When does the concert start and how long does it last

The concert starts on Saturday, 31.01.2026 at 20:00 at the GLOBE Coburg. The duration is approximately 2 hours including a break.

What is on the program

Ellen Taaffe Zwilich Jubilation, George Gershwin Piano Concerto with Frank Dupree, Leonard Bernstein Symphonic Dances from West Side Story, Duke Ellington Black, Brown and Beige Suite.

Who conducts and who is the soloist

The musical direction is by Daniel Carter. The piano soloist is Frank Dupree.

How much do the tickets cost

Tickets are available starting from 27 euros according to advance sale. Discounts are offered.

Are there parking options at the GLOBE

Yes, there is a visitor parking lot nearby. For theatergoers, there is a special ticket, further details are provided by the city of Coburg.

Is the location accessible

The GLOBE is a modern interim venue. Accessibility details will be communicated by the organizer; please contact the box office if needed.

America Sounds in Coburg: Gershwin, Bernstein, Ellington Unleash Magic

Name: 3rd Symphony Concert: I Like To Be In America – Landestheater Coburg
Start: 2026-01-31T21:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-01-31T23:00:00+01:00
Location: GLOBE Coburg

American Sound Colors at the GLOBE: Gershwin, Bernstein, Ellington – live in Coburg

The 3rd Symphony Concert I like to be in America invites you to an energetic orchestra evening at the GLOBE Coburg. The program features American icons and jazz-inspired masterpieces – a concert experience that combines sound, rhythm, and great emotions.

Program Full of Drive and Elegance

Ellen Taaffe Zwilich opens with Jubilation – sparkling orchestration, tight dramaturgy. George Gershwin's Piano Concerto combines symphonic form with blue notes and big band sound. Leonard Bernstein's Symphonic Dances from West Side Story ignite percussive colors, snap rhythms, and yearning melodies. The finale is shaped by Duke Ellington's Black, Brown and Beige Suite – symphonic jazz with history and depth.

Live Atmosphere and Acoustics in the GLOBE

The round architecture of the GLOBE concentrates the sound directly into the auditorium and up to the second tier. Precise synchronization of brass, woodwinds, and rhythm group meets warm strings – transparent, dynamic, immediate. Light moods accentuate solos and orchestral tutti, while the audience's excitement builds from number to number.

Artists, Direction, Context

Pianist Frank Dupree shines – with jazzy rubato and classical clarity. Daniel Carter conducts (musical direction). The Philharmonic Orchestra of the Landestheater Coburg combines stylistic expertise with top-level stage performance. The concert arises in cooperation with the Society of Friends of Music Coburg e.V. – on the occasion of 250 years of the USA.

Audience Proximity and Dramaturgy

Two hours of music with a break: from the fanfare brilliance of the opening to the pulsating finale. The setlist tells a journey through American music history – from concert hall to Broadway, from jazz club to symphony.

Fans' Voices

The reactions online are clear: The orchestra delights its community.

Instagram: 'Can’t wait to hear Gershwin live – goosebumps guaranteed!'
YouTube: 'Bernstein in the GLOBE – the dances sound incredibly direct here.'
Facebook: 'Ellington in symphonic form – Coburg has a knack for smart programs!'

Conclusion

An evening for heart and mind: great melodies, gripping groove, brilliant solos. Those who love American soundscapes will experience an intense live experience here – secure your tickets now.