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At the front, part of the orchestra can be seen on stage, at the back a man with a large prince puppet walks towards a dressed up woman
Family concert »The wooden prince« | Picture: Monika Rittershaus

Experience a Sunday filled with emotion, imagination and virtuosity at the Philharmonie Berlin with our family concerts! From brilliant chamber music performed by members of the Berliner Philharmoniker to the grand finale featuring the full orchestra under the baton of Chief Conductor Kirill Petrenko – this series has something for everyone.
These concerts introduce children aged six and over to the world of classical music, offering fresh perspectives for all generations. Lively, interactive stories and playful insights into the musical score foster a deeper understanding of what lies beneath the surface of classical works. At every moment, the joy of music takes centre stage.

A supplementary season program booklet for the whole family is available at the concerts and invites you to discover and explore the music before or after your visit to the Philharmonie Berlin.

Family concerts at a glance

Recommended age: from 6 years old
Duration: approx. 60 minutes without interval
Tickets: The family concerts are available by subscription and on free sale.

A vibrant concert hall with festive Christmas decorations on stage. The audience, seated in curved rows, is thrilled and cheering. Colourful lights and seasonal décor create a joyful and atmospheric setting.

Main Auditorium

Family Concert: “Holy Viola!”

Members of the Berliner Philharmoniker and of the Karajan-Akademie
Sarah Willis horn, concept and presentation
Indra Besing stage scenery and equipment

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A vibrant concert hall with festive Christmas decorations on stage. The audience, seated in curved rows, is thrilled and cheering. Colourful lights and seasonal décor create a joyful and atmospheric setting.

Main Auditorium

Family Concert: “Holy Viola!”

Members of the Berliner Philharmoniker and of the Karajan-Akademie
Sarah Willis horn, concept and presentation
Indra Besing stage scenery and equipment

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The image shows a classical orchestra on stage, surrounded by vibrant, colorful lighting and a video projection. The audience watches the performance attentively, while visible spotlights illuminate the scene.

Main Auditorium

Family concert: “Hommage à Paul Klee”

Members of the Berliner Philharmoniker
Andreas Wittmann conductor
Silver-Garburg Piano Duo
Rufus Beck narrator

Sándor Veress
Hommage à Paul Klee, Fantasy for two pianos and string orchestra

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An actor in period dress stands in front of an orchestra with an expressive expression on his face. The musicians are laughing and playing string instruments in a concert hall.

Main Auditorium

Family Concert: “Peter and the Wolf”

Members of the Berliner Philharmoniker
Marlene Ito violin
Simon Roturier violin
Martin von der Nahmer viola
Martin Löhr cello
Michael Karg double bass
Jelka Weber flute
Dominik Wollenweber oboe
Andraž Golob clarinet
Václav Vonášek bassoon
Johannes Lamotke french horn
Georg Schreckenberger french horn
Andrej Žust french horn
Guillaume Jehl trumpet
Olaf Ott trombone
Jan Schlichte drums
Raphael Haeger conductor
Jelka Weber idea and concept
Tilman Birr concept, text and narrator
Simone Nowicki foley artist

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On stage are members of the orchestra with Kirill Petrenko, several cellists and other musicians playing various instruments. Two large works of art can be seen in the background.

Main Auditorium

Family Concert: “Pulcinella”

Berliner Philharmoniker
Kirill Petrenko conductor and co-presentation
Philipp Bohnen presentation

Igor Stravinsky
Pulcinella, Suite (revised version from 1949)

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