Gezeitenkonzerte in Emden 2026

Classical Festival with Site Sensitivity

The Gezeitenkonzerte have been organized for years by the Ostfriesische Landschaft, the cultural institution of the region. The festival name 'Gezeiten' (tides) refers to East Frisia's maritime connection and the concept of a recurring festival organized in the rhythm of the seasons. Performances take place at historic venues: Romanesque churches, North German castles, old mills, monasteries, and manor houses. These settings significantly shape the concert experience.

Artistic Quality

Programmatically, the festival ranges from the Renaissance to the present day, with a focus on chamber music, song recitals, Baroque music, and smaller orchestral ensembles. Renowned soloists, established chamber ensembles, and international guest orchestras are invited. The artistic quality of the performances is recognized beyond the region, making the festival a firm fixture on the North German classical scene.

Emden Date June 28, 2026

The Emden date on June 28, 2026, features a concert with Sabine Hermann and the Nordwest Bigband. The organizer of this specific concert is Kulturevents Emden, integrated into the Gezeitenkonzerte festival calendar. The exact venue and program will be announced on the websites gezeitenkonzerte.ostfriesischelandschaft.de and kulturevents-emden.de.

Festival Framework June to September

The entire festival runs from June to September 2026 with numerous concerts at various venues in East Frisia. Tickets are available through the official festival ticketing system. Program booklets with all concert dates, venues, and artist information will be published in spring 2026.