German Brass
WMC | Best of BrassExternal venue - Rodahal Kerkrade geplaceerd
WMC closes the line-up with a brass ensemble of mythical allure: German Brass.
For more than 50 years, this world-renowned ensemble has guaranteed virtuosity, refinement and unparalleled musicality within chamber music. With their characteristic mix of masterful arrangements, brilliant technique and sparkling stage presence, they know how to create an unforgettable listening experience every time.
In this concert, German Brass presents a programme that only confirms their status as absolute world champions: from Baroque splendour to contemporary gems, performed with the characteristic precision, humour and warmth that the ensemble is known for.
A feast for the ears and a worthy finale to the WMC series. An evening not to be missed by any lover of brass.
AROUND THE WORLD
When German Brass takes the stage, you can expect a brass experience of the highest level. Eleven soloists together form an ensemble that sets the tone worldwide - thanks to technical perfection, but above all to a compelling musical passion.
In the first part of the programme, the ensemble bridges the European tradition. With works by Johann Sebastian Bach, Georg Philipp Telemann and Giuseppe Verdi, German Brass showcases the full festive splendour of classical music. In exclusive arrangements, you will experience how these masterpieces from the past come back to life fresh and sparkling. The warm, full sound of trombones and tubas blends perfectly with the radiant brilliance of the trumpets.
After the interval, under the motto 'AROUND THE WORLD', the ensemble breaks through all genre boundaries and takes you on a virtuoso journey through cultures and eras. Supported by percussion, a musical panorama unfolds that ranges from the compelling drive of the big band era to the fiery passion of Argentine tango. In the process, the 11 top musicians prove their stylistic versatility: they know how to capture the lively charm of a Viennese Strauss Polka as well as fascinating sounds from all over the world. It is a whirlwind journey through music history, in which the highest technical virtuosity is combined with pure entertainment.
This concert is part of the World Music Contest (WMC) 2026 in Kerkrade
This global music festival guarantees top wind music, experience and conviviality
With a 75-year history, the WMC guarantees spectacular music of the highest order. More than 250 orchestras and bands from 31 countries and 5 continents will take part in the competitions of the anniversary edition, which takes place between 9 July and 2 August. With this strong international field of participants, the traditional concert, marching and show competitions and more than 450 activities in the Rodahal, Parkstad Limburg Stadium, Theater Kerkrade and on the Market Square in Kerkrade, the anniversary year of the WMC will have extra sparkle.
Every four years, the international world of wind music comes together in Kerkrade for the WMC. From 9 July, the world's largest stage for wind bands, fanfares, brass bands, percussion ensembles and marching and show bands will once again burst onto the scene. During recent editions, the WMC recorded around 20,000 participating musicians and 350,000 visitors.
'Best of Brass & Best of European Wind Bands'
Besides the competition programme in the Rodahal, Theater Kerkrade and in the Parkstad Limburg Stadium, numerous other activities will take place. WMC proudly presents a concert series in which - including the Orchestre de la Garde Républicaine - the absolute top of the international music world will shine. In addition, the cycle includes two concerts with the very best brass bands and brass ensembles of the moment during the Brass Gala (Brassband Willebroek and Cory Band) and the concert of German Brass and the traditional final of the International Conductors' Competition with the Royal Military Band Johan Willem Friso.
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