Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra live in Amsterdam

Experience Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra live on May 18th

The Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra is scheduled to perform at the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam on May 18, 2027. The orchestra is internationally renowned for its rich, warm sound and interpretive depth, consistently ranking among the world’s leading ensembles. Its repertoire spans from the Baroque period to contemporary compositions, with a particular strength in late-Romantic and 20th-century works. Historically, the orchestra has been associated with conductors like Wilhelm Furtwängler, Rafael Kubelík, and Bernard Haitink, shaping its distinctive musical identity.

The Concertgebouw, opened in 1888, is considered one of the world’s most acoustically admired concert halls. Designed by Pieter Cuypers, it's celebrated for its shoe-box shaped design and exceptional natural acoustics – stemming from specific dimensions and materials used in its construction. The hall’s acoustics are not due to deliberate acoustic engineering as such techniques were not fully developed at the time of building; rather they arose organically from architectural choices. Throughout its history, the Concertgebouw has hosted performances by virtually every major orchestra and soloist globally and remains a central venue for classical music in the Netherlands and beyond.