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Season 2025-2026 Let the music take centre stage – concert by concert

Music knows no bounds. It opens doors to new worlds, and allows us to feel more than we ever thought possible. Here, you decide when you want to let the concert magic take centre stage in your life.

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Pick what attracts and inspires you season 2025-2026! And do not forget to take a look at our affordable subscriptions.

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Christmas Celebration
5 Dec 18.00

Christmas begins at Gothenburg Concert Hall! The Gothenburg Symphony brass ensemble, choir and soloists present dazzling music for a winter evening together with Peter Apelgren and Anna Mannheimer.

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Family concert: Children’s Christmas Celebration
6 Dec 15.00

A cosy, starlit evening of the most beautiful Christmas music! Bring the whole family for a festive concert featuring the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra’s brass ensemble, choirs and soloists.

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Concert booked by Volvo: Christmas Celebration
6 Dec 18.00

Christmas begins at Gothenburg Concert Hall! Hear new and old Christmas carols, and don’t be surprised if we all get to join in to sing some songs together. The Gothenburg Symphony brass ensemble, choir and soloists present dazzling music for a winter evening.

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Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra plays in Vara Konserthus
7 Dec 15.00

The brass ensemble of Gothenburg Symphony, choir and soloists plays a Christmas Celebration concert in Vara Konserthus.

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BAGS plays Telemann
7 Dec 18.00

The Baroque Academy Gothenburg Symphony takes the stage with notes of royalty. Allow yourself to dream of gilded parlours of the 18th century, with Telemann’s Tafelmusik.

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Rachmaninoff The Bells
12, 13 Dec

Close your eyes and imagine the horse-drawn sleigh and torches arriving amidst swirling snow in Rachmaninoff’s The Bells. With the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, conductor Nicholas Collon, choirs and vocal soloists.

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Winter Magic with Denève
17, 18 Dec

A whimsical winter concert featuring a French twist, with skilled conductor Stéphane Denève. In The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, the magic brooms will be sweeping. We also hear Marie-Ange Nguci in Saint-Saëns’ second Piano Concerto.

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Coffee Music
20 Dec 11.00

Coffee, sandwich and sweet chamber music with musicians and singers from the Gothenburg Symphony, a collaboration with the Friends of the Gothenburg Symphony.

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Polstjärnepriset 2026
5 Jan 15.00

A nerve-wracking afternoon in Gothenburg Concert Hall as four young finalists compete for first prize in Polstjärnepriset. The soloists performing with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra are aged 14-18. Who will be this year's winner?

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Beethoven with Leif Ove Andsnes
9, 10 Jan

Celebrated pianist Leif Ove Andsnes tours the world with Beethoven’s piano concertos. Now he returns to Gothenburg with the light and gently floaty Piano Concerto No. 3. Conductor Magnus Fryklund and the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra also present festive New Year music.

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The White Book
14, 15 Jan

In this unique world premiere, we hear Laura Bowler’s composition inspired by The White Book by Nobel Prize-winner Han Kang. The work was commissioned for Principal Guest Conductor Barbara Hannigan, who also sings at this performance. With the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra and choir.

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Hannigan sings John Zorn
18 Jan 18.00

Barbara Hannigan and pianist Bertrand Chamayou have garnered acclaim in the US and Europe for their chamber music programme. Hear John Zorn’s dazzling song cycle Jumalattaret, paired with music by Messiaen and Scriabin.

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Meeting of Masters: Ravel & Messiaen
23, 24 Jan

Barbara Hannigan takes us on an emotional journey filled with birdsong and star-crossed lovers. Joining her with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra is friend Bertrand Chamayou, performing Ravel’s hopeful and jazz-inspired Piano Concerto.

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VÄGUS Peer Gynt
27 Jan 19.00

You can go your own way – the message is clear in the tale of the rebel Peer Gynt. And Edvard Grieg's music contains everything a tale should have. The Youth Symphony of Västra Götaland gives you the whole story with actor Mattias Nordkvist as Peer.

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Pekka Kuusisto & Anne Sofie von Otter
28, 29 Jan

Anything can happen when Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra’s Principal Guest Conductor and violinist Pekka Kuusisto takes the stage. This time, he presents a musical journey of discovery with Anne Sofie von Otter, with focus on man and nature.

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Baby rythmics
29 Jan

A playful and creative moment for you and your baby where well-known melodies and rhymes are interspersed with new acquaintances in classical music.

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Jazz from darkness to light: Benjamin Koppel
2 Feb 19.00

Hear a supergroup present jazz sounds that inspire hope and reflection. Danish saxophone player Benjamin Koppel’s album Story of Mankind is an outcry at the state of the world and its injustices.

