New Year's Concert with the Young Philharmonic Cologne

The ticket pre-sale begins on Monday, November 3, 2025. The city of Müllheim in the Markgräflerland welcomes the new year with the New Year's concert traditionally on Epiphany. Once again, the Junge Philharmonie Köln, under the direction of chief conductor Volker Hartung, will enchant the audience in a large ensemble and set the course for a peaceful new year. For over 30 years, the Junge Philharmonie Köln has presented its audience with a cheerful yet reflective program from the rich repertoire of the Strauss dynasty and their contemporaries at the turn of the year. Under its roof, a unique platform has emerged that offers young professionals the increasingly rare opportunity to participate in extraordinary concert projects beyond the boundaries of their studies and professional lives. It is run by a non-profit association that supports the orchestra's mission as a musical ambassador for a peaceful world through the integration of numerous foreign young artists living in Germany. Those who attend a New Year's concert by the Junge Philharmonie Köln know that on this day, light-heartedness, mischief, and humor are governed by chief conductor Volker Hartung. Humorous, entertaining, and unforgettable moments await you at the beginning of the year 2026. The musicians have immersed themselves in the playing style and sound aesthetics of the time and interpret popular classical music in their unique style, framed by virtuosic solo pieces. For many years, Volker Hartung has charmingly presented his audience with serious, cheerful, and reflective programs from the rich repertoire of popular classical music. With his catchy and humorous manner, he continually delights his audience, creating a connection between the orchestra, music, and auditorium. From beginners to connoisseurs: everyone finds access to the diverse facets of classical music at his concerts. The Junge Philharmonie Köln wishes not only to offer musically valuable interpretations of masterpieces but also to convey a greeting to all people in the spirit of hope, friendship, and peace as musical ambassadors. Of course, this special auditory delight should not neglect the taste buds. The team from EssKultur Müllheim will spoil you after the concert with a selection of delicious food and drinks in the adjacent restaurant. Reservations for tables are requested. Date: Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 6:00 PM (Doors open at 5:00 PM) Location: Bürgerhaus Müllheim i.M., large hall Ticket prices: Pre-sale €26 Category I / €23 Category II (including pre-sale fee), Box office €28 Category I / €25 Category II Tickets available from Monday, November 3, 2025, via Reservix, at all known pre-sale outlets, and at the Tourist Information in Müllheim i.M.