Classical music-making in the shadow of the Bach monument, under the eye of our most famous cantor, has a long tradition against the magnificent backdrop of his long-standing place of work. The first open-air summer concert took place here over 40 years ago, originally conceived as a cultural offering to bridge the summer break in Leipzig's established venues.
The success of the previous year will continue in 2024: The concerts under the new organizer Robert Herrmann had become more international; this year, too, soulful songs from Lithuania, from Norway; accompanied by catchy chansons from the 1920s. Of course, Johann Sebastian Bach is included in the program, as well as an evening with the optimistic title "Sounds of Hope".
What has remained is what has made the series essential since its launch: exceptional compositions, well-known performers, popular melodies - combined with the distinctive flair of the historic Thomaskirchhof. Every Monday from July 1 to August 26. Let yourself be enchanted!
Yours, Burkhard Jung
Lord Mayor of the City of Leipzig
Dear audience from near and far, welcome back to the Bach Memorial!
For the 43rd time, 9 concerts are accompanying the assemblage in July and August. A culturally interesting program full of rich diversity and " right" variety. There is a contemporary encounter with the works of the honored Johann Sebastian Bach, music from northern Europe such as Lithuania and Norway, chansons from the 1920s, oriental jazz, Mahler's 2nd symphony, a philharmonic choir, a duo of Leipzig's most enthusiastic musicians and the Sounds of Hope.
Sounds of Hope is an excellent motto, because in difficult times with great challenges, hope, optimism, and unity are of great importance. Music is an ideal ally here, making an impact when experienced together.
Special thanks to the support of the City of Leipzig, the Thomaskirche Leipzig and our sponsors, who are once again making it possible for you to experience the concerts at the Bach Monument in summertime Leipzig.
Admission is again free; donations are kindly requested after the concert.
Robert Herrmann - Organization Concerts at the Bach Memorial
Aistė Orinaitė - Organizational collaboration
The concerts at the Bach Monument have been a special hallmark of Leipzig as a city of music since their founding in 1979. With their diversity and freshness, they are an expression of a lively musical culture. In 1994, the Leipzig city administration asked me to organise the concert series.
Because of my retirement, I wanted to find a successor last year. I found a very suitable candidate a pianist and project manager Robert Herrmann from Leipzig.
The joy of being alive that music can convey should continue to be experienced by many people without any admission charge. I wish the guests and participants from near and far an entertaining and enjoyable time full of musical pleasures this year and beyond.
With best regards
Peter Zimmer ✝
