Berlin is home to no fewer than seven major orchestras of international standing. The Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra performs classical music by leading composers from around the world to the highest standard. Its home venue also impresses with its excellent acoustics and stunning architecture. The Berliner Staatskapelle, founded in 1570, looks back on a long tradition. As the city’s oldest orchestra, the musicians delight audiences with magnificent performances at the Staatsoper Unter den Linden. In the heart of the city, the Konzerthausorchester performs at the Konzerthaus on Gendarmenmarkt. The Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester, the Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin (RSB), the orchestra of the Deutsche Oper and the orchestra of the Komische Oper also captivate audiences with their concerts.
