Gewandhausorchester live in Leipzig

Experience Gewandhausorchester live on October 2nd

The Gewandhausorchester Leipzig will perform at the Gewandhaus in Leipzig, Germany on October 2nd, 2026. The orchestra is renowned for its interpretation of German Romantic composers – particularly Mendelssohn, Schumann, and Wagner – alongside a broad repertoire spanning from Baroque to contemporary works. A hallmark of their sound is a clarity and warmth often attributed to the hall’s acoustics and a long tradition of string playing.

The Gewandhaus itself holds significant musical history. Founded in 1743, it began as a concert series established by merchants seeking musical enrichment – hence “Gewandhaus,” meaning “merchant hall.” The current building, opened in 1981, is actually the third iteration; the first two were located on different sites in Leipzig. Felix Mendelssohn served as Kapellmeister (music director) from 1835-1847, profoundly shaping the orchestra’s identity and establishing its international reputation.

Throughout its existence, the Gewandhausorchester has maintained a close relationship with the city of Leipzig and its musical heritage. It consistently commissions new works and fosters emerging talent while upholding a commitment to historically informed performance practice.