Ensemble Modern live in Frankfurt

Experience Ensemble Modern live on April 20th

Ensemble Modern is a leading contemporary music group internationally recognized for its commitment to performing and commissioning new works. Their repertoire spans a wide range of styles, frequently incorporating electronics, improvisation, and theatrical elements alongside traditional instrumental techniques. The ensemble actively collaborates with composers, often working directly with them during the creation process, resulting in performances characterized by precision, flexibility and a distinctive sonic palette.

The Alte Oper Frankfurt (Old Opera House) holds significant cultural importance for the city and Germany. Originally opened in 1880, it was heavily damaged during World War II and remained a ruin for decades, symbolizing Frankfurt’s destruction. Reconstruction began in the late 1970s, guided by a design that deliberately preserved visible remnants of the wartime damage as a reminder of history.

The restored Alte Oper, reopened in 1981, functions as a multi-purpose performance venue hosting opera, ballet, concerts—particularly orchestral and chamber music—and other events. Its acoustics are highly regarded and the building itself is considered an architectural landmark blending historical preservation with modern restoration techniques. The venue’s main hall boasts ornate detailing reflecting its 19th-century origins while accommodating contemporary staging requirements.