Park Sounds: Experience free summer concerts in the Stadtgarten Essen!

Park Sounds: Experience free summer concerts in the Stadtgarten Essen!

From June 9th to 13th, 2025, a unique musical event will take place in the Essen city garden: “Park Sounds”. The event is organized by the Philharmonie Essen in collaboration with the Institute for Computer Music and Electronic Media (ICEM) at the Folkwang University of the Arts. Under the artistic direction of several renowned professors from the university, visitors can expect a diverse musical program.

A total of five evenings are planned, on which both danceable and quieter sets will be presented from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. In addition to popular sounds, new musical approaches that come from ICEM students and teachers will also be exhibited. This work is specifically aimed at the acoustic conditions of the city garden.

An immersive sound experience

A particularly noteworthy feature of the event is the innovative sound concept. Loudspeakers distributed at several locations within the city garden provide a surround experience. This immersive format gives listeners the opportunity to perceive electronic sounds from different directions and immerse themselves in a new sound world. The music is played via a multi-channel music system, which optimally brings out the character of the performances.

“Park Sounds” is aimed at a wide audience, including synth enthusiasts, sound researchers, ambient fans and all electronic music lovers. The atmosphere promises relaxed early summer evenings filled with original music and offering a special outdoor experience.

Admission to the events is free, which makes participation even easier. Advance information about the musical program is regularly published on the Essen Philharmonic website so that interested visitors are always informed about the latest developments. The mix of experimental and popular electronic music is sure to captivate both old and new fans.

The artistic direction of this project is shared by the experienced professors Prof. Michael Edwards, Prof. Dietrich Hahne, Prof. Stefan Hüfner, Luís Antunes Pena, Roman Pfeifer, Prof. Günter Steinke and Florian Zwißler. Their expertise ensures that the event remains both artistically high-quality and innovative.

The excitement for the event is already palpable and preparations are in full swing. Visitors are invited to be inspired by the sound and atmosphere of the city garden and enjoy unique sound experiences. More information about “Park Sounds” and the specific program items can be found on the website Philharmonic Essen to find.

Overall, “Park Sounds” promises an impressive setting for electronic sound art and invites everyone to become part of this special event.

Further details about the event can also be found at Folkwang University of the Arts and Keyboards.