When is the concert taking place?

The concert is scheduled for July 16, 2026.

Where is the Vocal Ensemble performing?

In the Castle Church Bonn, An der Schloßkirche 4, 53113 Bonn.

How much do the tickets cost?

The concert is free of charge, a ticket reservation is required.

Is the concert in an indoor venue?

Yes, the event takes place in the Castle Church.

Is there another date?

Yes, on July 17, 2026, the ensemble will also perform at St. Maria Magdalena in Bonn-Endenich.

Delicate Voices, Great Space: Bonn Experiences Vocal Summer Magic in the Castle Church

Name: Vocal Ensemble of Collegium musicum Bonn in the Castle Church Bonn
Start: 2026-07-16T02:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-16T02:00:00+02:00
Location: Schlosskirche Bonn

When Voices Illuminate the Space

The Vocal Ensemble of Collegium musicum Bonn invites you to a summer concert evening that makes the tonal colors of vocal music experienceable in a particularly close way. On July 16, 2026, the ensemble will perform in the Castle Church Bonn; on July 17, another performance will follow at St. Maria Magdalena in Bonn-Endenich. The program stands for demanding a cappella work, precise ensemble culture, and that concentrated live atmosphere that makes choral music so intense in a church space.

Delicate Sound Architecture in the Church Space

The Vocal Ensemble of Collegium musicum Bonn has grown since 2017 and has been anchored as an independent ensemble in the Forum Music of the University of Bonn since 2019. Under the direction of Ansgar Eimann, the formation usually develops demanding a cappella programs. The repertoire ranges from sacred vocal music from the Renaissance and Baroque to works of the 19th and 20th centuries. This very span promises a concert experience that focuses on transparency, balance, and differentiated voice leading.

Precision, Expression, and Student Passion

About 30 singers shape the characteristic ensemble sound, which is based on synchronization, breath control, and clean intonation. Those who experience the performance in the Castle Church Bonn will feel the unique tension between architectural calmness and vocal energy. The church space enhances the sound effect without losing text intelligibility—a benefit for sacred a cappella literature that thrives on the fine interplay of voices.

A Summer Evening with Tradition

The Collegium musicum Bonn has been part of the musical life of the University of Bonn for decades. The ensembles regularly perform in concert formats that are shaped both by academic music culture and by close audience engagement. For visitors, this creates an evening that not only showcases the artistic work of the vocal ensemble but also makes the vibrant music scene of Bonn audible.

Special Flair in the Castle Church

The Castle Church in the main building of the University of Bonn offers a suitable setting for concentrated choral music with its historic atmosphere. The proximity to the audience, clear acoustics, and sacred ambiance create a space where nuances matter. Those who love vocal music experience not a loud spectacle here, but a finely balanced concert with immediate effect.

Conclusion: A Concert for Listeners with a Sense for Sound and Detail

The Vocal Ensemble of Collegium musicum Bonn promises an evening of musical precision, emotional depth, and student energy. Those who wish to experience choral music live and in a sonorous church atmosphere should mark this date and enjoy the concert on-site.