Germany very much values classical music. Since arriving our favorite radio station in the car has been Radio Bayern - (Raadio Klassic). Selections are excellent. Most we have not previously heard. Possibly the language, while German, is spoken in a soothing voice and happier than most German - Katie would say "more French".
I decided to explore our local symphony, Bamberger Symphoniker. It originated in 1946 comprised of refugee musicians from the German Symphony in Prague. All concerts are sold out due to their popularity and intimate but beautiful concert hall. (Normally I would insert a photo here but was behaving well and did not bring my camera. The following link will show you what I saw: http://www.bambergsymphony.com/startseite.html?&L=1
How does one get a ticket if said concert is sold out? Park in Symphony ramp, scout for single elderly woman (husband probably tired from week and didn't want to attend) and look lost. Ask prey for directions. Success on first attempt. Her daughter lives near Seattle and she has visited US eight times. Perfect English also. Happy to help: She talked me past angry ticket guy at door and gave guidance to a small table in the corner where returned tickets were available. Saved from embarrassing myself asking for tickets at the door ( see blog from Wed Dec 31 - Berlin City of Drama and Dreams - miss our editor, she writes so much better!) I purchased perfect seat.
Fellow next to me was an elderly widower who provided enjoyable conversation. My favorite line after a few minutes of talking:
You don't sound American ...
NO SLANG
I decided to explore our local symphony, Bamberger Symphoniker. It originated in 1946 comprised of refugee musicians from the German Symphony in Prague. All concerts are sold out due to their popularity and intimate but beautiful concert hall. (Normally I would insert a photo here but was behaving well and did not bring my camera. The following link will show you what I saw: http://www.bambergsymphony.com/startseite.html?&L=1
How does one get a ticket if said concert is sold out? Park in Symphony ramp, scout for single elderly woman (husband probably tired from week and didn't want to attend) and look lost. Ask prey for directions. Success on first attempt. Her daughter lives near Seattle and she has visited US eight times. Perfect English also. Happy to help: She talked me past angry ticket guy at door and gave guidance to a small table in the corner where returned tickets were available. Saved from embarrassing myself asking for tickets at the door ( see blog from Wed Dec 31 - Berlin City of Drama and Dreams - miss our editor, she writes so much better!) I purchased perfect seat.
Fellow next to me was an elderly widower who provided enjoyable conversation. My favorite line after a few minutes of talking:
You don't sound American ...
NO SLANG
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