When does the 2nd Mannheim Palace Concert take place?

The concert will take place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 7:00 PM.

Where is the concert held?

The venue is the Knight's Hall at Mannheim Palace, Bismarckstraße, 68161 Mannheim.

When does the concert introduction begin?

The concert introduction begins on the day of the concert at 6:15 PM in the Knight's Hall.

How much do the tickets cost?

Tickets are available from 35 Euros. Students, pupils, and scholars up to and including 27 years can purchase discounted tickets for 15 Euros at the box office.

What works are on the program?

The program features works by Gioachino Rossini, Carl Maria von Weber, Giacomo Meyerbeer, and Giuseppe Verdi.

Who is conducting the concert?

Paul Meyer will take over the musical direction and will also perform as a clarinetist.

Kurpfälzisches Kammerorchester Mannheim 2026

Name: Kurpfälzisches Kammerorchester: 2nd Mannheim Palace Concert
Start: 2026-10-24T19:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-24T21:00:00+02:00
Location: Rittersaal, Schloss Mannheim

Baroque Sound Splendor in the Knight's Hall: The 2nd Mannheim Palace Concert

On Saturday, October 24, 2026, the Kurpfälzisches Kammerorchester transforms the Knight's Hall of Mannheim Palace into a resonance chamber for the multifaceted chamber music of the 19th century. Under the direction and with the clarinet of Paul Meyer, virtuosic string passages, expressive woodwind colors, and the special acoustics of the historic palace come together.

A concert evening between elegance and musical tension

The program combines Gioachino Rossini's String Sonata No. 2 in A major with Carl Maria von Weber's Clarinet Quintet in B major op. 34, Giacomo Meyerbeer's Clarinet Quintet in E flat major, and Giuseppe Verdi's String Quartet in E minor. The works showcase chamber music as an immediate dialogue: Each voice emerges clearly, responds to the other instruments, and fits into a precise orchestral overall balance.

Paul Meyer as soloist and musical director

Paul Meyer combines his role as clarinetist with musical direction this evening. Since the 2019/20 season, he has been the Chief Conductor of the Kurpfälzisches Kammerorchester. The internationally sought-after musician has worked with renowned ensembles such as the Orchestre de Chambre de Paris, the Scottish Chamber Orchestra, and the Munich Chamber Orchestra. In 2012, he was awarded the Commandeur de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French State.

Rossini, Weber, Meyerbeer, and Verdi in a historical setting

Rossini's String Sonata opens the evening with classical lightness and buoyant movement. In Weber's Clarinet Quintet, the clarinet takes center stage with lyrical lines, virtuoso passages, and finely tuned ensemble synchronization. Meyerbeer's Clarinet Quintet adds romantic depth to the soundscape before Verdi's E minor String Quartet concludes the concert evening with concentrated dramatic tension. Especially intriguing is the view of Verdi beyond the opera stage: The work opens an immediate perspective on his instrumental creations.

Concert introduction and live atmosphere

The concert introduction starts at 6:15 PM, offering an informed preparation on composers, works, and musical contexts. In the Knight's Hall, historical architecture, warm string colors, and the precise stage performance of the ensemble come together. This creates a concert experience that combines musical expertise and an intense audience atmosphere.

Conclusion: Experience classical music live in Mannheim Palace

The 2nd Mannheim Palace Concert leads from Rossini's classical elegance through Weber's and Meyerbeer's clarinet artistry to Verdi's chamber music drama. Those wishing to experience the sound language of the 19th century in a concentrated, immediate form will find an extraordinary concert evening in the Knight's Hall. Tickets are available from 35 euros.