Klaus Mäkelä live in Amsterdam

Experience Klaus Mäkelä live on December 23rd

Klaus Mäkelä will conduct a performance at the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam on December 23, 2026. Mäkelä is a Finnish conductor rapidly gaining international recognition for his insightful interpretations and technically assured performances. His style is often characterized by clarity, a focus on orchestral color, and a notable sensitivity to phrasing, drawing comparisons to conductors like Paavo Järvi and Herbert von Karajan in terms of precision and sonic depth. He frequently champions both standard repertoire and contemporary works, demonstrating a broad musical curiosity.

The Concertgebouw itself opened in 1888 and is widely considered one of the world’s most renowned concert halls, celebrated for its exceptional acoustics. Designed by Pieter Cuypers, the building’s architecture incorporates elements of neo-Renaissance style. Its rectangular shape and specific dimensions contribute significantly to its warm, resonant sound – a characteristic attributed to the hall's wooden construction and lack of excessive reverberation. Throughout its history, the Concertgebouw has been home to the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra (Koninklijk Concertgebouworkest), with whom Mäkelä has also collaborated extensively.