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Classical Curiosity: Scores in Depth
3 Feb 18.00

How do you keep track of everything in a score? At this evening’s classical music lecture, conductor Johannes Gustavsson reveals the hard work that goes in before a concert, and familiarises us with a Swedish classic: Lars-Erik Larsson’s God in Disguise.

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Classical AW with Tchaikovsky
4 Feb 18.00

Stop by the Concert Hall on your way home for music and mingling. Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5 is bursting with big emotions and musical concepts. Enjoy the ride with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra and conductor Kristian Sallinen.

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Sámi folk pop with Mirja Palo
6 Feb 19.00

Mirja Palo has Finnish roots, but sings in northern sámi. With a kantele, percussion and guitar, she combines folk music with influences from pop and sound art. The result is a story of humankind’s inner strength.

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The Soloist Prize 2026
7 Feb 18.00

Experience Sweden's premier competition for young classical soloists. We hear three accomplished musicians all performing together with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra and conductor Anna-Maria Helsing.

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The Sports Holiday Orchestra concert
10 Feb 18.00

Award-winning conductor Ron Davis Alvarez gathers young orchestral musicians aged 11-19 for the popular Sports Holiday Orchestra. Together they offer a taste of the classical repertoire.

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Yoga Concert: Love
15 Feb 11.00

Allow yourself to be surrounded by the sounds of a string quartet from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, with gentle movement sequences in each piece. Yoga teacher Lene Skomedal takes us closer to classical music at this yoga concert. This time, we place extra focus on the heart.

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Pair of Brahms
15 Feb 18.00

An atmospheric and virtuosic evening with prominent pianist Roland Pöntinen and concertmaster Justyna Jara. Johannes Brahms’ three Violin Sonatas are romantic classics.

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School concert: Bamse and the Secret of the Sea
17, 18, 19, 20 Feb

Bamse is back, with a new movie adventure about Mini-Hopp, who is trying to learn to play violin – while mysterious things keep happening. Hear the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra perform the music live with the film! For ages 6-9.

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Baby rythmics
21 Feb

A playful and creative moment for you and your baby where well-known melodies and rhymes are interspersed with new acquaintances in classical music.

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Family concert: Bamse and the Secret of the Sea
21 Feb

Bamse is back, with a new movie adventure about Mini-Hopp, who is trying to learn to play violin – while mysterious things keep happening. Hear the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra perform the music live with the film!

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Baby Concert
21 Feb 14.00

A family-friendly concert for you and your baby where Angelina Virta Mangs and musicians from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra offer classical music adapted for the very youngest audience!

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Organ favourites with Johannes Skoog
22 Feb 18.00

We hear Royal Court Organist Johannes Skoog in a solo concert. He gathers masterful, atmospheric pieces by Ravel and Debussy, along with other favourites from the organ repertoire.

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God in Disguise
26, 27 Feb

Join us in a visit to heaven on earth! Tomas von Brömssen narrates the story of Lars-Erik Larsson’s Swedish classic, performed by the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, choir and vocal soloists.

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University of Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra
28 Feb 15.00

Meet the orchestra, which consists of musicians from the master's program in symphonic orchestral performance at the University of Music and Drama!

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Schumann Symphony No. 2
4 Mar 19.00

Welcome the orchestra’s many colours and irresistible melodies in this 19th-century journey with conductor Thomas Dausgaard and the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra. We hear symphonies by Robert Schumann and Johan Svendsen.

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Mahler 4 with Tabita Berglund
11 Mar 19.00

Mahler’s symphonies are not for the faint of heart. With the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, you have the courage. Popular conductor Tabita Berglund also presents romantic songs by Irgens-Jensen with soprano Ida Falk Winland.

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Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra & Clara-Jumi Kang
13 Mar 18.00

Sit back and enjoy South Korean violinist Clara-Jumi Kang in the beautiful violin concerto Symphonie Espagnole. Ryan Bancroft also conducts the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra in Hillborg’s powerful Beast Sampler and Mahler Symphony No 1..

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Classical Curiosity: Queen of the Instruments
17 Mar 18.00

Our classical lecture series brings us to the world’s biggest instrument: the organ. Hans Davidsson goes in depth on the magic of the bellows and the construction of the concert hall’s large organ.

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Bruch Violin Concerto No. 1
19 Mar 19.00

With soft melodies and technical challenges, this Violin Concerto by Max Bruch is beloved, and it is performed tonight by Nikolaj Znaider. We also hear Elgar’s infinitely beautiful Enigma Variations with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra in all its splendour.

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Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra plays in Vara Konserthus
20 Mar 19.00

Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra plays in Vara Konserthus together with conductor and violinist Nikolaj Znaider.

