Hamburg

Discover opera in Hamburg!

Located in the north of the country, near the mouth of the Elbe River and close to the North Sea, Hamburg is the second largest city in Germany. Hamburg has always been famous for its musical culture. 

Hamburg and music

In 1678, Germany's first public opera house, the Hamburgische Staatsoper, was opened here. Hamburg was also the birthplace of Johannes Brahms, who received his musical training as a pianist and composer. Telemann was the director of music for the city of Hamburg in 1721, Handel was employed as a violinist and harpsichordist at the Hamburgische Staatsoper and Gustav Mahler was its musical director for six years from 1891.

The Hamburgische Staatsoper (Hamburg State Opera) with its orchestra the Hamburg Philharmonic is one of the most famous opera houses in the world. The opera house is also home to the Hamburg Ballet, which has been directed by John Neumeier since 1973.  The Hamburg Opera is constantly evolving, with many contemporary works and an innovative staging concept that often spills over into the more classical repertoire, surprising many unaccustomed audiences.

A visit to the Elbphilharmonie, an exceptional concert hall that combines spectacular architecture with perfect acoustics, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Speicherstadt, the 'warehouse city', will leave you with unforgettable memories.

Although classical music is the symbol of Hamburg, other musical genres are also played in the concert halls. Jazz and pop music are also popular with Hamburg audiences and visitors to the city.

What to do in Hamburg ?

Which performance can you see in Hamburg this season?

The city has a dynamic and diverse atmosphere that will appeal to all visitors, whether you are interested in history, culture, art, music or simply discovering new experiences in Hamburg. Visit the Speicherstadt district (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), explore HafenCity, stroll along the banks of the Elbe, discover Hamburg's artistic culture through its art galleries such as Kunsthalle or its German art museums!

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