Dive into a musical journey between innovation and tradition.

The Berlin duo Liquid Soul (Beate Gatscha and Gert Anklam) and the Norwegian singer Kari Heimen uniquely combine the sounds of the water pipe organ, joik singing, and other special instruments like hang, aquarion, and saxophone.

At the center of the program is the water pipe organ developed by Liquid Soul, an instrument that produces sounds directly from the element of water. Inspired by the diverse forms of water – liquid, frozen, as snow or steam – the musicians create compositions that transcend common styles. With humor and virtuosity, Gatscha and Anklam bring these special tones to life.

With the joik singer Kari Heimen, who hails from Sápmi, the land of the coastal Sami in the far north of Norway, traditional and modern sound worlds connect. The joik, one of the oldest vocal traditions in Europe, tells stories of people, animals, and the nature of their homeland. Kari presents both traditional joiks and her own modern interpretations, accompanying herself on the frame drum, whose play she enriches with influences from India and the Middle East.

The joint program musically narrates the beauty and fragility of our world. From the rugged coast to the delicate sounds of water, the artists invite you to feel the sound of the earth in touching and profound moments. An unforgettable evening that encourages wonder and contemplation.

A sonorous journey between innovation and tradition

The Berlin duo Liquid Soul (Beate Gatscha and Gert Anklam) and the Norwegian singer Kari Heimen uniquely combine the sounds of the water organ, joik singing, and other special instruments such as hang, aquarion, and saxophone.

At the center of the program is the water organ developed by Liquid Soul, an instrument that produces sounds directly from the element of water. Inspired by the diverse forms of water – liquid, frozen, as snow or steam – the musicians create compositions that transcend common styles. Humorously and virtuously, Gatscha and Anklam let these special tones resonate.

With the joik singer Kari Heimen, who comes from Sápmi, the land of the coastal Sámi in the far north of Norway, traditional and modern sound worlds connect. The joik, one of the oldest vocal traditions in Europe, tells stories of people, animals, and the nature of their homeland. Kari presents both traditional joiks and her own modern interpretations, accompanying herself on the frame drum, enriching her play with influences from India and the Middle East.

The joint program musically narrates the beauty and fragility of our world. From the rugged coast to the delicate sounds of water, the artists invite the audience to feel the sound of the earth in touching and penetrating moments. An unforgettable evening that inspires wonder and reflection.

Arvo Pärt is among the most performed living composers in the world. His fascinating mystical tonal language developed from initially neoclassical compositions to modern forms such as serialism and collage techniques, culminating in a bell-like triad, the "Tintinnabuli". The WKO presents two works by the Estonian master - "Orient & Occident" and "Fratres" - contrasting the highly emotional "Concerto Funebre" by Hartmann with the string serenade that combines Mozartian lightness and French elegance.