Unleased treasures: concert premiere of 200 -year -old flute works!

Unleased treasures: concert premiere of 200 -year -old flute works!

Grunewaldstraße 55, 12165 Berlin, Deutschland - On June 22, 2025, the duo Christina Fassbender and Gregor Hollmann celebrates the premiere of their latest CD with unknown works for flute and harpsichord. These compositions, which have been waiting in libraries and archives for over 200 years, come from the vicinity of the Prussian royal court. The concert visit is free of charge, and tickets can be purchased at www.pretix.eu/kultur-berlin-sz/ . The concert takes place at 7 p.m. in the Salon of the Schwartzschen Villa, Grunewaldstraße 55, 12165 Berlin.

Christina Fassbender is an experienced flutist who has been teaching as a professor of flute at the University of the Arts since 2017. Her impressive career includes appearances with renowned orchestras such as the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra and the Staatskapelle Berlin. In addition, she has recognized itself with scholarships and prices, such as the international instrumental competition of Markneukirchen. The musical training of Fassbender began at the Stuttgart University of Music and was deepened at the Mozarteum Salzburg.

a trip into the past

The duo has set itself the task of focusing on the sound and interpretative peculiarities of the works discovered. Gregor Hollmann, who does many years of teaching at various universities such as Münster and Rostock, accompanies Fassbender on the harpsichord and also brings his expertise into the performances. The two musicians have already successfully worked together and are known for their impressive interpretations.

The music history relevance of the pieces presented is high because they offer an insight into the musical practice of the late 18th century. It is presented at a concert that is organized by the Kultur Steglitz-Zehlendorf Department. Maximilian Hagemeyer, program coordinator for music and performing arts, is available for inquiries.

old music in focus

In the further context of the old music, it can be seen that these works are not only of interest to professional musicians. The Musikschule Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg also offers an extensive range of courses that are focused on historical instruments and styles from the medieval and baroque period. The school enables new and advanced players to deal with instruments such as the harpsichord, the sounds or the travers flute. Workshops and performance options for ensembles are organized regularly, which keeps the old music alive.

Overall, the concert on June 22nd is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of the sound believed and to rediscover the passion for old music.