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Coffee Music
21 Mar 11.00

Coffee, sandwich and sweet chamber music with musicians and singers from the Gothenburg Symphony, a collaboration with the Friends of the Gothenburg Symphony.

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Beyond Words with Kuusisto and Barruk
25 Mar 19.00

A concert about the power of language with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra and Sámi singer Katarina Barruk, whose incredible stage presence combines folk tunes and pop in symphonic dress. Pekka Kuusisto leads the orchestra in Sibelius’ versatile Symphony No. 5.

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School Concert: Relaxed Performance
27 Mar 13.00

A concert with musicians from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra where everyone, regardless of temperament, age and capacity, is welcome to enjoy the music in their own way. Quite simply a concert with a little more freedom.

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Relaxed Performance
28 Mar 13.00

A concert with musicians from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra where everyone, regardless of temperament, age and capacity, is welcome to enjoy the music in their own way. Quite simply a concert with a little more freedom.

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Chamber music with Kuusisto
29 Mar 18.00

Principal Guest Conductor Pekka Kuusisto selects music by Swedish Amanda Maier-Röntgen and Andrea Tarrodi. To conclude, we hear one of Brahms’ passionate Sextets, all performed by musicians from the orchestra.

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Jazz from the South: Francesca Tandoi Trio
6 Apr 19.00

Italian pianist Francesca Tandoi heads up her own trio and has the entire world at her feet. Join us for an evening of memorable jazz songs in thought-provoking arrangements.

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Italian Emotions with the Gothenburg Opera
8 Apr 19.00

Warm winds and young love are on the programme as the Göteborg Opera Orchestra and choir takes the stage. Listen to Rome’s majestic fountains and enjoy the fateful drama La Gioconda with emerging Swedish star Åsa Jäger in the leading role.

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Bruckner & Mozart with Jacquot
17, 18 Apr

Mozart’s popular Piano Concerto No. 24, led by Marie Jacquot with Markus Schirmer at the piano. After the interval, the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra also presents Bruckner’s Symphony No. 6, which contains an entire lifetime of emotions.

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School concert: Boisterous Bellman
21, 22, 23, 24 Apr

Tiktok doesn’t have enough wigs! Join us on a journey to the 18th century and get to know the great songwriter Carl Michael Bellman, along with Martin Bagge and BAGS. For ages 10-12.

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Dvorák Cello Concerto
22 Apr 19.00

Conductor Marta Gardolińska presents a rare French gem: Mel Bonis’ orchestral tribute to three legendary women. In addition, we hear Dvorák’s beloved Cello Concerto, with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra’s Claes Gunnarsson as soloist.

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Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra plays in Vara Konserthus
23 Apr 19.00

Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra plays in Vara Konserthus together with conductor Marta Gardolinska.

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Baby rythmics
24 Apr

A playful and creative moment for you and your baby where well-known melodies and rhymes are interspersed with new acquaintances in classical music.

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Coffee Music
25 Apr 11.00

Coffee, sandwich and sweet chamber music with musicians and singers from the Gothenburg Symphony, a collaboration with the Friends of the Gothenburg Symphony.

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Family concert: Boisterous Bellman
25 Apr 13.00

Tiktok doesn’t have enough wigs or breeches. Join us on a journey to the 18th century and get to know the great songwriter Carl Michael Bellman, along with musicians from Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra and singer Martin Bagge.

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Classical AW with Bach
29 Apr 18.00

Join Gothenburg’s most classic after work! Hear music by J.S. Bach and Britten in a breathtaking performance by tenor Andrew Staples, the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra and choir. The evening continues in the foyer bars after the concert.

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Classical Curiosity: All about Woodwinds
5 May 18.00

How does the oboe get its unusual sound? What music is the favourite among wind players? At this classical music lecture, Camilla Lundberg tells us all about the history of woodwind instruments, together with a guest from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra.

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Gbg <3 Bruce
8, 9 May

Join us as the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra brings together Gothenburg artists for a unique tribute to one of rock music's great songwriters, storytellers and entertainers: The Boss.

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Ravel Bolero
13 May 19.00

With its hypnotic power, Ravel’s Bolero is endlessly fascinating. This famous orchestral work grows by the minute, blossoming at last to the fullest in a magnificent climax. François Leleux conducts the orchestra and is the soloist in Haydn’s mysterious Oboe Concerto.

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Goran Kajfeš Subtropic Arkestra
18 May 19.00

Enter a subtropical landscape with influences from across the globe. With a blend of post-rock and cosmic jazz, trumpet player Goran Kajfeš is a unique feature of the Swedish music scene.

