Fri, 02 Oct 2026, 20:00

„Rainer Maria Rilke for ever - Poetry & Jazz in honor of the poet“

Line-up:

Karl-Heinz Barthelmeus - recitation
Albrecht Gündel-vom Hofe - piano, comp & arr
Urs Johnen - bass
David Millán - drums

This evening we celebrate the great poet Rainer Maria Rilke through dialogues between his powerful, musical poetry and the finely nuanced music of jazz pianist Albrecht Gündel-vom Hofe. This evening is part of a five-part cycle with the Poetry & Jazz Project, which is accompanying Rilke's anniversary year in 2026.

Rilke's poetry will be recited in the original German.

This headphone concert is part of the new Silent Series — quiet, immersive live experiences with optional headphone use. With support from Yamaha, Sennheiser and René George Klaviere.

At the bar: Dietmar Althoff & Juan Cucalon.

3 Sets between 20 and 23h.

Free admission, culture contribution welcome (5 Euros per set minimum).

Limited seats, reservation recommended under info@silentjazzbar.de.