variety of sounds: Engelbert Humperdinck music festival in Siegburg

Siegburg-37th Engelbert Humperdinck Music Festival

from May 03 to June 29, 2023, the 37th Engelbert Humperdinck Music Festival takes place in Siegburg. This annually recurring event has developed into a highlight for music lovers over the years and offers a varied program that covers tastes from classical to jazz and rock n 'roll.

The variety of the music festival is remarkable. Originally only designed for classical music, the festival has now developed into a platform that presents various music styles. The aim is to promote not only established artists, but also emerging talents from the region. In a total of 13 events, musicians from different generations come together to offer the audience an impressive concert experience.

The opening evening is designed by Eric Steffens, the solo bassist of the South Westphalia Philharmonic, who places a special focus on double bass and piano. The final concert on June 29 also promises to become a highlight when "The Concert Big Band" enters the stage. Here a musical journey through the big band era is offered, enriched by compositions of renowned contemporary musicians.

Significant highlights of the festival are also the concert of the victory ensemble with Humperdincks piano quintet and Schubert's trout quintet, as well as the appearance of the Chorus Novus Siegburg, who is enthusiastic with the Carmina Burana of Carl Orff and Humperdincks Moorish Rhapsody. These performances promise to keep the legacy of Engelbert Humperdinck alive and at the same time set new musical impulses.

Overall, the Engelbert Humperdinck music festival in Siegburg shows how diverse and dynamic the music scene is. The combination of experienced musicians and young talents not only gives the festival a family, but also a future -oriented note. It is an important event that attracts both local and national visitors.