When does the concert start?

The concert begins on December 13, 2026, at 6:30 PM.

Where does the event take place?

At Rheingoldhalle in Mainz, Rheinstraße 66, 55116 Mainz.

How much do the tickets cost?

The cheapest single tickets start at 19 euros.

Is there a concert introduction?

Yes, a free concert introduction takes place at 5:45 PM.

Is Rheingoldhalle easily accessible?

Yes, Rheingoldhalle is centrally located. For access by car, parking garages in the city center are mentioned, and Mainz main station is also easily accessible.

What music is on the program?

The focus is on Grieg's Peer Gynt suites in an arrangement for Hardanger fiddle and violin as well as Carl Nielsen's Second Symphony The Four Temperaments.

Nordic Christmas in Mainz: Ragnhild Hemsing ignites Grieg's wintry sound splendor

Name: Mainz Master Concerts - Nordic Christmas
Start: 2026-12-13T19:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-12-13T21:30:00+01:00
Location: Rheingoldhalle

Nordic Christmas in Rheingoldhalle: Ragnhild Hemsing brings Grieg's sound poetry to Mainz

On December 13, 2026, Norwegian sound magic meets great concert tradition at Rheingoldhalle Mainz: Ragnhild Hemsing, acclaimed violinist and Hardanger fiddle player, will create an evening with the Mainz Master Concerts that transforms Peer Gynt, Grieg, and wintry intensity into a special live experience.

An evening between snow, longing, and orchestral power

Hemsing is known for her work between classical violin and Hardanger fiddle. On her website, she describes this dual role as an encounter between two musical worlds that do not stand side by side but breathe together. This Christmas concert draws its tension from exactly this: folkloric colors, symphonic breadth, and that clear Nordic narrative power that continues to fascinate people about Peer Gynt.

Peer Gynt in a new radiance

At the center is Edvard Grieg's famous music for Peer Gynt, arranged for Hardanger fiddle and violin with orchestra. Mainz Klassik announces the evening as Nordic Christmas and promises an emotional resonance that echoes far beyond the concert hall. Additionally, Carl Nielsen's Second Symphony The Four Temperaments will provide the evening with additional dramatic contour and orchestral depth.

The Rheingoldhalle as a sound space with character

The Rheingoldhalle is regarded as a venue with a large stage, clear acoustics, and good suitability for symphonic formats. For visitors, this means: a wide-ranging sound, precise contours in quiet passages, and enough space for the vibrant colors of a festive classical evening. The location is centrally located in Mainz, with connections via the main train station and parking garages in the downtown area nearby.

Excitement with substance

Ragnhild Hemsing connects Nordic folklore, historically grown instrumental culture, and modern concert dramaturgy at the highest level. Those who experience this concert will not receive an ordinary Christmas program, but a multi-layered concert experience filled with atmosphere, elegance, and emotional impact. An evening for all who seek great live music with a winter aura and true musical craftsmanship.