When does BOSY Extra: Viennese Melange take place?

The concert takes place on Thursday, December 31, 2026, from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM.

Where does the concert take place?

The venue is the Great Hall of the Anneliese Brost Musikforum Ruhr, Marienplatz 1, 44787 Bochum.

What do the tickets cost?

Tickets for the event on December 31, 2026, at 4:30 PM are available from 30 Euro. Prices vary depending on the price category and type of discount.

Who performs at the Viennese Melange?

The Bochum Symphony Orchestra plays with Bryan Cheng on cello. Aurel Dawidiuk conducts.

What works are on the program?

The program includes Friedrich Gulda's concerto for cello and wind orchestra as well as waltzes, marches, and polkas by Johann Strauss.

How can I get to the Musikforum Ruhr?

The Musikforum Ruhr is about a twelve-minute walk from Bochum Hauptbahnhof. Alternatively, a station with the U 308 or U 318 leads to the stop Bermuda3Eck/Musikforum.

Viennese Waltz, Cello, and New Year's Magic: Bochum Celebrates the New Year

Name: BOSY Extra: Viennese Melange - Concert for the New Year
Start: 2026-12-31T16:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-12-31T18:00:00+01:00
Location: Anneliese Brost Musikforum Ruhr - Großer Saal

Viennese Sound Magic for the New Year at the Musikforum Ruhr

On New Year's Eve afternoon, the Bochum Symphony Orchestra invites you to a festive Viennese Melange in the Great Hall of the Anneliese Brost Musikforum Ruhr. The concert combines the elegant sound of the Viennese waltz with virtuosic orchestral music, creating a mood-setting musical transition into the New Year.

Virtuoso Cello Meets Orchestral Colorations

At the center is Friedrich Gulda's concerto for cello and wind orchestra. The Canadian cellist Bryan Cheng brings technical precision, expressive depth, and a striking stage performance to this extraordinary work. The Bochum Symphony Orchestra shapes the richly colored orchestral sound under the direction of Aurel Dawidiuk.

Waltzes, Marches, and Polkas to Ring in the New Year

Johann Strauss provides the festive musical backdrop: Waltzes, marches, and polkas bring the Viennese tradition to life. Precise synchronization, dance-like rhythms, and the characteristic lightness of Strauss's music create a concert atmosphere of elegance, energy, and end-of-year spirit.

Live Atmosphere in the Great Hall

The Great Hall of the Anneliese Brost Musikforum Ruhr offers the perfect space for this classical concert experience. Clearly defined strings, radiant brass, and warm acoustics allow the musical details to resonate directly. The audience experiences a festive stage performance with familiar melodies and an exceptional solo concert.

Conclusion: With Music into the New Year

The concert BOSY Extra: Viennese Melange combines virtuosic cello, grand orchestral music, and Viennese festive sounds. Those who want to usher in the New Year with cultivated live music, magnificent waltz rhythms, and a special audience atmosphere will find a mood-setting concert date at the Musikforum Ruhr. Secure your tickets in advance and experience the year-end live in Bochum.