Musical Reading immortal-immortal in Bonn: Literature Evening in the Georgskapelle


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Literature, Music and Memory in the Georgskapelle: a Special Summer Evening in Bonn
The musical reading immortal-immortal connects literature, voice, and sound in a place that is uniquely shaped by history, silence, and cultural depth in Bonn. On August 1, 2026, the Georgskapelle at the Old Cemetery invites you to a literary experience that combines the atmosphere of the Old Town Reading Tour with a charity event for the Support Association Old Cemetery e.V. Admission is free, donations are welcome. ([alterfriedhofbonn.de](https://www.alterfriedhofbonn.de/konzerte?utm_source=openai))
An Evening Between Words and Music
Johannes Göbel and Martin Mock represent a format that intertwines recitation and musical interpretation into a dense reading atmosphere. The event is part of the 20th Old Town Reading Tour; the program connects to traditions of Kästner and Ringelnatz and focuses on linguistic precision, rhythm, and scenic presence. In previous announcements for similar programs, the duo is described as a recitation and music formation with long-standing collaboration. ([alterfriedhofbonn.de](https://www.alterfriedhofbonn.de/konzerte?utm_source=openai))
The Georgskapelle as a Literary Resonance Space
The Old Cemetery is considered one of the most famous cemeteries in Germany; the Georgskapelle is located in its center and is regularly used for readings and concerts. The Support Association points out that the chapel offers only limited seating, is not heated, and is particularly suitable for intimate cultural formats. The meeting point for the Old Cemetery is the main entrance at the corner of Bornheimer Str. 1 and Am Alten Friedhof in 53111 Bonn. ([alterfriedhofbonn.de](https://www.alterfriedhofbonn.de/konzerte?utm_source=openai))
Charitable Character and Cultural Significance
The event is more than a reading: it is a cultural sign for Bonn's vibrant literature and music scene. The fact that the evening takes place as part of a charity series gives it additional depth. The proceeds will entirely benefit the Support Association Old Cemetery e.V., which adds a noticeable civic cultural character to the literary evening. ([alterfriedhofbonn.de](https://www.alterfriedhofbonn.de/konzerte?utm_source=openai))
What Visitors Can Expect
Those coming to the Georgskapelle on August 1, 2026, will not experience a loud event atmosphere, but rather a concentrated author encounter in the broader sense: language, music, and historical surroundings form a quiet counterpoint to the hustle and bustle of summer. The reading promises an evening for literature lovers who appreciate fine nuances, cultural memory, and the special aura of a historical place. A visit is worthwhile live and immediate. ([alterfriedhofbonn.de](https://www.alterfriedhofbonn.de/konzerte?utm_source=openai))
Official Channels of Johannes Göbel and Martin Mock:
- Instagram: No official profile found
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- Website Johannes Göbel: http://www.johannes-goebel.com
- Publishing House: No official profile found
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- Events - Support Association Old Cemetery Bonn e.V.
- Guided Tours - Support Association Old Cemetery Bonn e.V.
- German Foundation for Monument Protection - Literary-Musical Evening with the Artist Duo Göbel & Mock
- visitBerlin - Musical Reading with Johannes Göbel and Martin Mock
- Bernstein Verlag - Johannes Göbel










