When does the concert start and is there an introduction?

Starts on Friday, January 23, 2026, at 7:30 PM in the Festsaal of Freiheitshalle Hof; a concert introduction takes place at 6:30 PM in the upper Festsaal foyer.

What is on the program?

Mozart Symphony No. 1 KV 16, Bach Violin Concerto in A minor BWV 1041, Johann Christian Bach Sinfonia g minor op. 6 No. 6, and Mozart's Jupiter Symphony KV 551.

Who is conducting the concert?

Shunske Sato is taking over violin and leadership in historically informed performance practice.

How much do the tickets cost?

Tickets are available from 31 euros; students and scholars up to 26 years receive a 50 percent discount according to the organizer.

How do I get there and where can I park?

Address Kulmbacher Str. 4, 95030 Hof. Many parking spaces at the Volksfestplatz; public transport with lines 1, 2, and 11 to the stop in front of the Freiheitshalle.

Is the location barrier-free?

Yes, the Freiheitshalle is barrier-free with elevators, designated wheelchair seats, and appropriate sanitary facilities.

Bach meets Mozart: Shunske Sato ignites baroque energy, live in the Hof Festsaal

Name: 5th Symphony Concert of the Hof Symphony Orchestra – From Bach to Mozart
Start: 2026-01-23 19:30:00
End: 2026-01-23 19:30:00
Location: Freiheitshalle Hof

From Bach to Mozart: Shunske Sato leads the Hof Symphony Orchestra to a sparkling evening of classical music

An evening for open ears and deep emotions: On Friday, January 23, 2026, the Hof Symphony Orchestra will transform the Festsaal of the Freiheitshalle into a sound theater between Baroque and Classical. Violin virtuoso and conductor Shunske Sato shapes the program – historically informed, dramaturgically sharp, and with a sense for the live atmosphere. A concert introduction at 6:30 PM prepares attendees for the experience; the concert begins at 7:30 PM.

Sound Colors in Fast Forward: From Bach Style to Mozart Maturity

The journey starts with Mozart's Symphony No. 1 in E-flat Major, KV 16 – remarkably mature yet full of youthful freshness. Afterwards, Sato shines in a dual role: As soloist and conductor, he shapes Bach's Violin Concerto in A minor, BWV 1041 with elastic phrasing, clear conducting, and chamber music synchronization. Johann Christian Bach's g-minor Sinfonia, op. 6 No. 6 spans the arc to the grand finale: Mozart's Symphony No. 41 in C Major, KV 551 'Jupiter' – a majestic orchestration, whose final fugue unfolds its full, furious effect in the hall.

Historical Performance Practice – Immediate and Close

Sato is known as an expert in historical performance practice. His conducting sharpens articulation and balance; strings speak vividly, woodwinds shine, and the acoustics of the Festsaal carry the lines far into the space. The stage performance remains always in service of the music: clear impulses, breathing tempos, expressive accents – this is how the concert experience comes alive.

Audience Mood: Intensity to Touch

Between filigree piano passages and energetic tutti, the dramaturgy shifts like well-cut stage lighting. Intimate Andante phrases, pulsating final cascades – the audience mood grows from piece to piece. For those who love sound architecture, here one hears structure and tension in ideal symbiosis.

Voices of the Fans

The reactions online are clear: Shunske Sato excites his fans. On Facebook, it says: 'This will be a special evening – Sato extracts every detail from Bach!' On YouTube, one reads: 'His live shows combine precision and risk – goosebumps!' On Spotify, listeners comment: 'Transparent sound and captivating energy – please live!'

Conclusion

A concentrated evening of classical music with a pull: From the early mature Mozart overture to the Jupiter fugue, visitors experience differentiated orchestral sound, virtuosic violin, and a captivating overall presentation. Tickets are available from 31 euros – ideal for anyone wishing to experience great music in an authentic live moment.