When does the concert start and how long does it last

Start is on Friday, 03.04.2026, at 18:00; the end is scheduled for 20:30, the duration is about 150 minutes.

Where does the concert take place

In the Luther Church Cottbus, Thiemstraße 27, 03050 Cottbus. Access is via Lutherstraße; the church is located close to the main train station.

How much does a ticket cost

The admission price according to the organizer is 17 Euros, reduced 13 Euros. Ticket sales are handled by the State Theater Cottbus.

Is there information on accessibility

According to regional church information, the Luther Church is partially accessible. If individual needs arise, please inquire directly with the community or organizer.

Who is participating and what program will be heard

Georg Friedrich Handel's oratorio 'Solomon' HWV 67 will be performed. Participants include: Conductor Christian Möbius, Chamber Choir of the Singakademie Cottbus e.V., Bach Consort Cottbus, as well as soloists.

Is there a particularly famous passage

Yes, the entrance of the Queen of Sheba is among the most famous passages from 'Solomon' and is often experienced as a shining highlight.

Good Friday Concert: Handel's Solomon ignites light, wisdom, silent splendor live in Cottbus

Name: Good Friday Concert: Handel Solomon – Luther Church Cottbus
Start: 2026-04-03T20:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-04-03T22:30:00+02:00
Location: Lutherkirche Cottbus

Good Friday Concert in Cottbus: Handel's 'Solomon' fills the Luther Church

On Friday, April 3, 2026, Georg Friedrich Handel's oratorio 'Solomon' transforms the Luther Church Cottbus into a space for sound, contemplation, and great choral culture. Under the direction of Christian Möbius, the chamber choir of the Singakademie Cottbus e.V. and the Bach Consort Cottbus perform – a Good Friday concert that makes wisdom, judgment, and baroque splendor tangible.

Great sound, fine details: The live experience

The live atmosphere in the neo-Gothic Luther Church makes Handel's colorful orchestration shine: double choirs respond to each other, woodwinds and strings breathe together, solo voices sketch intimate prayer moments. The famous entrance of the Queen of Sheba rises like a festive arc of light before quiet intimacy envelops the space again.

Professionally founded: Work, dramaturgy, cast

'Solomon', HWV 67, was created in 1748/49 as an English-language oratorio in three parts. It bundles episodes around King Solomon: the dedication of the temple, the judgment of Solomon, and the encounter with the Queen of Sheba. Handel relies on richly orchestrated choirs, contrasting arias, and scenic tableaus – ideal for the acoustics of the Luther Church. Cast in Cottbus: Conductor Christian Möbius; Soprano Anne Martha Schuitemaker, Miko Abe; Mezzo-soprano Isabelle Osenau; Tenor Dirk Kleinke; Bass Andreas Jäpel; Chamber Choir of the Singakademie Cottbus e.V.; Bach Consort Cottbus.

Audience mood: Breath, space, resonance

When the choir and orchestra breathe synchronously in the vast church acoustics, that audience mood arises that carries great oratorio evenings: focused, respectful, touched. The sound remains transparent, the conducting shapes arcs and clear articulation – ideal conditions for an impressive concert experience on Good Friday.

Fans' voices

The reactions online are clear: Singakademie Cottbus delights its community.

Instagram: 'Can't wait to experience Solomon live on Good Friday!'
Facebook: 'The acoustics of the Luther Church are perfect for Handel – goosebumps guaranteed.'

Conclusion

An evening between silent devotion and baroque brilliance: Handel's 'Solomon' offers choral jubilation, cantabile arias, and fine instrumental colors. Cottbus experiences a Good Friday concert that resonates long after – secure your tickets now and experience this oratorio in the special atmosphere of the Luther Church.