The Max Reger Institute aims to make the life and work of the composer known to a wider public. It is open to experts and interested laymen alike: The extensive collection and the library make the institute a treasure trove for all interested parties. Information about Max Reger's work and life can be found on the Max Reger Portal.
The European Chamber Music Competition will take place at the Karlsruhe University of Music from 24 to 26 September 2025. This is the 10th time the Max Reger Institute has organised the competition, in which all participating young ensembles are required to perform a piece by Max Reger.
This year, eight duos and six trios have been admitted, all of whom will perform Reger’s works in their original instrumentation. The competition and the final concert on Friday, 26 September 2025 at 7:30 p.m. are open to the public, and admission is free.
Following the great success of the serenade on 10 August, the second concert will take place on Thursday, 28 August at 7:00 pm. Trio Mikado, featuring Petar Hristov (oboe), Bettina Beigelbeck (clarinet), and Mateus Távora (bassoon), will perform Mozart’s Divertimento from KV 436b, Beethoven’s variations on “Là ci darem la mano”, a divertimento by Adolf Busch, works by Max Reger, and Brazilian music by Antônio Carlos Jobim. In between – as a special treat – there will be a burlesque piece “Carmen”, composed by the ensemble’s guiding spirit, Petar Hristov. As always, admission is free; donations are welcome.
Update: In view of the weather forecast, we are relocating our serenade concert to the Festsaal (banquet hall) of the Karlsburg Durlach, located across from the Max Reger Institute at Schlossplatz.
Andreas Arand’s article in REGER STUDIEN online presents numerous new findings on Max Reger’s organ performance, specifically examining his recordings for the Welte Philharmonic Reproducing Organ.
New entry in REGER STUDIEN Online
To mark the birthday of our Board of Trustees Chairman, Professor Dr. Thomas Seedorf, ten scholarly articles are being published in REGER STUDIEN online under the overarching title "Zeichen zu Klängen". They articles discuss a wide variety of topics related to Max Reger.
With great sorrow over the loss of the patron of our European Chamber Music Competition Karlsruhe, we remember Prof. Dr. h.c. Wolfgang Rihm.
Last Saturday, July 27, 2024, the Karlsruhe native, regarded as one of the greatest contemporary composers, passed away after a long, severe illness. Wolfgang Rihm will be remembered not only for his works but also for his understanding and humorous nature, which distinguished him as a person. His steadfast commitment to music, art, and culture will never be forgotten, especially in his hometown, and it will continue to inspire future generations of artists.
