Sound art
for connoisseurs and newcomers alike

The Glücksburg Concerts have been enriching cultural life on the Flensburg Fjord for more than twenty years. The Förderkreis Glücksburger Konzerte e. V. is once again presenting five top-class events in 2026. International artists and outstanding young talents perform chamber music in various formations. The concerts take place in the special atmosphere of the Church of the Resurrection in Glücksburg. Tickets are available in advance and at the box office.

Program 2026

Orchester auf Bühne aus leichter Vogelperspektive mit Dirigenten

norddeutsche sinfonietta with "... from California to the New York Island ..."

Saturday, September 19, 2026, 6:00 p.m.

In 1776, the American settlers fought to assert their independence from the British crown. However, the path to cultural independence and a distinct American musical culture still took many decades.
Music from the "New World" - on the 250th anniversary of the U.S.A. - is presented by the North German sinfonietta, tracing important musical lines of development. Influences from Europe, such as Antonín Dvořák, are recounted, as are the early ragtime sounds of Louis M. Gottschalk. The emergence of an independent musical tradition can be seen in composers such as George Gershwin and Aaron Copland. Formative works from folk, pop and jazz are also presented.
An evening full of well-known melodies and surprising moments!

Zwei junge Männer, stylisch gekleidet in Anzug vor Mauerwand eines alten Gebäudes

Duo Pianoforte piano four hands with evening program "Impression & Expression"

Sunday, October 18, 2026, 5:00 pm

In this program, sound poetry and romantic passion are closely intertwined. The first half leads into delicately crafted soundscapes by Ravel and Debussy. In delicate tones, Ravel's Ma mère l'Oye unfolds a fairy-tale world full of fairies, Chinese emperors and gardens. Debussy's Petite Suite shows the elegance of water in wonderful sounds. After the interval, Poulenc's Sonata with its disruptions and energy sets the tone for two late works by Schubert. His lyrically circling Rondo D 951 and the dramatic sound duel of the Lebensstürme unfold and show the deep expression of the classical-romantic tradition.

 

 

Zwei junge Männer, stylisch gekleidet in Anzug vor Mauerwand eines alten Gebäudes

Duo Pianoforte piano four hands with children's concert "With piano and forte through the magic realm"

Saturday, October 19, 2026, 3:00 p.m.

 

Attention children: What does a fairytale world sound like on the piano? What is hidden behind a suite, perhaps a musical castle with many rooms?
This imaginative children's concert invites the little ones in particular on a wonderful journey of sound. The focus is on two works for piano four hands: Claude Debussy's Petite Suite and Maurice Ravel's Ma mère l'Oye.Each movement tells its own story. Colors emerge in the sound. Figures emerge. Scenes unfold without words. Together we discover how Debussy's music not only makes water shimmer in tones and how fairy tales come to life through music. Small musical subtleties are revealed in the process. Sounds become narrators of the story.
Participation is expressly encouraged: listening, comparing and letting your imagination run wild are all part of the experience. Sometimes your own imagination is the deciding factor: which figure goes with which sound? And how does the story continue?
A concert to marvel at, to listen to and to immerse yourself in the world of music. It lasts about 45 minutes and is recommended for ages 6 and up. Children have free admission.

 

 

Musikalisches Avin Trio zwei Frauen und ein Mann mit Violine und Cello in Schwarz gekleidet vor geleben Wand

AVIN Trio with "Old (Un)acquaintances (ca.82 min.)"

The concert program Alte (Un)bekannte (ca.82 min.) opens up a view of the life and work of an extraordinary composer: Rebecca Clarke is one of the most influential female composers of the 20th century in Great Britain. Her chamber music oeuvre is rich, multi-layered, distinctive and powerful. Despite this, she often stood in the shadow of her male contemporaries in her day. Her piano trio marks the beginning of the evening.
It combines emotional depth with fine technical writing. Clarke asserted herself in a male-dominated musical world and developed an unmistakable musical language.
Beethoven's Ghost Trio op. 70 No. 1 follows, one of the most famous works of chamber music. It is one of the central compositions for this instrumentation. Its effect unfolds through great emotional tension, dramatic density and new musical ideas.
After the interval, the program leads to Johannes Brahms and his Piano Trio No. 2. This work is rarely performed, but opens up an intensive approach to his oeuvre. Here, Brahms combines tradition with new impulses and creates multi-layered music rich in sound.

Bilderaneinaderreihung von Mann in weißem Hemd mit Geige, Frau mit Strickjacke und Mann mit weißem Hemd vor Mauerwerk

Ensemble St. Cecilia with Christmas concert "In joyful expectation"

A festive concert for soprano, viola and piano opens up a space full of contrasts: darkness and light, expectation and arrival, silence and rejoicing. The special atmosphere of this festive time between Advent and Epiphany is reflected in the music of this concert.
Following the great success of the concert series in previous years, the Santa Cecilia Ensemble presents a sensitively curated program entitled In joyful expectation. Zsuzsa Bereznai, Semjon Kalinowsky and Konrad Kata combine works from the Baroque, Romantic and modern periods to create an atmospheric whole. Sacred arias, meditative instrumental pieces and luminous soundscapes mark the path through the Christmas season. The music ranges from quiet expectation to the festive joy of the blessed Christmas night.
The focus is on the emotional harmony of soprano, viola and piano (organ). This rare instrumentation combines warmth, depth and radiant tone colors. Compositions by Johann Sebastian Bach, Georg Friedrich Händel, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Max Reger are juxtaposed with contemporary works and pieces specially arranged for the Santa Cecilia ensemble.
The program is complemented by short Christmas carols from all over the world as well as texts, poems, stories and instrumental works. The result is a multi-layered musical finale to the year and at the same time an anticipation of a bright start to the new year.
A concert that makes the festive season tangible and palpable in all its spiritual and sonic richness.

Concert tickets

All concert tickets are available in advance, including at the Glücksburg Tourist Information Office at Schinderdam 7, and at the box office.
Or by e-mail or telephone directly from the association (including subscriptions):
info@gluecksburger-konzerte.de
Telephone: +49 (0) 4631 444 7039
It is possible to book online via Reservix.

Location

Auferstehungskirche Glücksburg
Bahnhofstrasse 11
24960 Glücksburg

Single ticket

Adults | 20,00 €
Members | 15,00 €
Students | 10,00 €
Children | for free

Season ticket

Adults | 60,00 €
Members| 45,00 €
Students | 30,00 €
Children | for free

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About the Glücksburg Concerts

The Glücksburg Concerts are an integral part of the cultural offerings on the Baltic Sea. The Förderkreis Glücksburger Konzerte e. V. has been bringing classical music to the stage of the Church of the Resurrection for over twenty years. The voluntary commitment has created a high-quality concert series that combines regional identity with international sound art. The repertoire ranges from chamber music by great masters to works by young prizewinners of the German Music Competition.
Glücksburg on the Flensburg Fjord thus becomes a place of lively music education. With three clear program lines - High Classical, National Winner Concerts and Young Classical - the series offers variety for connoisseurs and new discoverers. The concerts are aimed at music lovers from Glücksburg, Flensburg and the entire Baltic Sea region. Thanks to the combination of artistic standards, local roots and professional promotion of young talent, the Glücksburg concerts are now regarded as an exemplary model for cultural commitment in rural areas.

Außenveranstaltung vom Strandgut

Massenstart an der Seebrücke in Glücksburg

Zieleinlauf beim Fördecrossing am Glücksburger Strand