Koninklijk ConcertgebouworkestYears of Classical Quality
Address: Jacob Obrechtstraat 51 - t.a.v. KunstRAI, Postbus 77777
1071 KJ - Amsterdam-South
NH
Nearest Bus or Train:Museumplein/Van Baerlestraat: tram 2, 3, 5, 16 & 20
Open Hours:Box Office: 10a-5p M-Su
The orchestra and its home, the imposing Concertgebouw, were founded in 1888. Under music director Willem Mengelberg (serving from 1895-1945), the orchestra attained an international reputation. When Riccardo Chailly took over the helm in 1988, he gave it a more 'swinging' repertoire. The accoustics are so amazing that over 1,000 CDs have been recorded here; a live concert makes for a memorable performance indeed. The Concertgebouw Orchestra gives some 130 concerts yearly. Reservations are essential.
|
