Italian Folklore in Duisburg: Free Philharmonic Concert with Magdalena Kožená
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A Morning Full of Musical Colors: Italian Folklore at the Mercatorhalle
With Italian Folklore, the Duisburg Philharmonic will open a concert morning on September 22, 2026, at the Mercatorhalle Duisburg, transforming Italian and American musical references into a finely woven program. Under the musical direction of Alessandro De Marchi and featuring Magdalena Kožená as soloist, the 1st Philharmonic Concert will focus on folkloric colors, vocal expressiveness, and historical lines. Entry is free. ([duisburglive.de](https://www.duisburglive.de/event/2026/09/22/folklore-italiano-2-20260922/?cHash=118a0d7013e8b344dc847250f0a952cd))
A Program with Friction, Warmth, and Depth
The concert focuses on Luciano Berio's Folk Songs, which were created for Cathy Berberian, as well as works by Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Ottorino Respighi, Alfredo Casella, and Nino Rota. The evening thus connects artistic orchestration with melodic reminiscence, stylistic diversity, and the charm of musical journeys between Italy and America. ([duisburglive.de](https://www.duisburglive.de/event/2026/09/22/folklore-italiano-2-20260922/?cHash=118a0d7013e8b344dc847250f0a952cd))
Magdalena Kožená and Alessandro De Marchi: A Strong Duo
According to her official biography, Magdalena Kožená is one of the most sought-after singers of our time, while Alessandro De Marchi is regarded as a specialist in Baroque and historical performance practice and has been praised by international critics for the power of his interpretations. De Marchi has been working with works from Monteverdi to Rossini for years and is associated on his official website with productions, concerts, and awards such as the media-effective Echo of the Press. ([kozena.cz](https://www.kozena.cz/biografie?utm_source=openai))
The Mercatorhalle as a Sound Space
The Mercatorhalle Duisburg offers a stage for concert evenings with excellent acoustic conditions, barrier-free access, and a central location at König-Heinrich-Platz. For visitors, Duisburg Central Station and the subway station König-Heinrich-Platz are easily accessible; the hall currently points out limited parking possibilities in the parking garage, so early arrival is advisable. ([duisburglive.de](https://www.duisburglive.de/event/2026/09/22/folklore-italiano-2-20260922/?cHash=118a0d7013e8b344dc847250f0a952cd))
Conclusion: Italian Folklore promises a cleverly curated concert between sound archaeology, vocal elegance, and a lively live atmosphere. If you love classical music with intelligently crafted program threads, you will experience a special morning in Duisburg. ([duisburglive.de](https://www.duisburglive.de/event/2026/09/22/folklore-italiano-2-20260922/?cHash=118a0d7013e8b344dc847250f0a952cd))
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