Klangbrücke B173: Young talents on a musical trip around the world!
Klangbrücke B173: Young talents from Central Saxony create a musical trip around the world. Premiere on June 18th at Freudenstein Castle.

Klangbrücke B173: Young talents on a musical trip around the world!
A special kind of musical adventure is about to begin, as the B173 sound bridge transforms the summer into a melting pot of sounds and talents. This unique project aims to unite young brass musicians from the cities of Freiberg, Oederan and Zwickau and to connect people across musical boundaries. Annika Matthes from the Bergmusikkorps Saxonia Freiberg e.V. and Jonas Ernecke from the Jugendblasorchester Zwickau e.V. are at the forefront of this ambitious project, which will celebrate its premiere next Sunday at 6 p.m. in the courtyard of Freudenstein Castle, embedded in the Freiberg summer nights. This is not just a concert, but a musical journey around the world, encompassing various styles from the gentle sounds of Saxony to British melodies to North American western vibes. Before returning home, listeners are taken to exotic destinations such as the South Pole, Australia, Asia and Africa, accompanied by works by Clara Schumann and famous film classics.
The project plays a central role in the Chemnitz 2025 Capital of Culture region, which, with around half a million inhabitants, offers an exciting mix of traditions and modern influences. Here, the region's lively history and creativity come together under the motto “On the move!” The 38 towns and communities that surround Chemnitz invite you to gain new perspectives and discover communal traditions and upheavals.
A cultural highlight
The Klangbrücke B173 stands out not only through musical diversity, but also through the targeted promotion of creative exchange between young musicians. The talents are sustainably promoted through intensive rehearsals with experienced lecturers. The project will have further performances in Oederan in August and in Zwickau in September. These events are part of the visible cultural development in Saxony and represent the active youth culture that is lived in the region.
Another exciting place that underlines the region's creative scene is the Wirkbau industrial complex in Chemnitz. Over 50 companies, educational institutions, startups and artists have found a new home here. The location has developed into a center for gastronomy and art and, with its lush roof garden, offers a platform for culture, science and education. The foundation for this remarkable project was laid in 1883, and the clock tower designed in Art Deco style by Erich Basarke gives the area a special touch.
The Klangbrücke B173 is not just a concert, but a symbol of the youth culture and cultural dynamics in the Chemnitz 2025 Capital of Culture region. Both the organizers and the artists show a good knack for combining tradition and modernity. With a program that combines different musical traditions, this project is sure to make waves with listeners.
Blick.de reports that the Klangbrücke B173 represents an important cultural event. Informed about the Chemnitz region and the Capital of Culture program Chemnitz2025.de. Further details about active construction and its diverse activities can be found at Chemnitz.travel.