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Salonen Sinfonia Concertante
21, 22 May

Esa-Pekka Salonen is back with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra as conductor and composer! In his Concerto for Organ and Orchestra, he uses every imaginable register – true to his multifaceted artistry. We also hear the dazzling Poème de l’Extase by Scriabin.

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Brazilian swing with Simone Moreno
22 May 19.00

Singer Simone Moreno presents funky swing with her nine-man band. Dive in to this beautiful combination of Afro-Brazilian pop, reggae, soul, samba and Nordic influences.

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Coffee Music
23 May 11.00

Coffee, sandwich and sweet chamber music with musicians and singers from the Gothenburg Symphony, a collaboration with the Friends of the Gothenburg Symphony.

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Anna Lapwood: Music of the Stars
24 May 18.00

Sit back and enjoy a journey through the stars with music from Interstellar and Star Wars. Acclaimed organist and music profile Anna Lapwood makes her debut in Gothenburg with an imaginative organ programme from the world of film.

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Spring Delight with Gershwin
27, 28 May

When spring is at its loveliest, the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra presents Gershwin’s sensational Piano Concerto with pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet. We also hear the world premiere of Broström’s new symphony. This magical evening is led by Santtu-Matias Rouvali!

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Music for a summer evening
31 May 18.00

Ensemble Caplet consists of harp, flute and strings. Together with singers from the Gothenburg Symphony Vocal Ensemble, they fill the summer evening with achingly beautiful notes of love and the season.

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Classical AW: French Summer
3 Jun 18.00

Conductor Ludovic Morlot drops in from Barcelona to present a concert with a French theme for early summer, together with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra. Stop by after work and enjoy a Wednesday evening of mingling and music of perfect format.

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National Day Concert 2026
6 Jun 14.00

Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, choir, conductor Tobias Ringborg and guests plays in beautiful Slottsskogen. A tradition that brings together tens of thousands and becomes a moment for relaxation, community and singing.

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Side by Side 2026: Festival Concert
16 Jun 15.00

Experience 2000 young musicians and singers from all over the world at the Side by Side music camp as they perform side by side with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra in Scandinavium. A highlight for the whole family.

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Side by Side 2026: Choirs in Concert
17 Jun 12.30

The favourite concert for choir lovers! Choirs in Concert brings together all the singers from the Side by Side music camp in a choir concert with over 300 young people on stage. With musicians from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra and the Gothenburg Symphony Vocal Ensemble.

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Side by Side 2026: Closing Concert
17 Jun 19.00

Closing gala concert in Gothenburg Concert Hall with the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, Gothenburg Symphony Vocal Ensemble and orchestras and choirs from advanced level at the Side by Side music camp. Hear masterpieces from the classical world performed by the stars of today and tomorrow.

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In the Land of Fairy Tales

With us, there is a magical path leading into the world of myths. Lose yourself among heroes and wizards, tender lovers and exotic birds. Here are immortal melodies and stories that never cease to captivate.

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Man står vid sin harpa i guld.

"It’s amazing that we can offer something that goes straight to the heart"

Get to know Erik Groenestein-Hendriks, harpist in Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, his thoughts on music, and what he is particularly looking forward to in the 2025-2026 season.

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Boundless brilliance

Let yourself be spellbound as the world’s top soloists make the impossible possible. Here are concerts with artistry at the highest level. Enjoy gentle melodies, soaring solos, and technical challenges mastered to perfection.

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Sara Trobäck står med sin fiol i handen

"Music can lift your gaze and make everything feel okay"

Get to know Sara Trobäck, concertmaster of the Gothenburg Symphony, her thoughts on music, and what she is particularly looking forward to in the 2025-2026 season.

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Harpa på röd matta med mörk bakgrund med lampor.

Let the Mind Soar

Experience music that moves through time and space. Here are sounds that open doors to other dimensions. Perhaps your mind travels to the world of imagination, or perhaps you turn your gaze inward. Either way, we might bring you closer to the answer of the riddle.

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Musiker står med sin trombon mot en bakgrund av glödlampor

"We went out in the streets and felt the same atmosphere as in the music"

Get to know Arno Tri Pramudia, trombonist in Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, his thoughts on music, and what he is particularly looking forward to in the 2025-2026 season.

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Kvinna spelar viola mot mörk bakgrund med skimrande glödlampor.

"I love how Strauss can make us feel as though we are in another dimension."

Get to know Manon Briau, violist in Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, her thoughts on the music, and what she is particularly looking forward to in the 2025-2026 season.

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Explore New Ground

Embark on an expedition through musical frontiers. Meet composers who create new expressions and soundscapes. For those who seek the unexpected and want to be surprised.

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Read the season program

Find everything that attracts and inspires you in the Gothenburg Symphony's 2025-2026 season program!

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