Concert Tips Curious about Classical Music?

Here you’ll find concerts that are perfect to start with – accessible, grand, and full of emotion.

Classical music can sometimes feel like a whole new world – but it’s open to everyone. We’ve selected concerts that are perfect for anyone who wants to begin discovering classical music at the Gothenburg Concert Hall.

Concerts to Discover
Violinist Ava Bahari. Foto taget från sidan av scenen medan hon spelar på sitt instrument.
Beethoven with Ava Bahari
6 Sep 18.00

Gothenburg’s own violin star Ava Bahari is back, presenting a heartfelt and engaging programme together with pianist Nathanaël Gouin. Among other works, we hear Beethoven’s challenging Kreutzer Sonata.

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En man i jeansskjorta sitter vid en flygel. Han tittar in i kameran och ler.
Prokofiev with Peter Jablonski
16 Sep 19.00

Star pianist Peter Jablonski returns for a guest performance with the Gothenburg Symphony. This time, one of Prokofiev’s most demanding and playful piano concertos is in his brilliant hands. Beethoven's Eroica concludes.

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Ett bord fyllt av instrument
Relaxed Performance
19 Sep 13.00

Attend a concert with musicians from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, where all are welcome to listen to the music their own way. There is space here for all ages, temperaments and functional variations. Simply put: a concert with a little more freedom.

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En illustrativ bild där två barn flyger i rymden. På marken står en orgel.
Family Concert: Together in Space
3 Oct 15.00

Let’s go to outer space! At this concert, we hear famous space music such as Holst’s The Planets, sounds from NASA’s archives, and voices from poetry. A journey with musicians from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, whose sounds echo out into the Milky Way. From age 6.

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En man med gråsprängt hår och frack som dirigerar med taktpinne. Bakom syns ett guldglimmer.
Hasselblad Concert: The Seasons in New Colours
8 Oct 19.00

Hear a new take on Vivaldi’s energetic Seasons, and Schumann’s imaginative Piano Concerto. Conductor Kent Nagano returns to the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra to celebrate the winner of the 2026 Hasselblad Award - Zanele Muholi. Soloist is Rudolf Buchbinder.

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En illustration av ett barn som står på marken under en sol. Från solen strålar instrument.
Family Concert: In Search of Sunshine
7 Nov 13.00

A mystery about everyday joys – the light that takes you from one day to the next. With the help of a string quartet from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra and Beethoven, we will go in search of the light that has disappeared. From age 6.

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En kvinna med svart långt hår och en svart cape håller i en fiol.
Beethoven Violin Concerto
12 Nov 19.00

Experience two moving, boldly vibrant masterpieces: Beethoven’s Violin Concerto and Pictures at an Exhibition. Japanese violinist Akiko Suwanai is back with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra in the company of conductor Kahchun Wong.

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En finklädd sminkad kvinna sitter i en hukad yogaposition och blundar. Det ligger ett horn bredvid henne.
Yoga Concert: Warmth
22 Nov 10.00

At this yoga concert, you get to practice gentle and organic movement. We are led by the music, from outer movements to inner glow, with rest accompanied by cellos from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra. A moment to melt and breathe.

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En brassensemble med både kvinnor och män står finklädda i en trappa. Bilden pryds av röda julband.
Christmas celebration
27 Nov 18.00

Christmas begins at Gothenburg Concert Hall. Hear new and old Christmas tunes as the Gothenburg Symphony brass ensemble, choirs and soloists present dazzling music for a winter evening. Tomas von Brömssen is our host.

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Tre barn sitter i blåa konsertstolar och tittar in i kameran och ler. Det ena barnet håller en nalle i armarna.
Christmas Baby Concert
28 Nov 13.00

A festive concert for you and your baby. Classical music is adapted for the very youngest at this concert. Sing along, dance and enjoy, with musicians from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra. Ages 6 months to 2 years.

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Family Concert: Children’s Christmas Celebration
28 Nov 15.00

Bring the whole family and enjoy a cosy, starlit evening of the most beautiful Christmas music! A festive concert for all ages with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra’s brass ensemble, Tomas von Brömssen, choirs and soloists. From age 6.

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Vikingur sitter och lutar sig mot ett piano
Víkingur Ólafsson and Herbert Blomstedt
10 Dec 19.00

The incredibly popular Víkingur Ólafsson is back with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, this time with maestro Herbert Blomstedt. Experience a unique evening with Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 24 and Brahms’ Symphony No. 4.

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Juan Zurutuza står bakom en flygel och tittar in i kameran.
Big feelings from Schumann & Beach
31 Jan 18.00

With a light and careful approach, musicians from the Gothenburg Symphony present an emotional chamber music concert. Music from two female pioneers becomes an intimate conversation between the piano and strings.

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Ett bord fyllt av instrument
Relaxed Performance
6 Feb 13.00

Attend a concert with musicians from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, where all are welcome to listen to the music their own way. There is space here for all ages, temperaments and functional variations. Simply put: a concert with a little more freedom.

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En finklädd sminkad kvinna sitter i en hukad yogaposition och blundar. Det ligger ett horn bredvid henne.
Family Yoga: Together
21 Feb 11.00

Welcome to a yoga concert for children and adults! Through simple movements, curious presence and quiet moments, we will move, breathe, and rest side by side. With musicians from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra. From age 8.

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Music from the salons of Paris
18 Apr 18.00

Follow along to La Belle Époque – the good life in Paris around the turn of the 19th century. Hear music from the lovely salons and dream away of this bygone era, with musicians from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra.

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Tre glada små barn i åldern 1-2 år sitter som publik i Stenhammarsalens blå stolar.
Baby Concert
8 May 14.00

A family concert for you and your baby, with classical music suitable for the very youngest audience members. Sing along, dance and enjoy, with musicians from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra. Ages 6 months to 2 years.

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Kvinna står i folkdräkt vid vatten och spelar violin. Grönskande träd i bakgrunden.
National Day Concert 2027
6 Jun 14.00

The Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra join together in the lush Slottsskogen with conductor and violinist Pekka Kuusisto. A tradition that gathers tens of thousands for relaxation, community and a sing-along.

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Discover music your way

At the Concert Hall, there are musical experiences for everyone – from grand classics and beloved soloists to unexpected musical surprises. Here, we’ve gathered our best tips to help you find the music that suits you.

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