Early Music & Classical Music
The history of music in Cologne is unique. The genius Ludwig van Beethoven made his debut here.
The influential composer, conductor and music pedagogue Ferdinand Hiller, as director of the Cologne Concert Society, was able to attract numerous national and international composers and interpreters for first-class performances.
Thus the Rhine metropolis grew into a place known beyond its borders for outstanding performances and important world premieres of classical music.
With the opening of the Kölner Philharmonie, Cologne now boasts one of the leading concert halls in Europe, along with numerous other venues.