Germany · CONCERTS
Good concerts tours fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 14 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
90-minute classical concert in Dresden Zwinger Wallpavillon. Choose seats from 4th row back, hear chamber orchestra and Vivaldi.
“what a fabulous experience! the acoustics were wonderful and a fantastic way to top off our stay in Dresden. Highly recommend! Try and go early because Zwinger is covered with statues!”
Hour-long classical concert at Berlin’s Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, featuring soprano Duangamorn Fu, organist Vladimir Magalashvili, and works by Vivaldi, Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven.
“The concert was wonderful and the soloists were outstanding. This was not a full symphony orchestra but an eight member string group. Still the quality and choice of pieces could not have been better. The organ numbers were spectacular, the soprano and violin soloists of the highest caliber. You will not be disappointed in this lovely evening. Children and adults loved it. Thank you for making this possible!”
One-hour classical concert in Munich’s Residenz Palace Hofkapelle. Bach to Mozart, $45, Saturdays at 6:30 PM.
“My friends and I enjoyed this experience. It was a great way to start our trip in Munich. We went to the Palace museum the next day as well, and were even more glad that we had done this the night before. Getting to see the chapel in use and all lit up was a treat, especially when comparing to how we saw it in the day. I would recommend it.”
Hear classical music in Munich’s Residenz Court Chapel, Mozart’s stage, performed by Residence Soloists during seasonal celebrations.
“The music was absolutely beautiful. We would have appreciated an English version of the dialogue, but this was not necessary to enjoy and appreciate the performance.”
Enjoy a 2-hour classical gala in Munich's Cuvilliés Theatre with Residenz soloists, featuring Mozart, Vivaldi, Strauss, and more.
“It was a unique, excellent experience in a festive atmosphere at the wonderful Cuvilliés Theatre, one of the most beautiful and important Rococo theatres in Europe. The Residenz soloists masterfully performed music by Rossini, Mozart, Dvorak, Brahms, Johann Strauss (Son).”
Two hours in Munich’s Max-Joseph Hall with the Residence-Soloists, playing Vivaldi, Mozart, Beethoven, Tchaikovsky and Gershwin.
“l éclairage de la salle n était pas excellent il était aveuglant”
Enjoy Berlin classical concerts in the Bode Museum’s historic Gobelin Room, with rotating programs from Baroque to Beethoven.
“really nice venue amazing place, keep up the good work”
A 90-minute Christmas classical concert at Dresden’s Zwinger Wallpavillon, with the Dresden Residenz Orchestra playing Vivaldi, Bach, and Mozart.
2-hour Residence Soloists concert at Schleißheim Palace in Bavaria, with assigned seating, intermission, and repertoire from Mozart to Gershwin.
“Concert fabuleux. Quelques difficultés pour échanger les billets électroniques contre les tickets papier indispensables pour assister au concert (Personnel d'accueil et de contrôle ignorant la procédure !).”
Hear star classical soloists in Munich Residenz Hercules Hall, with Eroica, New World, and more in superb acoustics. 2-hour concert.
“Disappointing overall. Venue was impressive and easy to find. Performers were very average, except the pianist, who was excellent. I have experienced far better shows in Vienna and Salzburg. Ushers seated us at the back, despite us paying a premium for seats near the front. We were on time so there was no need for this. Very unprofessional. Save your time and book another concert.”
Enjoy a 2-hour classical concert in Munich’s All Saints’ Court Church with Residence soloists playing Mozart, Vivaldi, Beethoven, and more.
Walk from Pariser Platz to Checkpoint Charlie on a Berlin history tour with live guitar, singing, and violin at major landmarks.
“It was a really nice tour of some of the most important places of Berlin with a little twist : Music ! The guide is a really good musician who plays a selection of diverse type music. Really a must-do !”
90-minute classical concerts in Berlin's Köpenick Palace Aurora Hall, featuring 2026 programs from Mozart to Schubert. $33.
“La música estuvo formidable, pero las condiciones de la sala dejaban bastante que desear, ya que no tenía ninguna refrigeración y hacía un calor excesivo. Graciad”
Sunday brunch on a Bonn river cruise with kölsch specialties, Bonn views, and Cologne live music aboard Moby Dick. 3 hours.
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