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Johann Sebastian Bach's Christmas Oratorio with Verena Altenberger

With Verena Altenberger, the Salzburg Philharmonic brings a true all-round talent from the acting and theater scene to the stage. With true storytelling artistry, Altenberger guides the audience through the pre-Christmas concert evening and accompanies musical excerpts from Bach's Christmas Oratorio with stories about the composer's family.


Artist
Verena Altenberger · Storyteller
Elisabeth Fuchs · Conductor
Choir of the Salzburg Philharmonic
Salzburg Philharmonic

Program
J. S. Bach · Christmas Oratorio, BWV 248, Excerpts (Chorales & Choirs)
J. S. Bach · Orchestral Suite No. 3, D major, BWV 1068, Overture & Air
J. S. Bach · Brandenburg Concerto No. 3, G major, BWV 1048, 1st Movement, Allegro

Bach Sons:
W. F. Bach · Sinfonia in d minor, F 65, 1st Movement, Adagio
C. Ph. E. Bach · Magnificat anima mea from the Magnificat, Wq 215
J. Chr. F. Bach · Symphony No. 10, E-flat major, 3rd Movement, Allegro assai
J. Chr. Bach · Symphony in D major, op.18, No. 4, 1st Movement, Allegro

More information on the official event page.


Date & Time

  • Wednesday, 09. Dec 2026 from 19:30
  • Thursday, 10. Dec 2026 from 19:30

Contact

Philharmonie Salzburg
Moosstraße 86
5020 Salzburg
Tel. +43650 5172030

Booking

Philharmonie Salzburg
Moosstraße 86
5020 Salzburg
Tel. +43650 5172030

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