General Description
The Zurich Chamber Orchestra offers a magical introduction to the world of classical music for children of all ages. With programs designed for age groups ranging from 0 to 12, the orchestra presents approximately 25 - 30 family concerts each year. These engaging performances combine enchanting stories and carefully chosen music to spark curiosity and a love for classical music in young listeners. Whether it's a gentle introduction for babies and toddlers or a more interactive experience for older children, the Zurich Chamber Orchestra creates a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere where families can enjoy the beauty of music together. These performances blend captivating stories, carefully adapted to suit different age groups, with selected pieces of music, all aimed at introducing young audiences to classical music in a relaxed and informal setting.
Activities
The Zurich Chamber Orchestra (ZCO) offers a vibrant and engaging program designed to introduce children to the joy of classical music. With age-specific formats tailored to audiences from 0 to 12 years old, ZCO creates an unforgettable musical journey for the youngest listeners.
- “A sound like someone trying not to make a sound” : December 7, 2024 at 11:00 am. Ticket price adults: CHF 35, ticket price children: CHF 15. Recommended age: from 3 years.
- “Nuggi Concert — Klezmer” : January 19, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. Ticket price: CHF 35 , babies free (require a free ticket). Recommended age: 0–1 year.
- Purzel concert "Competition of the Pirates" : February 2, 2025 at 11:00 am. Ticket price adults: CHF 35, ticket price children: CHF 15. Recommended age: from 3 years.
- ABC concert "The Adventures of Lou the Mouse: In Space with Wassily Kandinsky" : February 16, 2025 at 11:00 am. Ticket price adults: CHF 35, ticket price children: CHF 15. Recommended age: from 5 years. Language: Swiss German.
- Toddler Concert: «Findus and the Rooster in the Basket» : February 23, 2025 at 11:00 am. Ticket price: Adults CHF 35, ticket price: Children CHF 15. Recommended age: from 1 year. Language: Swiss German.
- Children's concert "Winterschlaf" : March 2, 2025 at 11:00am. Ticket price adults: CHF 42 / 32, ticket price children: CHF 17. Age recommendation: from 5 years. Language: Swiss German.
- Crawling Concert: "My house is too narrow and too small" : March 9, 2025 at 11:00 am. Ticket price: Adults CHF 35, ticket price: Children CHF 15. Recommended age: from 1 year. Language: Swiss German.
- Children's Concert "The Four Seasons for Children" : April 5, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. Ticket price adults: CHF 42, ticket price children: CHF 17. Age recommendation: from 5 years.
- Nuggi concert — La flute à travers les cordes : May 4, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. Ticket price: CHF 35 , babies free (require a free ticket). Recommended age: 0–1 year.
- ZKO Festival — Children’s Concert — Magic! : May 24, 2025 at 11:00 am. Ticket price adults: CHF 42, ticket price children: CHF 17. Age recommendation: from 5 years. Language: Swiss German.
- Final concert of the Young ZKO : June 18, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. Children up to 16 years: CHF 10, adults: CHF 20.
- ABC concert "A Midsummer Night's Dream" : June 28, 2025 at 11:00 am. Ticket price adults: CHF 35, ticket price children: CHF 15. Recommended age: from 5 years. Language: Swiss German.
