Simphiwe Dana, whose debut album ‘Zandisile’ is one of the hottest things in world music, was born in South Africa. Her influences range from soul and gospel to jazz and hip-hop and she also cites legendary jazz singers such as Lena Horne and SarahVaughan as role models. And even before her album has been released in Europe she scooped up the awards for ‘Best Newcomer’ and ‘Best Jazz Vocal Album’ at the South African Music Awards.
Ute Lemper plays Avo Session – Live in Switzerland
Ute Lemper is an international star. London, Paris and New York are all at her feet. The German singer, dancer and actress first came to prominence in musicals. She began her career in German-speaking countries with a role in «Cats». She then caused a sensation as Sally Bowles in ‘Cabaret’ and finally took London and New York by storm as Velma in ‘Chicago’.
Elina Garanca at Neuschwanstein Castle
The Latvian mezzo-soprano Elina Garanca is one of the most influential voices of our time. She is like a storm: spirited, haunting, but also seductive and just as enthusiastic and inspiring as the Chamber Artists (CHAARTS). Together, the musicians present romantic raptures and exciting emotional depths in Mahler’s Rückert Lieder and excerpts from Georges Bizet’s opera Carmen.
Klaus Florian Vogt at Neuschwanstein Castle
A wonderful concert in King Ludwig’s fairytale castle. The Munich Symphony Orchestra perform together with the star tenor and celebrated Wagner hero Klaus Florian Vogt. Together they present works by Wagner, Weber, Mozart and Strauss with full sound power and creative experimentation and guaranteed goosebumps.
HAUSER at Neuschwanstein Castle
With his innovative musical skills and irresistible charisma, HAUSER is bringing a new wave of cello music to audiences worldwide. His programme includes music that reflects his unique approach to classical compositions, film scores and popular music, drawing on repertoire from his various solo albums. The Croatian musician is acclaimed worldwide for his captivating live performances and is considered a master of audience interaction. To do justice to the beautiful setting of Neuschwanstein Castle, HAUSER and the Munich Symphony Orchestra have selected an exclusive programme for this evening that promises to do justice to the unique surroundings.
Golda Schultz, Rolando Villazón, Ludovic Tézier at Neuschwanstein Castle
The internationally acclaimed artists Rolando Villazón, Golda Schultz and Ludovic Tézier crown the castle concerts on the final evening at Neuschwanstein. At the grand finale in the castle courtyard, the names of the soloists are as impressive as those of the composers: Verdi, Puccini, Mozart, Mascagni and Léhar. As at the beginning, the finale of the Neuschwanstein Concerts 2025 is once again a passionate journey through the world of opera. Realised with the highest musical finesse and quality by the renowned Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie Bremen. The conductor is none other than Omer Meir Wellber. The conductor and composer is regarded as one of the hottest opera and concert conductors of our time.
Emerging from the Shadows – The Legacies of Weinberg and Korngold
This documentary uncovers the poignant stories of Mieczyslaw Weinberg and Erich Wolfgang Korngold: two 20th-century composers of profound artistry, whose legacy is only recently being rediscovered after having been overshadowed in the aftermath of the Holocaust. The documentary follows the album recording of Constantine Orbelian, chief conductor of the Kaunas City Symphony Orchestra, and cellist Kristina Reiko Cooper. In recording lesser-known cello concertos by Weinberg and Korngold, Cooper and Orbelian hope to facilitate the transcendence of the two composers’ legacy — out of the shadows and towards the recognition their music deserves. Narrated by Cooper and Orbelian, we delve into the history of Mieczyslaw Weinberg’s and Erich Wolfgang Korngold’s contrasting yet intertwining lives. The composers’ life-stories are paralleled by visuals of Kaunas’ own historic landmarks, commemorating the history of the city’s estimated 37.000 Jewish inhabitants before the Shoah. Always returning to the recording sessions of the beautiful cello concertos, viewers are drawn into a compelling story of cultural identity and rediscovery.
Elina Garanca: My Favourite Melodies
In this upcoming episode of the series “My Favourite Melodies,” viewers are treated to an intimate portrait of renowned opera star Elina Garanca. From classic opera arias to lesser-known gems, Garanca’s selections offer a glimpse into her artistic influences and passions. The program combines stunning performances with insightful interviews, providing a captivating experience for both seasoned opera aficionados and newcomers to the genre.
Jonathan Tetelman & Chelsea Zurflüh at Neuschwanstein Castle
The Neuschwanstein Castle Festival kicks off with a passionate journey through the world of opera: the high-calibre chamber music ensemble CHAARTS Chamber Artists from Switzerland already wowed audiences in multiple occasions. Together with Jonathan Tetelman and Chelsea Zurflüh, they present works from Tosca, La Traviata, Romeo et Juliette and The Magic Flute, among others. The timbre, the extraordinary volume of his tenor voice and his charisma can now be marvelled at on the world’s biggest stages. “A star par excellence”, wrote the New York Times about Tetelman, while the Tagesspiegel added ist unanimously enthusiastic review of his international audience with “balsamic verve”.
Mischa Maisky – A Man and his Cello
Cellist Mischa Maisky is one of the greatest in his field. To mark his 50th anniversary on stage, he is giving a concert with Paavo Järvi and the Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie Bremen featuring works that have shaped his life in a very special way. Whether together with his friend Martha Argerich or in a family trio with his children, Maisky is interested in the emotions of playing, not perfection.