When does the concert start?

The concert begins on April 12, 2026, at 5:00 PM.

Where does the event take place?

In the Rudolf-Oetker-Halle in Bielefeld, Lampingstraße 16, 33615 Bielefeld.

What is the ticket price?

Tickets start at 33.50 euros in price category 1.

Which artists will perform?

On stage will be the Federal Youth Orchestra, the Federal Jazz Orchestra, and the singer Malika Tirolien, under the direction of Jonathan Stockhammer.

Is the venue accessible for disabled people?

Yes, the Rudolf-Oetker-Halle offers a barrier-free entrance, accessible restrooms, and wheelchair-friendly access to the halls.

How is the best way to get there?

The Rudolf-Oetker-Halle is well accessible by tram line 4 as well as bus lines 21, 61, and 62; parking opportunities are available nearby.

Classical meets jazz: Bielefeld experiences a powerful evening full of youthful sound magic

Name: Federal Youth Orchestra & Federal Jazz Orchestra
Start: 2026-04-12T19:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-04-12T21:10:00+02:00
Location: Rudolf-Oetker-Halle

When classical meets jazz: An extraordinary concert evening in the Rudolf-Oetker-Halle

On April 12, 2026, two top ensembles of German musical youth will unite in Bielefeld for a concert that not only explores boundaries but elegantly overcomes them. The Federal Youth Orchestra and the Federal Jazz Orchestra will bring a night to the stage at the Rudolf-Oetker-Halle that combines symphonic precision, swinging energy, and captivating live atmosphere.

A program between symphony and big band splendor

Under the title Swing Symphonies: Bernstein to Marsalis, a repertoire unfolds that puts jazz and classical music in direct dialogue. The program includes works by Wynton Marsalis, Darius Milhaud, Sofia Gubaidulina, Duke Ellington, and Leonard Bernstein, among others. The evening is complemented by a new suite by Libor Šima and the voice of Malika Tirolien, whose expressiveness adds extra color and emotional depth to the program.

Youthful virtuosity on a grand stage

The Federal Youth Orchestra is considered Germany's youngest elite orchestra and has represented the path of talented young musicians into the professional orchestral world since 1969. The Federal Jazz Orchestra is the national youth jazz orchestra and has been regarded for decades as a talent forge of German jazz. When both ensembles perform together, a concert experience arises that thrives on precise conducting, finely balanced sound, and enormous stage presence.

A hall with sound power and atmosphere

The Rudolf-Oetker-Halle provides the suitable framework. The Great Hall is known for its clear acoustics, barrier-free access, and concert atmosphere. With space for 1561 visitors and a gallery, the venue is one of the most important stages in the region. Public transport connections, parking opportunities, and a barrier-free entrance on Lampingstraße make getting there easy and the visit comfortable.

A concert for open ears

This program is aimed at all who are carried away by musical curiosity. Here orchestral might, jazzy improvisation, and the special tension of a meeting between generations, styles, and sound colors merge. Anyone who wants to experience how lively a concert between classical and jazz can sound today should mark this date.

Conclusion: The Federal Youth Orchestra and the Federal Jazz Orchestra promise an evening full of energy, sophistication, and musical surprises in Bielefeld. Live at the Rudolf-Oetker-Halle, a concert experience emerges that resonates long after.