When does the Sunday Matinee take place?

The Sunday matinee begins on Sunday, December 13, 2026, at 11:30 AM.

Where does the concert take place?

The venue is the Mainz State Theater - Great House at Gutenbergplatz 7 in 55116 Mainz.

How much does admission cost?

The regular price is 14.50 euros.

What music will be played?

The program will feature selected works from the chamber music literature, including great classics and special rarities.

Who performs at the matinee?

Members of the Philharmonic State Orchestra Mainz as well as invited guests in various chamber music ensembles will perform.

Chamber Music on Sunday: This Matinee Transforms Mainz into a Concert Hall

Name: Concert: Sunday Matinee
Start: 2026-12-13T11:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-12-13T13:00:00+01:00
Location: Staatstheater Mainz - Großes Haus

Sunday Matinee at the Mainz State Theater: Chamber Music for a Relaxed Start to the Week

On Sunday, December 13, 2026, the Mainz State Theater invites you to a special musical matinee. Members of the Philharmonic State Orchestra Mainz and selected guests will present finely curated chamber music in a concentrated, immediate atmosphere in the foyer of the Great House.

Musical Diversity in an Intimate Setting

The Sunday matinee is dedicated to the great diversity of chamber music literature. Various ensembles will showcase self-selected works, combining great classics with special rarities. The reduced instrumentation creates space for transparent timbres, precise synchronization, and the lively interplay of individual voices.

Experience Philharmonic Quality Up Close

The members of the Philharmonic State Orchestra Mainz bring their experience from the orchestra pit and stage performances into a format that combines closeness and musical detail work. In the foyer of the Great House, articulation, dynamics, and finely tuned orchestration can be experienced very directly.

A Sunday Morning Full of Sound and Atmosphere

The start at 11:30 AM makes the matinee the ideal cultural appointment for anyone wanting to kick off their Sunday with classical music. Amid warm instrumental colors, precise ensemble sound, and the unique audience atmosphere of a morning performance, a concentrated concert experience emerges in the heart of Mainz.

Conclusion: Chamber Music with a Personal Touch

The Sunday matinee at the Mainz State Theater promises varied chamber music, high-profile musicians, and intensive live atmosphere. Those who want to experience classical music up close with carefully selected works will find a delightful start for the Advent Sunday.