The Orchestra of the Münster University of Music
Participation in the Orchestra of the Münster University of Münster, the MHS Orchestra for short, is a central part of the students' education at the Musikhochschule Münster. As a rule, an orchestra project takes place in each semester. This includes weekly work in rehearsals, repertoire rehearsals and a final rehearsal phase before the semester concert. Thematic workshops may also be offered.
The training is based on the requirements for musicians in a professional orchestra (symphony orchestra, theatre orchestra or free ensemble). The working methods and structures of these orchestras are integrated into the rehearsal routine of the MHS orchestra. In this way, students can gain practical experience in an authentic orchestra environment during their studies.
In addition, the standard repertoire is rehearsed during the rehearsal periods. with a view to future rehearsals. Regular participation in concerts also
will familiarise the students with the real demands of a professional orchestra. The repertoire focuses on both the classics of orchestral literature and contemporary works. The repertoire to be played is determined by the Orchestra Council of the University of Music in the run-up to each semester.
The organizational rules of the orchestra can be found in the orchestra rules.
Artistic Director
Our guest conductor Aurélien Bello will conduct the symphony orchestra's end-of-semester concert on 8 February.
The French harpist, composer and conductor is artistic director of the symphony orchestra at the Bach Music High School in Berlin and regularly performs at the Philharmonie Berlin and other major concert halls. Since his debut as a conductor in Venezuela in 2005, he has conducted many well-known ensembles and opera productions.The concert is entitled ‘Legends’: The late Romantic French composer Mel Bonis (1858 - 1937) published around 300 compositions, including piano, organ and vocal works, chamber music and 11 orchestral works. Her opulent soundscapes from Trois femmes de légende meet Gli uccelli by her Italian contemporary Ottorino Respighi, an equally loving and impressive Baroque homage in bird's clothing. Beethoven's early masterpiece, his Symphony No. 2 in D major, completes the programme. It can be heard as an homage to the two great Viennese Haydn and Mozart, but the typical Beethovenian sonority is also present.
Orchestra Office
The Orchestra Office is responsible for all organisational matters concerning the orchestra projects at the Münster University of Music. - It can best be reached by e-mail.
Orchestra Office
Prof. Koh Gabriel Kameda, Leitung
Ludgeriplatz 1
48151 Münster
Tel: +49 251 83-27455
Fax: +49 251 83-27460
E-Mail: orchesterbuero.mhs@uni-muenster.de
Orchestra Council
The Orchestra Council is an indispensable body for the orchestra work that represents the interests of all parties to the orchestra, ensures efficiency and harmony in cooperation and promotes excellence in musical performance. Its work contributes significantly to the success and stability of the orchestra. The Orchestra Council is the decision-making body for the MHS Orchestra. The Orchestra Council works closely with the Orchestra Office to support the long-term planning and development of the orchestra. This may include the development of long-term strategic goals, budgeting, concert programme design and various selection processes. The members consist of representatives from all orchestra groups. Meetings are held regularly, at least twice a semester.
Registration and dates
Registration for participation in the orchestra takes place within the framework of the course selection by the students and in consultation with the main subject teachers. Depending on the study regulations, participation in the orchestra is, if required, compulsory for students from the first semester onwards.
Wintersemester 2024/25
Lecture
Tuesdays, 18:45 - 21:45 Uhr
Location: Aula am Aasee, Scharnhorststraße 100, 48151 MünsterPublic concerts
Saturday, 14.12.24, 19:30
Christmas concert by the Münster Chamber Ensemble: ‘Klassik meets pop’
Programme: Compositions by Martin Biesecke and Melvin Schulz/Menningmann, among others, as well as touching highlights that transcend genre boundaries
Performers: Kammerensemble Münster & students from MS Pop, Philipp Cramer (conductor)
Venue: Concert hall of the University of Music, Ludgeriplatz 1, 48151 MünsterSaturday, 08.02.25, 19:30
End-of-semester concert by the university orchestra: ‘Legends’
Programme: Mel Bonis: Ophélie and Salomé from Trois femmes de légende; Ottorino Respighi: Gli uccelli; Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony No. 2 in D major op. 36
Performers: Symphony Orchestra of the University of Music, Aurélien Bello (conductor)
Venue: Auditorium H1, Schlossplatz 46, 48143 Münster