kim (winner of the ARD International Music Competition) and the Alinde Quartet (portrait artists at the Cologne Philharmonie).
The Alinde Quartet begins their residency at the Kölner Philharmonie with a chamber music program, blending the timeless elegance of Josquin des Prez with the expressive depth of Schubert's String Quartet. In a special highlight, they introduce Marc Migó’s "String Quartet No. 2 'Sardana - Quodlibet'," a piece that bridges tradition and innovation.
Where does Baroque music belong? Right here, and now. The talented musicians of Verità Baroque, some of whom are also members of the Alinde Quartet, bring the timeless sounds of the old masters to life with a fresh twist for the future.
"Cello Duello" features Jens Peter Maintz and Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt in a captivating musical duel, where collaboration again takes center stage of the iconic Elbphilharmonie Hamburg
"Cello Duello" at Konzerthaus Berlin. Despite the competitive name, the two cellists Jens Peter Maintz and Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt, engage in a dynamic, fast-paced exchange, creating a thrilling and harmonious performance that delights audiences with its artistry and energy. Programm beinhaltet werke von Haydn, Offenbach, Weber, Paganini und Händel-Halvorsen.
This summer we invite you to connect to artist communities through a series of exhibitions, concerts, talks, workshops, and roundtable discussions taking place in the heart of Berlin's Friedrichshain, nestled between the East Side Gallery and the Spree. Together with our partners, we have curated a multidisciplinary program to enrich your summer experience in Berlin.
Emerging Artists Series at the NOACK Bildgiesserei & Galerie, the concert features the Berlin based Tonhain Kollektiv. The program includes works by Haydn, Beethoven, and Penderecki, along with the world premiere of a piece by Leonard Disselhorst, offering a distinctive musical experience with a cello trio.
Emerging Artists Series at the NOACK Bildgiesserei & Galerie: An evening of music by Franz Schubert and Josquin des Prez, beautifully performed by the Alinde Quartet, offers an ideal way to celebrate the arrival of spring. Renowned for their nuanced yet commanding interpretations of the romantic repertoire, the quartet is committed to recording all of Schubert's quartets. The concert will also feature the world premiere of Marc Migo's String Quartet No. 2 "Sardana - Quodlibet".
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