BRSO and ARD prizewinners make Munich resonate in the Herkulessaal


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A classical highlight with competition fever and great orchestral quality
When the Symphony Orchestra of the Bavarian Radio invites you to the 3rd Prizewinner Concert of the 75th International Music Competition of the ARD in the Herkulessaal of the Residenz, an evening is created between artistic tension and festive concert atmosphere. On stage are the prizewinners of the bassoon, organ, and percussion categories, together with the BRSO under the direction of Dennis Russell Davies. The concert is scheduled for Friday, September 18, 2026, at 8:00 PM; it will also be broadcast as a video livestream. ([brso.de](https://www.brso.de/konzerte/75-internationaler-musikwettbewerb-der-ard-4/))
Competition winners in the spotlight
Prizewinner concerts are among the most electrifying moments in the classical year: Here, the freshness of new talents meets the sound experience of a top orchestra. The 75th ARD Music Competition celebrates its anniversary in 2026 and spans several competition categories; the prizewinner concert in the Herkulessaal consolidates this energy into a single, concentrated live experience. ([ard-musikwettbewerb.de](https://www.ard-musikwettbewerb.de/wettbewerb-2026/?utm_source=openai))
The acoustic space of the Herkulessaal
The Herkulessaal of the Residenz is one of the defining concert venues in Munich and is located in the Munich Residenz at Residenzstraße 1, 80539 Munich. The Residenz is centrally located and well accessible by public transport; in the immediate vicinity are, among others, Marienplatz and Odeonsplatz. There are no dedicated visitor parking spaces; paid parking is available in the underground car park of the National Theater. For barrier-free access, there are indications of corresponding parking options and accesses in the area of the Residenz. ([ard-musikwettbewerb.de](https://www.ard-musikwettbewerb.de/ort/herkulessaal-der-residenz/))
A great evening, clear price range
Advance sales for this concert are indicated with a price range of 40, 35, 30, 25, and 20 Euros. This makes the concert not only a high-profile but also a relatively accessible live experience for classical music fans who wish to follow the competition evening in the hall or via livestream. ([brso.de](https://www.brso.de/konzerte/75-internationaler-musikwettbewerb-der-ard-4/))
Voices of the fans
The BRSO is present on its official channels and regularly invites its audience to concerts, behind-the-scenes insights, and livestreams. Everything points to an audience that loves great orchestral culture, precise conducting, and the fresh competition sound. Verifiable fan quotes were not available in the researched sources. ([brso.de](https://www.brso.de/service/gewinnspiel-teilnahmebedingungen/?utm_source=openai))
At the end, visitors can expect an evening filled with musical tension, flawless orchestral colors, and the special aura of a competition final. Anyone wanting to experience great classical music in the historic concert hall in Munich should follow this date live. ([brso.de](https://www.brso.de/konzerte/75-internationaler-musikwettbewerb-der-ard-4/))
Official BRSO channels:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brsorchestra
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brso
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ARDKlassik
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/74gWOpgM97HU3Mn8A8d0Vm
- TikTok: No official profile found
Sources:
- Symphony Orchestra of the Bavarian Radio - 75th International Music Competition of the ARD
- International Music Competition of the ARD - Herkulessaal of the Residenz
- Bavarian Palace Administration - Directions to Residenz Munich
- Symphony Orchestra of the Bavarian Radio - Homepage
- Symphony Orchestra of the Bavarian Radio - Social Media Evidence










