When does the concert begin?

The start is on 05/22/2026 at 20:00, with an end time indicated for 22:00.

Where does the concert take place?

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

How much do the tickets cost?

According to ticket information, prices range from 20 to 34 euros.

Is the Rudolf-Oetker-Halle barrier-free?

Yes, the side entrance on Lampingstraße, an elevator, and accessible toilets are available. The tier and balcony in the large hall are not accessible for wheelchair users.

How do I get to the hall by public transport?

By city train line 4 to the stop Rudolf-Oetker-Halle or with bus lines 21, 27, 61, 62 and the night bus N1.

Are there parking facilities?

Yes, there are parking spaces nearby, including parking spaces on Lampingstraße and Melanchthonstraße.

The Great American Songbook Part II live in Bielefeld

Name: The Great American Songbook Part II
Start: 2026-05-22T22:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-05-23T00:00:00+02:00
Location: Rudolf-Oetker-Halle

An evening full of Broadway glamour at the Rudolf-Oetker-Halle

On May 22, 2026, The Great American Songbook Part II brings the great American music tradition to Bielefeld. In the Rudolf-Oetker-Halle, classical orchestral culture meets swing, jazz standards, and film music brilliance – a concert evening that makes the golden era of Broadway and Hollywood audible. The Bielefeld Philharmonic presents works by Aaron Copland, George Gershwin, Irving Berlin, Duke Ellington, and other greats of the songbook cosmos. ([bielefeld.jetzt](https://www.bielefeld.jetzt/node/1089425))

When jazz and classical speak the same language

The charm of this program lies in the stylistic friction: symphonic sound, elegant orchestration, and the buoyant pulse of swing intertwine. Even the sequence of works suggests how broad the evening is laid out – from Copland’s Appalachian Spring Suite to Gershwin’s An American in Paris and Ellington’s It Don’t Mean a Thing. This creates a concert experience that oscillates between chamber music finesse and grand stage performance. ([bielefeld.jetzt](https://www.bielefeld.jetzt/node/1089425))

The Rudolf-Oetker-Halle as a sound space

The Rudolf-Oetker-Halle is regarded as the concert hall for Bielefeld and the region. The large hall has 1,561 seats with a balcony or 941 seats without a balcony and tiers; the venue offers a four-tier stage, sound and lighting system, wardrobe, kitchen, and barrier-free access including accessible toilets. For music evenings of this kind, the hall provides the appropriate acoustics and an impressive live atmosphere. ([kulturamt-bielefeld.de](https://kulturamt-bielefeld.de/kultur-service/raeumlichkeiten/roh-grosser-saal/))

Arriving, service, and concert comfort

Access is easy via city train line 4 to Rudolf-Oetker-Halle; several bus lines also stop nearby. Parking is available for guests on Lampingstraße and Melanchthonstraße. For those requiring barrier-free access, the hall can be reached through the side entrance on Lampingstraße and accessed via elevator to the concert level. Gastronomy is also available on-site. ([kulturamt-bielefeld.de](https://kulturamt-bielefeld.de/kultur-service/raeumlichkeiten/roh-grosser-saal/))

What matters musically this evening

The evening is more than a glimpse into familiar melodies. It shows how lively the Great American Songbook sounds in symphonic form: with clever program dramaturgy, colorful sound direction, and that blend of nostalgia and energy that makes great concert evenings unforgettable. The audience can look forward to a stylish arc between classical American music, jazz history, and great entertainment art. ([bielefeld.jetzt](https://www.bielefeld.jetzt/node/1089425))

Conclusion: The Great American Songbook Part II promises a musically high-quality evening in Bielefeld with orchestral radiance, swing feeling, and Broadway flair. Anyone who loves great melodies, fine arrangements, and a festive concert evening should experience this event live. ([bielefeld.jetzt](https://www.bielefeld.jetzt/node/1089425))