Memorial concert 2025

Eighty-five years after the devastating bombing of May 14th, 1940, Rotterdam is a vital city that prefers to look ahead rather than over its shoulder. That is precisely why commemoration is so important, Lahav Shani believes: "Only when we know our origins can we stay on course. Remember loss, exude confidence in the future: no piece of music does that more beautifully than Gabriel Fauré's comforting Requiem.

This concert was originally scheduled to be conducted by Lahav Shani. Unfortunately, due to illness, he will not be able to join us on the podium. We deeply regret this and wish him a speedy recovery. We are pleased to announce that Matthew Halls will be stepping in as his replacement.