Founded in 1945, the Württembergische Philharmonie Reutlingen (WPR) is an internationally acclaimed symphony orchestra. Alongside serving its local region – where it reaches diverse and new audiences through its vibrant and imaginative programming and innovative spirit – the WPR regularly appears on the world stage at prestigious venues and festivals such as the Philharmonie Berlin, Tonhalle Zürich, Amsterdam Concertgebouw, Ravello Festival and the Gustav Mahler Music Weeks at Dobbiaco.
The orchestra has performed with artists such as Lang Lang, Sabine Meyer and Frank Peter Zimmermann, as well as with musicians from other genres such as jazz, Latin, chanson and pop as part of its Kaleidsokope series.
Outreach is an integral part of the WPR, with ventures including a concert series for people with dementia; FUGATO, an intercultural project involving refugees; NETZ-WERK-ORCHESTER, the orchestra’s award-winning interactive live streaming format; and numerous annual concerts for families and children.
The WPR’s artistic work has been documented by a variety of albums and radio productions, which include several world premiere recordings.
The orchestra has been led by French principal conductor Ariane Matiakh since the 2022/23 season.
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