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Beethoven’s Op. 11 trio was originally written for clarinet, cello and piano; but, to ensure its popularity with amateur players, he also arranged a version in which violin replaced clarinet. It was a big hit in its day, a true “Gassenhauer”, not least because, in its final movement, Beethoven employed multiple variations of a theme by Joseph Weigl which was already extremely popular. Neither of the two other works on this evening’s programme are a Gassenhauer – or at least, not yet. But both pieces contain wonderful music and are well worth discovering. We hear the piano trio by Rebecca Clarke (1886-1979), a British viola player and composer, who is as yet very little known in these parts.  A romantic retrospective in D minor by Anton Arensky (1861-1906) brings the evening to a close.

Led by their choirmaster, 24 boys in sailor suits sing in concert. Why are they known and loved by people all over the world? Because they remind us that music is the universal language of human emotion, a language which knows no national boundaries. Over the course of eleven Fridays, the world-famous Vienna Boys Choir show off their talents. With youthful energy and charm, they lead their audience on a journey through musical history, taking in not just Mozart, Schubert and Strauss, but World Music and Pop as well. And along the way we’ll no doubt hear a few stories from their history, which stretches back over more than 525 years!

"Schime & Muzikon have produced an epic work full of intensity, impact, and abstraction" - All About Jazz. This important collaboration creates a unique sound universe, where the intricate rhythms and pulsating dynamism of jazz are blended with the lush textures and grandeur of a string orchestra. The interplay between these two musical entities, each a leader in their respective fields, redefines the boundaries of contemporary sound-making. Come along and witness the birth of a new musical language. Presented by: Music Traveler GmbH  

The play “The White Disease” is one of the most important works by the writer and playwright Karel Čapek. He wrote it on the eve of the Second World War to warn of the rise of National Socialism and the conflict between democracy and the interests of power-hungry dictators. For Čapek, the most significant threat to society stemmed from fanaticism, blind obedience, and unwavering faith in a leader. The author demonstrates the ease with which people can be instilled with fear and manipulated. “The White Disease” continues to grace theatre stages today, serving as evidence of its timeless relevance and topicality. Performed in Ukrainian. Presented by: “Centre for Ukrainian Initiatives” Association