Renaud Capuçon live in Frankfurt

Experience Renaud Capuçon live on December 13th

Renaud Capuçon is a celebrated French violinist known for his expressive interpretations and refined technique. His performances are characterized by a warm tone, lyrical phrasing, and a notable emotional depth, encompassing both standard repertoire and lesser-known works. He frequently collaborates with leading orchestras and conductors worldwide, demonstrating versatility across Baroque, Classical, and Romantic periods.

The Alte Oper Frankfurt (Old Opera Frankfurt) holds a significant place in German cultural history. Originally inaugurated in 1880, it quickly became one of the most important opera houses in Europe. Heavily damaged during Allied bombing raids in World War II, it lay in ruins for decades. A public initiative led to its reconstruction, completed in 1981, restoring it not as a fully functioning opera house – that role is now fulfilled by the Opern- und Schauspielhaus Frankfurt – but as a prestigious concert hall and venue for special events.

The building’s architectural style reflects late 19th-century historicism, incorporating Renaissance and Baroque elements. Today, the Alte Oper hosts a diverse program of orchestral concerts, chamber music performances, song recitals and dance productions, maintaining its reputation as an acoustically excellent and historically resonant space.