Friday, August 20, 2021, 7:30 p.m.
'Opening concert'

 St. Nicholas Church, Konz

Experience romance, elegance, and passion with exhilarating works by Chopin and Saint-Saëns. Master cellist Alexander Hülshoff and star pianist Joseph Moog invite you to the festive opening of the Konz Music Festival 2021. The evening in the unique St. Nicholas Church, the "tent of God among men," will be recorded live by SWR2 and broadcast later.

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Saturday, August 21, 2021, 7:30 p.m.
'Pianopower'

Open-air concert at the confluence of the Saar and Moselle rivers in Konz

Top-class piano sounds, masterfully interpreted by the pianistic boundary-crossers Kai Adomeit and Joseph Moog.
The picturesque venue at the confluence of the Saar and Moselle rivers transforms into an open-air stage. Let yourself be enchanted by the atmosphere and experience a diverse and dazzling display of piano playing on the two exquisite Steinway grand pianos from Pianohaus Hübner.

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Sunday, August 22, 2021, 11:00 a.m.
Finnish Soulscapes | 'Matinée Ensemble Presence'

Contemporaneum, Oberbillig | Lerchenweg 26, 54331 Oberbillig
In cooperation with the Society for Contemporary Sound Art Trier eV

In the Ensemble Presence Musicians have come together who in different and often unusual lineups, especially thededicated to contemporary music. Alongside works by Jean Sibelius, the program will therefore also feature striking pieces by composer Kaija Saariaho and composer Kalevi Aho, both of whom have had a significant influence on contemporary music in Finland.

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Sunday, August 22, 2021, 5:00 PM
'Pianoreed - A Classic Friendship'

Cantzheim Winery, Kanzem - Open Air Concert | In case of bad weather, a "walking concert" takes place in various rooms of the winery.

Classical and jazz. 'Pianoreed' – this unique interplay of piano and oboe offers a fresh perspective on familiar melodies: accessible, unusual, and captivating. A sonic synthesis of tradition and modernity – born of friendship.

Pianist and composer Charles Herrig in a double act with oboist, author, cultural prize winner of the city of Aachen and “oboe doctor” Marc Schaeferdiek.

The two musicians come from very different worlds: Herrig lives and breathes jazz –

Schaeferdiek, a trained oboist and professor of oboe playing, not only impresses in

artistic expression, but also technical finesse and sonic perfection; among other thingsfor the WDR Radio Symphony Orchestra Cologne and singer-songwriter Reinhard Mey.

At the picturesque Cantzheim winery, they present melodies from all over the world.

different genre worlds: Whether jazz ("La Mer", "Fly Me to the Moon"), Latin ("Masque nada“, „Orfeu Negro“), Classical (“Liebestraum“, „Eine kleine Nachtmusik“, „Carmen”)or even the music from Netflix series like "Outlander" – Marc and Charles interpret itTogether they are as captivating as they are surprising.

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Wednesday, August 25, 2021, 5:00 PM
'Carnival of the Animals'

Arcades of St. Bruno Monastery, Konz-Karthaus (Open-Air)

In case of bad weather, the concert will take place in the St. Nicholas Church in Konz.

With 'Carnival of the Animals', children, teenagers, and adults alike can experience the world-famous classic by Camille Saint-Saëns, celebrated on this anniversary, live and outdoors. Benjamin Schäfer from the Luxembourg Philharmonic Orchestra guides the young talents of the Master Academy through the varied work. Pianist Kai Adomeit takes on the role of narrator and reads his own entertaining text.

Wednesday, August 25, 2021, 7:30 p.m.
'Moog & Friends'

St. Peter's Church, Wincheringen

Join Joseph Moog and the woodwind soloists of the State Philharmonic on a musical treasure hunt: These six musicians, all friends, will present Mozart's legendary Quintet for Piano and Woodwinds alongside a romantic gem by the Austrian composer Ludwig Thuille. The excellent acoustics of St. Peter's Church in Wincheringen provide the perfect soundscape for this unusual expedition into the realm of sound.

