Who is on the lineup for the evening?

Gábor Boldoczki trumpet and flugelhorn as well as the Kammerakademie Potsdam under the musical direction of Peter Rainer.

How long does the concert last?

About two hours are planned from 19:00 to 21:00 including a break, based on the organizer's information.

Which works are programmatically in focus?

Baroque and early classical music by Leclair, C. P. E. Bach, Couperin, Rameau, Boccherini, and a symphony by Frederick the Great.

How much does a ticket cost?

There are three price levels: 60 euros, 45 euros, and 35 euros. The format '45' before is included in the ticket price.

Is there an introduction before the concert?

Yes, 45 minutes before the concert begins, the format '45' before takes place. This short event is included in the ticket price.

How is arrival and parking organized?

Parking garages in the city center, such as Schlosspark-Center and Marienplatz, are recommended with a short walk to the cathedral. Public transport connection via stops around Marienplatz.

Versailles and Sanssouci United: Baroque Splendor, Trumpet Brilliance, Goosebumps in the Schwerin Cathedral

Name: Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Festival: Versailles & Sanssouci
Start: 2026-06-19T21:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-06-19T23:00:00+02:00
Location: Schweriner Dom St. Marien und St. Johannis

Versailles & Sanssouci in the Schwerin Cathedral: Baroque Splendor Meets Festival Magic

When trumpet virtuoso Gábor Boldoczki and the Kammerakademie Potsdam perform at the summer festival of the Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Festival, pure festival atmosphere is created. On June 19, 2026, a multi-day experience unfolds in the gothic pillars of the Schwerin Cathedral: an evening that brings together royal sound worlds from Versailles and Sanssouci, driven by the strong sense of community of the festival family.

Royal Sound Worlds: From Louis XIV to Frederick the Great

The program dramaturgy spans a sparkling arc over two courts: Rameau's dance sparks, Couperin's royal elegance, Leclair's brilliance – contrasted with sensitive classical music from C. P. E. Bach and a symphony of Frederick the Great. This artist lineup of early music masters meets the tonal colors of the Kammerakademie Potsdam; Boldoczki's trumpet brilliance sets soloistic accents on flugelhorn and trumpet.

Acoustics that Carry: Cathedral Space as a Natural Concert Hall

The open-air acoustics remain outside – in the cathedral, the stone vault provides clear, powerful projection. The main stage in the nave delineates contours of finest articulation; side-stage impressions arise when woodwinds and strings respond dialogically across the church nave. The result: an immersive listening experience between breathlessness and goosebumps.

Festival Organization with Added Value: 45' Before – Encounters & Knowledge

45 minutes before the concert begins, the popular format '45' Before' takes place – a compact introduction that opens backgrounds, repertoire, and interpretative approaches. This knowledge update is included in the ticket and strengthens the sense of community before the first note.

Comfort for the Audience: Arrival, Parking, Process

Thanks to its central location in Schwerin's old town, visitors can easily reach the cathedral by public transport and park in nearby parking garages around Marienplatz and Schlosspark-Center. Short walks lead directly to the entrance – ideal for a relaxed concert evening in festival rhythm.

Voices of the Fans

The reactions in the festival community are clear: Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Festival delights its fans.

Instagram: 'Can't wait to hear the trumpet shine in the cathedral – festival family, we are back!'
YouTube: 'Baroque splendor, modern energy – this lineup sounds like pure festival moment.'
Facebook: 'Schwerin Cathedral + KAP + Boldoczki = Home game for the soul.'

Conclusion: An Evening Between Splendor and Pulse

Versailles & Sanssouci combines courtly elegance with vibrant presence. In the unique acoustics of the Schwerin Cathedral, with a clearly curated lineup and the popular '45' before', visitors can expect a concentrated multi-day feeling in two intense hours. Secure your tickets now and experience festival magic live.