David Helbock live in Frankfurt

Experience David Helbock live on September 17th

David Helbock will perform at the Alte Oper in Frankfurt on September 17, 2027. Helbock is an Austrian pianist and composer known for his highly individual approach to jazz piano, often incorporating elements of classical music, improvisation, and extended techniques. His style frequently features complex harmonies, rhythmic playfulness, and a distinctive percussive touch on the piano – sometimes involving preparations *within* the instrument itself to alter its sound. He’s recognized for both solo performances and collaborations across diverse musical genres.

The Alte Oper Frankfurt (Old Opera House) holds significant cultural importance. Originally opened in 1880, it was heavily damaged during World War II and remained a ruin for decades, becoming a symbol of Frankfurt’s destruction and subsequent rebuilding. Reconstruction began in the late 1970s and the Alte Oper reopened in 1981, meticulously restored to its original neo-Renaissance and Baroque Revival architectural style. Today, it functions as a multi-purpose venue hosting opera, ballet, concerts (including orchestral and chamber music), and other performing arts events. It is not a traditional opera house with a resident company; rather it welcomes guest performances from internationally renowned ensembles and artists.