Duo Simolka-Wohlhauser live in Munich: New Songs from Europe at Gasteig HP8
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Duo Simolka-Wohlhauser brings new voices of Europe to Munich
On Friday, October 9, 2026, the Small Hall in Gasteig HP8 will transform into a resonance space for contemporary vocal music. The Duo Simolka-Wohlhauser presents, as part of its Autumn Tour 2026, the program New Songs from Europe (17) – a concert between precise chamber music, expressive stage performance, and musical present.
A journey through the sound language of the present
Christine Simolka sings soprano, René Wohlhauser takes on baritone and piano. Together, they dedicate themselves to current European vocal music, combining vocal agility with a highly concentrated pianistic sound. The music thrives on fine timbres, abrupt contrasts, rhythmic synchronization, and an intense live atmosphere.
Premier performances with a European perspective
The program gathers numerous works written specifically for the duo. The evening features compositions by René Wohlhauser, Volker Ignaz Schmidt, Jean-Claude Wolff, Camille Kerger, Thorsten Gubatz, Roman Vlad, Vlad Răzvan Baciu, and Violeta Dinescu. Several pieces will have their world premiere in Munich.
The musical dramaturgy spans from soprano and baritone duets to songs with piano to works that treat text, breath, articulation, and stage space as equal means of expression. The result is a concert experience for curious ears: direct, focused, and open to surprising sound moments.
Between voice, language, and stage performance
The Duo Simolka-Wohlhauser specializes in the interpretation of contemporary vocal music. In their work, classical singing technique, modern orchestration, improvisational impulses, and theatrical elements come together. The audience's mood is created not by well-known melodies but by the immediate tension of each individual note.
An evening for explorers
New Songs from Europe (17) is aimed at all those who wish to not only hear new music but to experience it in its creation. The nine-stop tour takes the duo through several European cities, making Munich a significant meeting point for current composition and international concert culture.
Those who wish to experience contemporary classical music, extraordinary voices, and unusual sound concepts live will find an evening full of intensity, precision, and musical discoveries at Gasteig HP8. Secure your ticket and experience Duo Simolka-Wohlhauser live in Munich on October 9, 2026.
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