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. You can find initial information on the homepage and the Max Reger Portal, also on Reger's 150th birthday in 2023.
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.
Together with the Karlsruhe University of Music, we will host the conference "Bearbeitung als Original. Funktionen und Ästhetik der Transkription um 1900" from October 18-20, 2024. For Max Reger, adaptations played a significant role, among other things, to "modernize" old music. His contemporary and occasional pen pal Ferruccio Busoni, whose 100th death anniversary is being commemorated this year, shared this passion.
As part of the conference, there will be two concerts: on October 18th with the Karlsruhe Ensemble Mikado featuring oboist Petar Hristov; and on October 19th with Prof. Sontraud Speidel and Florian Kleinertz from the Karlsruhe University of Music, as well as the piano duo Prof. Rinko Hama and Prof. Ruben Meliksetian, both former graduates of the Karlsruhe University of Music.
In a conversation with Moritz Chelius, Freiburg clarinetist Kilian Herold talks about his passion for Max Reger's Clarinet Quintet. He reveals the difficulties of the piece and the parts he particularly enjoys. He recorded the quintet in 2023 with the Armida Quartet on CD, along with the Clarinet Quintet by Reger's student Johanna Senfter.
