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25-552: The inspiration for constructing a concert hall in Luxembourg is closely linked to the old RTL Symphonic Orchestra , now known as the Luxembourg Philharmonic Orchestra (OPL). With the privatisation of RTL in 1992, the channel was no longer obliged to support an orchestra. The Luxembourg State decided to take the orchestra over and place it in the responsibility of an establishment specially created for this purpose,

50-705: Is a symphony orchestra based in Luxembourg City , Luxembourg . The orchestra formerly performed at the Grand Théâtre de la Ville de Luxembourg and the Conservatoire de Luxembourg . Its current home is the Philharmonie Luxembourg , a large concert hall opened in 2005 in the Kirchberg quarter in the northeast of the city. The orchestra was founded in 1933 as the in-house orchestra of RTL Radio , named

75-422: Is a symphony orchestra based in Luxembourg City , Luxembourg . The orchestra formerly performed at the Grand Théâtre de la Ville de Luxembourg and the Conservatoire de Luxembourg . Its current home is the Philharmonie Luxembourg , a large concert hall opened in 2005 in the Kirchberg quarter in the northeast of the city. The orchestra was founded in 1933 as the in-house orchestra of RTL Radio , named

100-468: Is used for experimental and electronic music, projects in the fields of film, art or video, for workshops, and for a large number of concerts and performances for children and young people. The administrative structure of the Philharmonie is outlined in the 21 November 2002 law relating to the construction of a public establishment named Salle de Concerts Grande-Duchesse Joséphine-Charlotte. In January 2012

125-594: The Henri Pensis Foundation. In 1995, Luxembourg was nominated European Capital of Culture . That year, the Luxembourg Parliament made the decision to construct, amongst other new structures, a concert hall. In 1997, Christian de Portzamparc 's project was selected at the end of the international architectural competition launched by the Administration for Public Buildings. The construction work for

150-591: The RTL Grand Symphony Orchestra ( French : Grand orchestre symphonique de RTL ); Henri Pensis was its founder and first music director. After his initial tenure from 1933 to 1939, Pensis went into exile in the USA in the wake of World War II . He returned to Luxembourg in 1946 to resume direction of the orchestra. After Pensis died in 1958, Carl Melles was the orchestra's music director in 1958. Louis de Froment subsequently became music director and held

175-475: The RTL Grand Symphony Orchestra ( French : Grand orchestre symphonique de RTL ); Henri Pensis was its founder and first music director. After his initial tenure from 1933 to 1939, Pensis went into exile in the USA in the wake of World War II . He returned to Luxembourg in 1946 to resume direction of the orchestra. After Pensis died in 1958, Carl Melles was the orchestra's music director in 1958. Louis de Froment subsequently became music director and held

200-473: The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg for the occasion. Architect Christian de Portzamparc's initial idea was to mark the entrance into the world of music through a natural filter. This idea took the form of 823 facade columns made of white steel, arranged in three or four rows. The interior row of columns containing technical facilities, the second supporting the windows, and the third being of a static nature. Between

225-450: The OPL announced a further extension of Gimeno's contract through the 2024–2025 season. Gimeno is scheduled to conclude his OPL tenure at the close of the 2024–2025 season. Luxembourg Philharmonic Orchestra The Luxembourg Philharmonic Orchestra ( Luxembourgish : Lëtzebuerger philharmoneschen Orchester , French : Orchestre philharmonique du Luxembourg ), abbreviated to OPL ,

250-615: The Philharmonie and the Orchestre Philharmonique du Luxembourg "merged both artistically and administratively". The President of the Board of Directors is Pierre Ahlborn, and the Managing Director is Stephan Gehmacher. Since its opening, the Philharmonie has been the home of the Luxembourg Philharmonic Orchestra in permanent residence, of which Gustavo Gimeno has been its music director and conductor since 2015. In November 2005,

275-658: The Philharmonie joined the European Concert Hall Organisation (ECHO). As a member of this network, the Philharmonie organises the "Rising Stars" series whose aim "is to bring young and exceptional young artists to new international audiences." Since the launch of its first season in September 2005, international artists have appeared the Philharmonie Luxembourg in varied programmes, including orchestra, chamber music, jazz, and new music. A large part of

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300-792: The evening of 26 June, the Salle de Concerts Grande-Duchesse Joséphine-Charlotte was officially opened in the presence of the Grand Duke Henri , representatives of the State and guests of honour from Luxembourg and abroad in an official ceremony to mark the end of Luxembourg’s presidency of the Council of the European Union. In a world premiere, the Luxembourg Philharmonic Orchestra performed Symphony No. 8 by Krzysztof Penderecki , commissioned by

