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November
A star encounter with Canellakis & Hadelich
Highly in-demand conductor Karina Canellakis performs with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra with star violinist Augustin Hadelich. Hear Bartók’s intense Violin Concerto and Shostakovich’s masterful final symphony.
Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra plays in Vara Konserthus
Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra plays in Vara Konserthus together with conductor Karina Canellakis and violinist Augustin Hadelich.
Yoga Concert: Warmth
At this yoga concert, you get to practice gentle and organic movement. We are led by the music, from outer movements to inner glow, with rest accompanied by cellos from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra. A moment to melt and breathe.
Piano magic with Christian Zacharias
Baroque gems and French esprit as Christian Zacharias presents a solo programme for piano. The music of Haydn and Schubert contain playfulness, depth and lyrical beauty.
Volvo Event: Christmas celebration
Christmas begins at Gothenburg Concert Hall. Hear new and old Christmas carols in this special Volvo event where the Gothenburg Symphony brass ensemble, choirs and soloists present dazzling music. With Viktoria Tolstoy and Tomas von Brömssen.
Christmas celebration
Christmas begins at Gothenburg Concert Hall. Hear new and old Christmas tunes as the Gothenburg Symphony brass ensemble, choirs and soloists present dazzling music for a winter evening. With Viktoria Tolstoy and Tomas von Brömssen.
Christmas Baby Concert
A festive concert for you and your baby. Classical music is adapted for the very youngest at this concert. Sing along, dance and enjoy, with musicians from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra. Ages 6 months to 2 years.
Family Concert: Children’s Christmas Celebration
Bring the whole family and enjoy a cosy, starlit evening of the most beautiful Christmas music! A festive concert for all ages with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra’s brass ensemble, Viktoria Tolstoy, Tomas von Brömssen and choirs. From age 6.
Christmas celebration
Christmas begins at Gothenburg Concert Hall. Hear new and old Christmas tunes as the Gothenburg Symphony brass ensemble, choirs and soloists present dazzling music for a winter evening. With Viktoria Tolstoy and Tomas von Brömssen.
December
The Gothenburg Sound
From underground to world-class orchestral sound. The Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra takes on the death metal that has put Gothenburg on the rock map forever. Hear iconic songs from At The Gates, Dark Tranquillity and In Flames in a symphonic take.
The Gothenburg Sound
From underground to world-class orchestral sound. The Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra takes on the death metal that has put Gothenburg on the rock map forever. Hear iconic songs from At The Gates, Dark Tranquillity and In Flames in a symphonic take.
Coffee Music
Coffee, sandwich and sweet chamber music with musicians and singers from the Gothenburg Symphony. A collaboration with the Friends of the Gothenburg Symphony.
The Gothenburg Sound
From underground to world-class orchestral sound. The Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra takes on the death metal that has put Gothenburg on the rock map forever. Hear iconic songs from At The Gates, Dark Tranquillity and In Flames in a symphonic take.
Mozart & Beethoven up close
Hear Mozart’s effervescent Oboe Quartet and dramatic string trios from Beethoven. Musicians from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra present chamber music that moves from tight clarity to expansive romance.
Víkingur Ólafsson and Herbert Blomstedt
The incredibly popular Víkingur Ólafsson is back with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, this time with maestro Herbert Blomstedt. Experience a unique evening with Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 24 and Brahms’ Symphony No. 4.
Víkingur Ólafsson and Herbert Blomstedt
The incredibly popular Víkingur Ólafsson is back with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, this time with maestro Herbert Blomstedt. Experience a unique evening with Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 24 and Brahms’ Symphony No. 4.
Ein deutsches Requiem
Brahms’s magnificent choral work reminds us of what Christmas may be most deeply about: hope, humanity and togetherness. Featuring the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, soprano Christina Nilsson, baritone Christoph Pohl and conductor Marie Jacquot.
Ein deutsches Requiem
Brahms’s magnificent choral work reminds us of what Christmas may be most deeply about: hope, humanity and togetherness. Featuring the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, soprano Christina Nilsson, baritone Christoph Pohl and conductor Marie Jacquot.
January
Polstjärnepriset Award 2027
An exciting afternoon at Gothenburg Concert Hall as four finalists compete for first place in the Polstjärnepriset Nordic Edition. The competing soloists who perform with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra are 14–18 years of age.
Orphei Drängar sing Sibelius
Hear the fateful Kullervo – music filled with power, choral sounds and mystery. The magnificent male choir Orphei Drängar sing, and Santtu-Matias Rouvali leads the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra in Sibelius’ spectacular symphonic poem.
