Rainer Berger live in Prüm

Experience Rainer Berger live on August 30th

Rainer Berger will perform a concert at Prüm Abbey on August 30, 2026. Berger is a German composer known for his spectral music, often characterized by its focus on the acoustic properties of spaces and the exploration of overtones and just intonation. His compositions frequently involve extended techniques for instruments and are designed to create immersive sonic experiences, often blurring the lines between composition and sound installation. He frequently works with historical instruments and locations, integrating them into the performance concept.

Prüm Abbey, located in the Eifel region of Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, possesses a rich history dating back to the 7th century. Founded by Saint Remigius, it quickly became a significant Benedictine monastery and a prominent center of learning during the Carolingian era. The abbey church, largely constructed between the 8th and 12th centuries, is notable for its Carolingian architecture—amongst the most important examples north of the Alps—and its extensive treasury which once held significant relics. Throughout its history, Prüm Abbey has endured periods of both prosperity and decline, including damage during wartime and secularization in the early 19th century.