When does the concert start?

The concert begins on April 25, 2026, at 8:00 PM.

Where does the event take place?

At the Rudolf-Oetker-Halle, Lampingstraße 16, 33615 Bielefeld.

How long does the evening last?

According to the event information, the concert is scheduled from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

How much is the admission price?

The researched ticket price starts at 25 Euro.

Is the venue barrier-free?

Yes, the Rudolf-Oetker-Halle has barrier-free entrance and barrier-free toilets.

Are there parking options and public transport connections?

Yes, there are parking options. Travel by city railway line 4 or bus lines is also possible.

Classical Philharmonic Bonn ignites an evening full of sound colors and emotion in Bielefeld

Name: Rachmaninoff & Scheherazade – A Rapture of the Senses
Start: 2026-04-25T22:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-04-26T00:00:00+02:00
Location: Rudolf-Oetker-Halle

An evening full of sound colors in the Rudolf-Oetker-Halle

On Saturday, April 25, 2026, the Rudolf-Oetker-Halle in Bielefeld invites you to a symphony evening that promises great emotions and exquisite orchestral colors. Under the title A Rapture of the Senses, the Classical Philharmonic Bonn will bring works by Sergei Rachmaninoff, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov to the stage.

An opening like a gentle pull

The evening begins with Rachmaninoff's Vocalise in a hovering intensity. The famous wordless song unfolds that special live atmosphere where a concert hall seems suddenly still and yet breathes with tension. Especially in an acoustically appreciated venue like the Rudolf-Oetker-Halle, this orchestral color gains special depth.

Beethoven as a dialogue between pianist and orchestra

At the center is Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 4 in G major, op. 58. The soloist for the evening is Seth Schultheis, winner of the Beethoven Telekom Competition, with Raphaël Merlin conducting. The work is regarded as a masterpiece of musical dialogue: the piano opens, not the orchestra. This dramatic twist makes the concert evening an intense concert experience with significant arcs of tension and elegant orchestration.

Scheherazade reveals all her magic

After the intermission, Rimsky-Korsakov's Scheherazade unfolds a panorama of colors, rhythms, and narrative power. The symphonic poem from 1888 leads right into a world of sea, adventure, and Oriental sound poetry. Woodwinds, strings, and solos merge into a stage performance without words, but with maximum impact on the audience's mood.

Rudolf-Oetker-Halle: a traditional concert venue

The Rudolf-Oetker-Halle has belonged to the city of Bielefeld since 2018 and is regarded as an important concert hall for the region. The Great Hall offers around 1561 seats with a balcony and 941 seats without a balcony and tiers. Additionally, there are barrier-free entrance, barrier-free toilets, a wardrobe, sound and lighting systems, as well as a clearly connected public transport connection directly via the city railway line 4 and the bus stop Rudolf-Oetker-Halle.

Conclusion: A symphony evening for all who love great emotions

A Rapture of the Senses combines romantic intimacy, classical form power, and colorful symphonic poetry into a concert evening with strong captivating effects. Those wishing to connect Bielefeld in spring with a special classical experience will enjoy an evening full of musical precision, emotion, and atmosphere. A date for all who want to not only hear but feel live music.