Electric guitar through fire & water
A world premiere by composer Ming Tsao that gives off sparks! The electric guitar is in focus, backed by the entire Gothenburg Symphony. Conductor Brad Lubman also hands us Stravinsky’s famous suite from The Firebird and music from Star Wars.
Electric guitar through fire & water
A world premiere by composer Ming Tsao that gives off sparks! The electric guitar is in focus, backed by the entire Gothenburg Symphony. Conductor Brad Lubman also hands us Stravinsky’s famous suite from The Firebird and music from Star Wars.
School Concert: Pippi Longstocking at the Concert Hall
It’s time for Astrid Lindgren’s Pippi Longstocking to visit the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra! Pippi meets a real conductor and goes on a scavenger hunt among all the instruments. And can she get an entire orchestra to fall asleep? For ages 6–9.
School Concert: Pippi Longstocking at the Concert Hall
It’s time for Astrid Lindgren’s Pippi Longstocking to visit the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra! Pippi meets a real conductor and goes on a scavenger hunt among all the instruments. And can she get an entire orchestra to fall asleep? For ages 6–9.
School Concert: Pippi Longstocking at the Concert Hall
It’s time for Astrid Lindgren’s Pippi Longstocking to visit the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra! Pippi meets a real conductor and goes on a scavenger hunt among all the instruments. And can she get an entire orchestra to fall asleep? For ages 6–9.
School Concert: Pippi Longstocking at the Concert Hall
It’s time for Astrid Lindgren’s Pippi Longstocking to visit the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra! Pippi meets a real conductor and goes on a scavenger hunt among all the instruments. And can she get an entire orchestra to fall asleep? For ages 6–9.
School Concert: Pippi Longstocking at the Concert Hall
It’s time for Astrid Lindgren’s Pippi Longstocking to visit the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra! Pippi meets a real conductor and goes on a scavenger hunt among all the instruments. And can she get an entire orchestra to fall asleep? For ages 6–9.
School Concert: Pippi Longstocking at the Concert Hall
It’s time for Astrid Lindgren’s Pippi Longstocking to visit the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra! Pippi meets a real conductor and goes on a scavenger hunt among all the instruments. And can she get an entire orchestra to fall asleep? For ages 6–9.
School Concert: Pippi Longstocking at the Concert Hall
It’s time for Astrid Lindgren’s Pippi Longstocking to visit the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra! Pippi meets a real conductor and goes on a scavenger hunt among all the instruments. And can she get an entire orchestra to fall asleep? For ages 6–9.
School Concert: Pippi Longstocking at the Concert Hall
It’s time for Astrid Lindgren’s Pippi Longstocking to visit the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra! Pippi meets a real conductor and goes on a scavenger hunt among all the instruments. And can she get an entire orchestra to fall asleep? For ages 6–9.
Family Concert: Pippi Longstocking at the Concert Hall
It’s time for Astrid Lindgren’s Pippi Longstocking to visit the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra! Pippi meets a real conductor and goes on a scavenger hunt among all the instruments. And can she get an entire orchestra to fall asleep? From age 6.
Big feelings from Schumann & Beach
With a light and careful approach, musicians from the Gothenburg Symphony present an emotional chamber music concert. Music from two female pioneers becomes an intimate conversation between the piano and strings.
February
Göteborgs Symfoniker gästar Vara Konserthus
Göteborgs Symfoniker gästar Vara Konserthus tillsammans med klarinettist Martin Fröst och dirigent Cornelius Meister.
School concert: Relaxed Performance
Attend a concert with musicians from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, where all are welcome to listen to the music their own way. There is space here for all ages, temperaments and functional variations. Simply put: a concert with a little more freedom.
Relaxed Performance
Attend a concert with musicians from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, where all are welcome to listen to the music their own way. There is space here for all ages, temperaments and functional variations. Simply put: a concert with a little more freedom.
Pekka Kuusisto in Sibelius Violin Concert
Explosiveness, tempo and rest as Pekka Kuusisto plays and conducts Sibelius’ Violin Concerto with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra. In Kuusisto’s hands, the music is born anew.
Pekka Kuusisto in Sibelius Violin Concert
Explosiveness, tempo and rest as Pekka Kuusisto plays and conducts Sibelius’ Violin Concerto with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra. In Kuusisto’s hands, the music is born anew.
Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra plays in Örebro
Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra on tour with conductor Pekka Kuusisto.
Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra plays in Dublin
Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra on tour with conductor Pekka Kuusisto.
Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra plays in Amsterdam
Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra on tour with conductor Pekka Kuusisto.
Family Yoga: Together
Welcome to a yoga concert for children and adults! Through simple movements, curious presence and quiet moments, we will move, breathe, and rest side by side. With musicians from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra. From age 8.
Shimmering Horn Concerto by Helen Grime
High intensity and cinematic tones prevail as Alec Frank-Gemmill plays a fresh horn concerto by Helen Grime, together with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra. Korngold’s symphony is gentle and moving under the baton of Eun Sun Kim.
Baby Rhythmics
A playful, creative activity for you and your baby. Well-known melodies and rhymes are alternated with new acquaintances from classical music. Ages: 6-18 months.
Baby Rhythmics
A playful, creative activity for you and your baby. Well-known melodies and rhymes are alternated with new acquaintances from classical music. Ages: 6-18 months.
Shimmering Horn Concerto by Helen Grime
High intensity and cinematic tones prevail as Alec Frank-Gemmill plays a fresh horn concerto by Helen Grime, together with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra. Korngold’s symphony is gentle and moving under the baton of Eun Sun Kim.
Coffee Music
Coffee, sandwich and sweet chamber music with musicians and singers from the Gothenburg Symphony. A collaboration with the Friends of the Gothenburg Symphony.
March
Classical After Work: La voix humaine
Stop by after work for music, mingling and drinks from the bar. The Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra and Barbara Hannigan present the gripping one-act opera about the last conversation between two lovers.
La voix humaine & Metamorphosen
Experience Barbara Hannigan as soprano and conductor in Poulenc’s renowned one-act opera. Hear the gripping performance about the last conversation between two lovers. As starter Strauss’ Metamorphosen.
Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra plays in Oslo Opera House
Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra plays in Oslo Operahus together with first guest conductor Barbara Hannigan.
To the Light with Mendelssohn and Fauré
Barbara Hannigan gathers the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, choir and soloists in a concert that ushers towards lighter times. Hear Mendelssohn’s peaceful journey across the sea, and Fauré’s beloved Requiem.
To the Light with Mendelssohn and Fauré
Barbara Hannigan gathers the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, choir and soloists in a concert that ushers towards lighter times. Hear Mendelssohn’s peaceful journey across the sea, and Fauré’s beloved Requiem.
School Concert: All I ask for
Is it possible to put into words what it feels like to be young? The success featuring Pershenk Ahmed, Vic Vem, pianist Fabian Kallerdahl and musicians from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra is back. Hear Gothenburg poetry in a mix of rap and eternal music. For ages 13–18.
School Concert: All I ask for
Is it possible to put into words what it feels like to be young? The success featuring Pershenk Ahmed, Vic Vem, pianist Fabian Kallerdahl and musicians from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra is back. Hear Gothenburg poetry in a mix of rap and eternal music. For ages 13–18.
Spring Concert with Heyward & Hardenberger
Hear light conquer darkness as world-renowned trumpet player Håkan Hardenberger returns to perform with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra. He is accompanied by Jonathon Heyward, rising star from Baltimore, who leads the orchestra in Shostakovich’s gripping Symphony No. 7.
Spring Concert with Heyward & Hardenberger
Hear light conquer darkness as world-renowned trumpet player Håkan Hardenberger returns to perform with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra. He is accompanied by Jonathon Heyward, rising star from Baltimore, who leads the orchestra in Shostakovich’s gripping Symphony No. 7.
Baby Rhythmics
A playful, creative activity for you and your baby. Well-known melodies and rhymes are alternated with new acquaintances from classical music. Ages: 6-18 months.
Baby Rhythmics
A playful, creative activity for you and your baby. Well-known melodies and rhymes are alternated with new acquaintances from classical music. Ages: 6-18 months.
Classical After Work: Pettersson’s 7th
Come as you are to a classical after-work evening of music, mingling and drinks from the bar. Experience the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra in a Swedish classic. Allan Pettersson composed Symphony No. 7 based on his own life.
April
Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra & Bruce Liu
The Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra and conductor Ryan Bancroft return for a guest performance in Gothenburg with a temperamental and varied programme. Hear soloist Bruce Liu perform Paganini variations on piano.
Coffee Music
Coffee, sandwich and sweet chamber music with musicians and singers from the Gothenburg Symphony. A collaboration with the Friends of the Gothenburg Symphony.