When does the concert start and where does it take place?

The concert starts on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at 19:15 in Moritzsaal St. Moritz, Moritzplatz 5, 86150 Augsburg.

What is the admission fee?

Admission is free; registration is not required.

What program will be performed?

Dvořák's Piano Quintet in A Major, op. 81 in a chamber music setting is scheduled.

Are there designated parking spaces and recommendations for arriving?

Parking in the city center is limited; public transport is recommended. Tram 1 or 2 to Moritzplatz stop, a few minutes walking distance.

Is access barrier-free?

The Moritzkirche and Moritzsaal have barrier-free access.

Is there a seat reservation or free seating?

No registration is needed; free seating applies. Arriving early secures good seats.

Cristina Marton-Argerich live in Augsburg

Name: Cristina Marton-Argerich & Young Classic Artists – Soundscapes of Romanticism
Start: 2026-06-14T21:15:00+02:00
End: 2026-06-14T22:45:00+02:00
Location: Moritzsaal St. Moritz

Soundscapes of Romanticism: Dvořák's Piano Quintet Shines in Moritzsaal

An evening that breathes chamber music: On June 14, 2026, at 19:15, Romanian pianist Cristina Marton-Argerich will perform Dvořák's Piano Quintet in A Major, op. 81, with the Young Classic Artists in the Moritzsaal St. Moritz. Admission is free – a gift to everyone who wants to experience the great romantic repertoire up close.

Presence at the Piano: Virtuosity with a Sense of Timbre

Marton-Argerich, awarded in international competitions and with performances at renowned venues, shapes the piano sound with a delicate touch and controlled dynamics. Her playing maintains ensemble balance, allows themes to breathe, and sets bright accents without overshadowing the chamber music transparency.

Ensemble Culture: Breath, Bow, Balance

The Young Classic Artists represent fresh interpretations of the core repertoire. In Dvořák's op. 81, they combine lyrical melodies with buoyant rhythms; the orchestration of the voices remains chamber music transparent. This creates a concert experience where sound spaces, hall acoustics, and audience atmosphere merge into a dense live atmosphere.

Romantic Color Palette: Song, Dance, Sound of Home

From the broadly stretched Adagio to the dance-like finale: Dvořák consolidates Bohemian idioms, cantabile lines, and intricate voice weaving. In Moritzsaal – known for its clear acoustics and intimate proximity to the stage – these contrasts appear particularly intense: soft strings, warm piano, precise synchronization in Scherzo and variations.

Context and Class

As an artistic collaborator at the Leopold Mozart Center, Marton-Argerich combines international stage experience with pedagogical expertise. Recordings with Martha Argerich demonstrate her chamber music authority; engagements with renowned orchestras underline the breadth of her stage performance.

Conclusion

A focused evening full of warmth, expansiveness, and romantic colors: Dvořák's Piano Quintet in Moritzsaal promises closeness to the music, pulsating ensemble sound, and an audience that carries every breath of the phrases. Admission is free – secure your spot in time and experience chamber music that touches the heart.