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Autumn concert with Bernstein, Ravel and Márquez on 18 October in the Römerhalle
Dieburg – The Hesse State Youth Wind Orchestra (LJBO) will present a colorful autumn concert at 7 p.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the Römerhalle Dieburg. Under the direction of Jens Weismantel, the young musicians, ages 14 to 25, will perform a program ranging from Renaissance dances to the rhythms of Broadway.
Program between classical and modern
The focus of the evening is the “Symphonic Dances” from Leonard Bernstein’s world-famous “West Side Story” – an energetic suite that combines elements of jazz, Latin, Broadway and symphonic sonorities.
Three other works will also be performed:
- Maurice Ravel’s “Pavane pour une infante défunte” in the arrangement by Johan de Meij, a fine, melancholic dance piece,
- Bob Margolis' "Terpsichore", inspired by the collection of around 300 dances by composer Michael Praetorius,
- as well as Arturo Márquez's "Danzón No. 2" in an arrangement by Oliver Nickel – a classic of Latin American wind instrument literature.
Young talents from all over Hesse
The LJBO Hessen brings together young talents who have qualified for the ensemble through an audition. Intensive rehearsals develop a collaborative approach that combines technical skill, expressiveness, and team spirit. This creates an orchestral sound that both impresses and connects.
Tickets
Tickets cost 18 euros, reduced 10 euros, and are available at www.reservix.de and at all ticket outlets.
(RED/PM)
Featured image: Robert Schittko