325-485: The filter of columns and the central nucleus, a vast peristyle constitutes the foyer, enveloping the Grand Auditorium. Ramps, stairs and footways lead into the concert hall, surrounding it and linking it to the boxes. The Salle de Musique de Chambre, the ticket office and access to the underground car park are not within the main building, but are next to it outside within two aluminium-covered shells which lean against

350-436: The filter of columns. The acoustic design of the three halls is the work of Chinese-born acoustician Albert Yaying Xu with AVEL Acoustique [Jean-Paul Lamoureux et Jérôme Falala]. Designed on the concept of a "shoebox", the Grand Auditorium has a volume of almost 20,000 m3 and seats up to 1,500 listeners. To overcome the constraints of a rectangular room and to optimize the acoustics , eight towers of boxes are located around

375-455: The installation of an adjustable acoustic reflector composed of three parts. Situated above the stage, the reflector directs the sound towards the public and enables the musicians to hear each other better. The technical design of the stage, with 21 modifiable platforms, allows for numerous stage variations depending on the formation of the concert. The Salle de Musique de Chambre (Chamber Music Hall) seats up to 313 people. Two rounded walls in

400-497: The new concert hall was carried out between spring 2002 and summer 2005. On 26 June 2005, the Philharmonie opened its doors to the public for the first time. 222 young musicians from different bands in Luxembourg participated in the creation of a sound installation by composer Renald Deppe . With two other creations performed on the same afternoon, this piece of work marked the start of 8 days of festivities, during which 750 musicians performed in front of more than 15,000 visitors. On

425-459: The orchestra acquired its current name under its new auspices. The orchestra's fifth music director, David Shallon suddenly died in 2000 while on tour in Japan. Bramwell Tovey took over as music director in September 2002, and held the post until 2006. The OPL appointed Emmanuel Krivine as their music director starting from the 2005–2006 season. In May 2009, Krivine extended his contract with

450-411: The orchestra acquired its current name under its new auspices. The orchestra's fifth music director, David Shallon suddenly died in 2000 while on tour in Japan. Bramwell Tovey took over as music director in September 2002, and held the post until 2006. The OPL appointed Emmanuel Krivine as their music director starting from the 2005–2006 season. In May 2009, Krivine extended his contract with

475-399: The orchestra through the 2014–2015 season. Krivine concluded his OPL tenure at the end of the 2014–2015 season. In June 2014, the OPL announced the appointment of Gustavo Gimeno as its next principal conductor, as of the 2015–2016 season, with an initial contract of 4 years. In March 2017, the OPL announced the extension of Gimeno's contract through the 2021–2022 season. In February 2020,

500-399: The orchestra through the 2014–2015 season. Krivine concluded his OPL tenure at the end of the 2014–2015 season. In June 2014, the OPL announced the appointment of Gustavo Gimeno as its next principal conductor, as of the 2015–2016 season, with an initial contract of 4 years. In March 2017, the OPL announced the extension of Gimeno's contract through the 2021–2022 season. In February 2020,

525-541: The post from 1958 to 1980. Leopold Hager succeeded de Froment in 1981, and served for 15 years to 1996. Following the 1991 privatisation of the Compagnie Luxembourgeoise de Radiodiffusion , in 1995, RTL decided not to renew its contract with the orchestra. Subsequently, the Luxembourg government established the Henri Pensis Foundation to allow for the orchestra to continue its existence. In 1996,

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550-408: The post from 1958 to 1980. Leopold Hager succeeded de Froment in 1981, and served for 15 years to 1996. Following the 1991 privatisation of the Compagnie Luxembourgeoise de Radiodiffusion , in 1995, RTL decided not to renew its contract with the orchestra. Subsequently, the Luxembourg government established the Henri Pensis Foundation to allow for the orchestra to continue its existence. In 1996,

575-651: The programme also revolves around public concerts for the young, with different series of shows adapted to each age group, given in several languages. Three festivals are linked to the Philharmonie: The Philharmonie also hosts concerts, events and conferences organized by third parties. In 2014, 430 events took place at the Philharmonie. [1] Luxembourg Philharmonic Orchestra The Luxembourg Philharmonic Orchestra ( Luxembourgish : Lëtzebuerger philharmoneschen Orchester , French : Orchestre philharmonique du Luxembourg ), abbreviated to OPL ,

600-477: The shape of a shell and the reflector placed above the stage optimize sound distribution. Visitors access the hall through the walkway running alongside the curved wall. Situated in the basement of the Philharmonie, the Espace Découverte (Discovery Space) stands out with its technical equipment and great versatility, and seats up to 180 people. Its acoustics can be modified thanks to removable walls. This space

625-459: The stalls in an irregular fashion and contribute to uniform sound distribution. Like in Shakespearian theatre, the public is involved in the show with a stage visible from all sides and a choir area that can be adapted into additional seating. The reverberation time is 1.5 to 2 seconds. The acoustics can be adapted to different musical demands, thanks to the flexibility of the stage curtains and

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