Founded in 1957, the Hamburg Symphony Orchestra has been the resident orchestra of the Laeiszhalle since 2017. Deeply rooted in the uniquely rich history of Hamburg’s first concert hall, the Laeiszhalle Orchestra also embodies a living cultural institution, combining musical excellence with a redefined role model of what a modern symphony orchestra should be. They do so successfully – particularly in the last two decades, the orchestra has enjoyed considerable acclaim, both at home and abroad.
The Hamburg Symphony Orchestra – Laeizshalle Orchestra takes great care in creating a programme that is precise and challenging, yet remains accessible. This not only includes critically acclaimed and publicly celebrated projects – innovatively collaborating with some of today’s most notable musical personalities – but also comprises chamber concert series, festivals, including every June the internationally renowned Martha Argerich Festival, and an excitingly broad selection of outreach and education activities.
One of the orchestra’s most important aesthetic approaches is the expansion of the audience’s experience through an intensive exchange with other art forms and the integration of theatre, film, video and lighting into the concerts. The orchestra was one of the first ensembles in the world to live-stream their concerts.