Musik bei Kerzenschein
Visitors gather in the candlelight of St. Marienkirche for an evening of festive organ music. Organist Dirk Elsemann performs live organ improvisations on both well-known and newly invented Advent and Christmas songs.
What to Expect
Dirk Elsemann improvises on familiar and invented Advent and Christmas carols.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Advent music and organ concert fans
Vibe
Festive and contemplative
Energy Level
Low
Budget
€
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: December 3 and 10: 10 € / 5 € / free. The page gives the general organ-concert prices as 10 € normal price / 5 € reduced / free for people up to age 18 and people in education, unless otherwise stated.
- Hours: 19 Uhr on each date.
Tips & Advice
- Book through Eventbrite from no later than four weeks before the concert; each date is a separate concert with its own admission.
- If buying at the concert box office, do so at least 30 minutes before the concert begins.
- Check which concert program you want before booking: December 10 features Dirk Elsemann’s organ improvisations, while December 17 features *Ceremony of Carols*.
- Bring eligibility documentation if seeking reduced admission; free admission applies to people up to age 18 and people in education.
Special Events & Promotions
- Free admission for people up to age 18 and people in education.
- Reduced admission for pensioners, people with an eligibility card, people receiving transfer benefits, and Berlin volunteer card holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can I expect to hear at the December 10 concert?
Dirk Elsemann performs live organ improvisations on familiar and newly invented Advent and Christmas songs.
How do I get tickets, and can I buy them at the concert?
Tickets are available through Eventbrite from no later than four weeks before each concert, and at the concert box office at least 30 minutes before it begins.
Are there admission concessions for particular groups?
Admission is free for people up to age 18 and people in education. Reduced admission is available to pensioners, people with an eligibility card, people receiving transfer benefits, and Berlin volunteer card holders.
Is each concert part of one admission, or does each date require its own ticket?
Each date is a separate concert with its own admission.
What is different about the December 17 concert?
It features Benjamin Britten’s *Ceremony of Carols*, with harpist Anna Viechtl, MarienVokalconsort, Marie-Louise Schneider directing, and organist Xaver Schult.
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