Louis Philippson brings a breath of fresh air into classical music - concert in Hamburg!

Louis Philippson brings a breath of fresh air into classical music - concert in Hamburg!

The countdown has begun: On November 2, 2025, the young pianist Louis Philippson will give a concert at the Congress Center Hamburg that presents the world of classical music from a fresh perspective. Under the motto “Classical music for everyone”, Philippson wants to appeal to a wide audience, whether beginner or experienced listener. The event promises to offer romantic piano pieces and modern arrangements that will give listeners an unforgettable sound experience. What is particularly interesting is that NDR Kultur is giving away two tickets for the concert, with the deadline for participation ending on October 26, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. The raffle is a great opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of classical music without having to dig deep into your pockets.

And that's not all! Philippson, who caused a stir on “Jugend musiziert” four years ago, has had a remarkable career. Today he has not only found his own musical identity, but also has almost 800,000 followers on social media. He has built up this following through his cool vlogs, humorous posts and gripping piano interpretations, which make classical music accessible to young and old. He continues to receive great response from his fans, not least through his creative use of platforms such as TikTok and Instagram. His videos, which often show entertaining challenges and impart knowledge in a relaxed manner, inspire over 65 million people.

From the beginning to the tour

But Philippson's success is no coincidence. He began taking piano lessons as a child and was discovered early on by his professor as a talent. After studying at the renowned Robert Schumann University in Düsseldorf, numerous performances and participation in 22 national and international piano competitions followed. In addition, he worked diligently on his music studies and is now also studying international economics.

Philippson has not only demonstrated his skills as a pianist, but also as a presenter for Toggo and ZDF. His debut album “Exposition”, which he released in February 2025, was very popular and made it into the official classical charts and the top 30 of the German download charts. Next autumn he and his ensemble will go on the “Classic for All” tour, which will also stop in cities such as Ludwigshafen, Hanover and Bremen.

The popularity of young artists like Louis Philippson shows how important new forms of communication have become in classical music. The Corona pandemic has prompted many musicians to discover social media as a new channel to bring their music to a wider audience. A survey by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra suggests that 84% of respondents can now imagine attending classical concerts and 54% describe themselves as new classical fans. Phenomena like Philippson help to reduce fear of contact and convey the fun of classical music.

The trend of consuming classical music via social media not only impacts artists, but also large concert halls, which are increasingly benefiting from a younger audience. Philippson's combination of knowledge and entertainment is the key to modernizing the classic genre and making it attractive to the next generation. It remains exciting to see how this development will unfold in the music landscape.

Anyone who wants to see Louis Philippson's talent for themselves should attend the concert in Hamburg - an event that will certainly be remembered by many.