OCAB Christmas Concert
The Barcelona Accordion Chamber Orchestra performs a diverse holiday programme conducted by Jesús Otero, with castanet accompaniment by Consol Grau. The first part highlights classical and Catalan selections, including works by Johann Strauss II, Edvard Grieg, and Pau Casals. The second half presents cinema music from films such as Amélie and The Lord of the Rings, concluding with Pepita Sellés' festive Suite nadalenca.
What to Expect
Traditional concert featuring classical pieces, Catalan songs, and beloved film scores.
Event Details
Duration
Approximately 120 minutes.
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Orquestra de Cambra d’Acordions de Barcelona (OCAB)
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Accordion, classical and film-score music fans
Vibe
Festive and orchestral
Energy Level
Low
Budget
€€
Photo Friendly
Low
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: 20 €–26 €. – Get tickets
- Hours: 6.30 p.m. (also shown as 18:30).
- Parking: BSM car parks at Plaça de les Arts and Mercat dels Encants, plus Telpark Sancho de Ávila and BSM Estació Barcelona Nord. All have spaces for people with reduced mobility.
- Accessibility: Designated accessible parking spaces are located on Carrer de Padilla, with gentle slopes leading to the entrance.
Tips & Advice
- Use the free cloakroom for Sala 2. It's shared with Sala 3 and sits at the Sala 3 entrance, which you reach from the Sala 2 entrance.
- If you drive, don't count on the special concert parking rate, because it doesn't apply to concerts run by outside promoters like this one.
- Take Tram T4 to Auditori/Teatre Nacional or the metro to Marina, Monumental or Bogatell to avoid parking altogether.
- Come early and visit the Museu de la Música before the show, because your concert ticket gets you in free that day.
Special Events & Promotions
- This year's program includes works by composers who have anniversaries this year, alongside popular film scores.
- With your concert ticket you can visit the Museu de la Música for free on the day of the concert.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What's on the program?
Part I mixes classical and Catalan pieces, including Strauss's Roses from the South, Solveig's Song by Grieg, Casals' El cant dels ocells, a sardana, a havanera and Falla's Ritual Fire Dance. Part II is film music, including Amélie, The Impossible and The Lord of the Rings. It also has What a Wonderful World and the tango from Moulin Rouge, and it ends with Pepita Sellés' Suite nadalenca.
Who is performing?
The Orquestra de Cambra d'Acordions de Barcelona, an accordion orchestra Pepita Sellés founded in 1948. Jesús Otero conducts, and Consol Grau plays castanets.
How long is the concert?
About two hours.
How do I get there by public transport?
Take Tram T4 to Auditori/Teatre Nacional, or the metro to Marina (L1), Monumental (L2) or Bogatell (L4). Several bus lines also stop nearby, and there's bike parking in front of the building.
Can I eat or drink before the show?
Yes. On weekends Bar Llanterna inside L'Auditori opens an hour before concerts start.
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