On 2027-01-14 at the Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg, the Alexej Gerassimez Percussion Collective will present a virtuosic and theatrical program that showcases the full expressive range of contemporary percussion. Led by Alexej Gerassimez and featuring a tight ensemble of multi-instrumentalists, the concert blends dazzling solo passages, intricate ensemble interplay, and unexpected timbral textures created from marimbas, vibraphones, drums, prepared instruments and found objects. The repertoire moves seamlessly between freshly commissioned works, imaginative arrangements of familiar pieces and improvisatory moments that highlight both technical mastery and sensitive musicality, while the Elbphilharmonie's renowned acoustics amplify every detail of attack, resonance and silence. Visual elements and precise choreography of movement add a dramatic dimension to the sound, turning each gesture into part of the storytelling and inviting listeners to experience rhythm as both pulse and narrative. Audiences can expect a program that is as intellectually stimulating as it is viscerally exciting, appealing to seasoned classical patrons and newcomers drawn to bold contemporary performance alike. Advance tickets are recommended to secure seats for this singular concert in Hamburg's landmark hall.
