NDR Radiophilharmonie delights with Beethoven and Mendelssohn in Wolfsburg!

NDR Radiophilharmonie delights with Beethoven and Mendelssohn in Wolfsburg!

The anticipation for the upcoming concert in the Scharoun Theater in Wolfsburg is great! The NDR Radio Philharmonic will perform on November 2nd, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. and has prepared an impressive program. Concertgoers can look forward to Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 4 in G major, Op. 58, which will be performed by the renowned pianist Ronald Brautigam. Also on the program is Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 3 in A minor, Op. 56, also known as the “Scottish”.

The afternoon's conductor, Pawel Kapula, is a rising talent at 33 years old. He leads the NDR Radiophilharmonie through the concert and at the same time works on a CD project with the Prague Philharmonic Orchestra, which deals exclusively with Beethoven's piano concertos. Brautigam, described as a “control freak,” emphasizes that Beethoven’s works require precise notation. The November 2nd concert is a recording from October 3rd, 2025 and promises to provide a poignant musical afternoon.

Beethoven's important role in music history

This evening is not just a simple concert visit, but an immersion into the world of Ludwig van Beethoven, one of the most outstanding composers in music history. Born in Bonn in 1770, Beethoven is considered a key figure in the transition from classical to romantic music. His musical career began early, characterized by strict training by his father and the composer Christian Gottlob Neefe.

Beethoven's work can be roughly divided into three periods: Well, there is the early phase up to 1802, in which he shaped his style and developed composition techniques. The middle period, which runs from 1802 to 1812, is known for his “heroic” works, although it was overshadowed by his onset of hearing loss. Finally came the late phase from 1812 until his death in 1827, in which he further expanded his innovative strength in musical form and expression. Despite or perhaps because of his deaf phases, Beethoven created masterpieces that are still admired today.

Mendelssohn's inspiration and musical influences

Mendelssohn's “Scottish” Symphony, which was written during his stay in Edinburgh, expresses another facet of musical history. The artist, who flourished after Beethoven's death, combines the classical structure of his role models with romantic elements and a dramatic expression. Kapula himself emphasizes the successful mixture of Mozartian classical music and the emotional drama that makes Mendelssohn's work so unique.

The NDR Radiophilharmonie is a true chameleon in the field of classical music, from the “Hannover Proms” to chamber music. The concert brings a varied program that will delight lovers of both Beethoven and Mendelssohn. You can look forward to an impressive afternoon that combines two of the greatest masterpieces of classical music. A visit to Wolfsburg is more than just a concert, it is an experience for the senses!