Weihnachtskonzert Lambertichor Oldenburg
Advent concert by the Lambertichor Oldenburg in the Lambertikirche with works by Saint-Saëns and John Rutter
About Weihnachtskonzert Lambertichor
The Weihnachtskonzert (Christmas Concert) by the Lambertichor Oldenburg has been a fixed Advent date in the city for years. The Lambertikirche in the heart of Oldenburg transforms into a concert hall on a weekend in December, where classical choral literature meets a Christmas program.
The program for 2026 includes works by Camille Saint-Saëns and John Rutter — a combination of French Romanticism and contemporary English choral music, performed by the Lambertichor under its direction with soloists and orchestra. The exact date will be confirmed in the autumn of 2026; traditionally, the concert takes place on one of the Advent weekends.
Lambertichor Oldenburg
The Lambertichor is the traditional concert choir of the Lambertikirche Oldenburg. With numerous major performances — from Bach's Passions and Handel's oratorios to works by contemporary composers — it is one of the most important amateur choirs in the northwest. The church music of St. Lamberti, under the overall musical direction, maintains a diverse concert program of sacred music, organ literature, and choral concerts.
Advent Program
The 2026 Christmas Concert combines two central composers of choral literature: Camille Saint-Saëns with his festive romantic work and John Rutter with his widely sung contemporary settings. This program combination appeals to a broad audience — from lovers of classical music to concertgoers seeking Advent singing.
Lambertikirche as a Concert Venue
The late Gothic-Neoclassical Lambertikirche is located in the center of Oldenburg and, with its acoustics and historic organ, is one of the most important concert venues in the region. It hosts both the weekly services of the Protestant community and the regular church music series of Lamberti Church Music. The Christmas Concert is one of its most popular events of the year.
Advent Tradition
For many Oldenburg residents, the Lambertichor's Christmas Concert is a firm part of Advent — as a musical start to the pre-Christmas season. The event is known to be well-attended, and early ticket reservation is recommended.
Weihnachtskonzert Lambertichor — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Weihnachtskonzert by the Lambertichor Oldenburg will take place in December 2026 at the Lambertikirche. The program features works by Camille Saint-Saëns and John Rutter — a combination of romantic and contemporary choral literature that has shaped the choir's Advent profile for years.
The exact date will be published by the organizer in autumn 2026; traditionally, the concert takes place on one of the Advent weekends. It will be performed in the Lambertikirche and is aimed at a broad audience wishing to experience classical choral music in a festive setting during Advent.
Program Focus Saint-Saëns / Rutter
The 2026 selection of works combines two stylistic worlds: the festive romantic oeuvre of Saint-Saëns, who with his Oratoire de Noël is one of the classic Advent composers, and the contemporary English choral literature of John Rutter with its catchy, festive settings. The performance features the Lambertichor, soloists, and an orchestral ensemble.
Lambertikirche at Advent
The Lambertikirche is festively decorated during Advent. Its acoustics and size are particularly well-suited for performances with choir and orchestra. Lamberti Church Music traditionally complements the Christmas Concert during Advent with further concerts, vespers, and organ concerts — the complete Advent calendar will be published via lamberti-kirchenmusik.de.
Programme Weihnachtskonzert Lambertichor 2026
Program 2026
The exact program for 2026 will be published by the organizer in spring/summer. The structure follows the proven cornerstones of previous years:
- Works by Camille Saint-Saëns — likely from the festive sacred repertoire
- Works by John Rutter — selection from the Christmas settings
- Performers: Lambertichor Oldenburg, soloists, orchestra
- Musical direction: Kantorat Lambertikirche
Setting
Concert in the Lambertikirche with a festive Advent atmosphere. Duration approximately 90 minutes. A program booklet with detailed work introductions will be provided on site.
Highlights Weihnachtskonzert Lambertichor 2026
- Lambertichor Oldenburg with soloists and orchestra
- Saint-Saëns / Rutter program
- Festive setting in the Lambertikirche
- Oldenburg's Advent tradition
Prices Weihnachtskonzert Lambertichor 2026
Ticket prices will be announced with the program in autumn 2026. Advance sales online and through ticket outlets in Oldenburg.
Practical information — Weihnachtskonzert Lambertichor
Date 2026
December 2026 — Date to be confirmed in autumn 2026 (traditionally on an Advent weekend).
Venue
Lambertikirche Oldenburg, Marktplatz, 26122 Oldenburg.
Tickets
Advance ticket sales and reservations via lamberti-kirchenmusik.de and the usual advance ticket outlets in Oldenburg. Tickets will be available online after the date is published.
Getting There
Oldenburg Main Station approx. 10 minutes on foot. By car: Parking garages in the city center (Schloss, Heiligengeisthöfe).
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