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New grand pianos for Muziekgebouw Eindhoven: ‘An outstanding instrument truly makes a big difference’

At the beginning of September, a delegation from Muziekgebouw Eindhoven travelled to Hamburg together with renowned pianist Boris Giltburg. There, they visited the prestigious piano manufacturer Stein...

Nights in white satin: from white sheets to a late bloomer

It is 1967. The Summer of Love is in full swing and the music scene is awash with psychedelic sounds and pop tunes. Yet in a London studio something different is taking shape: the new 19-year-old song...

First Moroccan Bladi festival a great success: ‘Never let anyone tell you that you can only have one “bladi”!’

'I've walked past it for years, but I've never been inside,' says ambassador Najat Toub-Arssi. It's a telling example of how Muziekgebouw Eindhoven still hasn't managed to reach everyone. That's why, ...

Jack Pisters appointed as General Director of Muziekgebouw Eindhoven

On 1 September, Jack Pisters was appointed as the new General Director of Muziekgebouw Eindhoven. He succeeds Edo Righini, who stepped down from the concert hall on 1 July.

Exhibition by Zoë Papaikonomou on view for a month at M

From 15 October to 16 November, LinkedIn TopVoice and leading investigative journalist Zoë Papaikonomou will present an exhibition at M in Muziekgebouw Eindhoven. The exhibition is part of the DDW Mi...

Ticketbalie Stadsfoyer Muziekgebouw Eindhoven

A glimpse into our foyers

The concert has ended. The lights come back on and the hall quickly empties: the perfect moment to enjoy a drink while reflecting on the performance. And where better to do so than in the foyers of Mu...

Tolkien avant la lettre: Das Rheingold sets the tone for Wagner’s Der Ring des Nibelungen (#1)

Think Tolkien was the first to tell a tale about a magical ring? Think again. More than fifty years before The Hobbit appeared, the German composer Richard Wagner had already penned an epic brimming w...

Classics Uncovered: How do you read the titles of classical works?

Classics Uncovered #1 • Piano Sonata No. 14, Op. 27, No. 2 in C-sharp minor, Adagio sostenuto. Does your head start spinning when you read that? Understandable! The official title notation of classi...

Anna: “I sent an email to say I wasn’t coming back to Poland”

World of Sound #1 • In this series, we speak with Eindhoven residents from different cultural communities. The conversation is guided by five songs that hold special meaning for them. This time, ...

Piano tuner Marc: ‘There’s magic in the finest grand pianos’

Backstage Stories #1 • Grand pianos hold no secrets for Marc van Hoorn anymore. As a piano tuner, he's been a familiar face at Muziekgebouw Eindhoven for 33 years. Several times a week, he prepares ...

Jeroen Dijsselbloem, Edo Righini, Andreas Fleishmann

Metropole Orchestra to become orchestra-in-residence at Muziekgebouw Eindhoven from 2026

From 2026 onwards, the Metropole Orkest will become the orchestra-in-residence at Muziekgebouw Eindhoven. On Friday 27 June, both organisations signed a plan to collaborate more closely. This marks a ...

Annual report 2024: more visitors than ever before, +30% compared to last year

2024 can rightfully be called a record year for Muziekgebouw Eindhoven. We welcomed a total of 221,000 paying visitors, more than ever before, marking a remarkable 30% increase compared to last year. ...

Sylvia van Es (Philips) en Edo Righini (Muziekgebouw Eindhoven)

Philips and Muziekgebouw Eindhoven renew their partnership

Philips and Muziekgebouw Eindhoven have renewed their partnership. Through this collaboration, Philips underscores the importance of culture and its strong connection with Eindhoven.

MgE director Edo Righini appointed co-executive board member of concert and conference venue De Doelen Rotterdam

After four intensive and successful years, Edo Righini will leave Muziekgebouw Eindhoven on 1 July 2025 to take the next step in his career. He will join the executive board of concert hall De Doelen ...

Hidden gem: Who are those mysterious heads on the facade?

Anyone who's ever walked across the Markt in the centre of Eindhoven may have noticed them: the faces gazing down from high up on the facade of Muziekgebouw Eindhoven, watching over the square. They'v...

Tabitha in Eindhoven: A unique show with personal stories and powerful lyrics.

Last Saturday it finally happened: Tabitha made her debut at Muziekgebouw Eindhoven! The popular singer-songwriter put on a show that was a bit different from what you might expect. It wasn't a standa...

Klassiek seizoen 25-26 met als hoofdfoto Yuja Wang

MgE presents classical season 25-26

Muziekgebouw Eindhoven presents a new season full of unique classical concerts for 2025/2026. The season offers a rich variety of performances, ranging from intimate chamber music to grand internation...

Bettina ten behoeve van Eindhoven Toegankelijk

Bettina: “A person with a disability is just a human being too”

For most people, it's the most natural thing in the world to go somewhere without facing any challenges. But that's not the case for people with a physical disability. Take Bettina (54), for example, ...

Kissin en Capucon Muziekgebouw Eindhoven

As a page turner, you have the best seat’

Few people get to experience a piano recital as intimately as Ade Nicolas (Nico, 23). He sits on stage, right next to the pianist. Though he often remains in the shadow of great artists like Evgeny Ki...

A carefree experience with the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower

A night out at a concert can be a wonderful experience, but for some visitors, it also comes with challenges. Not all disabilities are visible, and that is exactly what the Hidden Disabilities Sunflow...