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Thursday, August 26, 2021, 7:30 p.m.
'Guest concert Master Academy'

St. Helena Church, Losheim

In cooperation with the city of Losheim

For a quarter of a century, the Konz Summer Academy was an integral part of theCultural scene Saar-Obermosel.This year, this institution is finally being revived and finds a prestigious continuation with today's performance by the international young talents of the new Master Academy. Hear the most beautiful works of chamber music interpreted by the stars of tomorrow, today. Prepared by the award-winning instructors of the 2021 Konz Music Festival for violin (Elisabeth Perry), viola (Richard Wolfe), cello (Niall Brown), percussion (Christopher Hastings), and piano (Joseph Moog), the young musicians come together for a joint performance. -> Evening's program

Tickets are available at the Tourist Information office in Losheim am Stausee and online at www.losheim-saarschleifenland.de/Sehen-Erleben/Veranstaltungen.

Thursday, August 26, 2021, 7:30 p.m.
'The Twiolins' - Eight Seasons'

Waldbühne, Konz-Roscheid (Open-Air)

BIn case of bad weather, the concert will take place in the St. Nicholas Church in Konz.

Vivaldi's 'Four Seasons' meet eleven spirited tangos by Astor Piazzolla.Twiolins – unstoppable by any genre boundaries – dare a spectacular combination and create their own, entirely new 'Eight Seasons'.

Where better to experience the musical seasons than on the open-air stage in Konz Roscheid, surrounded by nature?

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Friday, August 27, 2021, 7:30 p.m.
'Spotlight Young Musicians' - Festive closing concert of the Master Academy

St. Nicholas Church, Konz

For a quarter of a century, the Konz Summer Academy was an integral part of theCultural scene Saar-Obermosel.This year, this institution will finally be revived and will take place.with today's appearance of the internationalyoung talents of the new Master Academy aThe crowning finale of the 2021 Academy. Listen to themost beautiful works of chamber musicInterpreted by the stars of tomorrow, today. To conclude theIn the evenings, theaward-winning lecturers for violin (Elisabeth Perry), viola (Richard Wolfe), Niall Brown(Cello), Christopher Hastings (drums) and Joseph Moog (piano) for a joint performancePerform together.-> Evening's program

Saturday, August 28, 2021, 7:30 p.m.
'KonzMusicFestival @ Van Volxem Vol.I'

Van Volxem Winery, Wiltingen|Open Air Concert(Rain protection is provided in case of bad weather)

sponsored by KAUTZ Starkstrom-Anlagen GmbH

Luxembourg Jazz Orchestra directed by Ernie Hammes

Konz Music Festival @ Van Volxem, Part I - When premium jazz from Luxembourg first takes place on the incomparableWhen the music starts playing on the grounds of the winery, a magical evening is guaranteed. The band from the neighboring country stands for aa wide range, offering everything from classic big band sounds to sensitive bossa novas and soulfulBallads – everything a jazz fan could desire. Four of the house wines will also be available, as well as aA select flying buffet will be provided by Jörg Linden.

Sunday, August 29, 2021; 7:30 p.m.

'KonzMusicFestival @ Van Volxem Vol. II' |sponsored by Möbel Martin

Van Volxem Winery, Wiltingen | Open Air Concert (Rain protection is provided in case of bad weather)

German State Philharmonic Orchestra of Rhineland-Palatinate

Konz Music Festival @ Van Volxem, Part II. - The German State Philharmonic is known as a migratory bird and occursunder its remarkable chief conductor Michael Francis, it will be performed all over the world. For the first time, theThe most important orchestras of the state of Rhineland-Palatinate are now coming to the Konz Music Festival. In the unique setting of theAt the Van Volxem winery, classical masterpieces unfold their magic. Joseph Moog will perform as soloist in Mozart'sThe famous piano concerto in D minor will be performed by a Grammy nominee.

The enjoyment of four fine wines of theThe house is complemented by a select flying buffet from Jörg Linden, providing a culinary round-off to this festive event.away.

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Sunday, August 29, 2021, 7:30 p.m.
'William Cuthbertson Piano Recital'

Haus Beda, Bitburg

In cooperation with the Dr. Hanns Simon Foundation

Tickets available online at: www.haus-beda.de

as well as at the box office.