A Bremen institution in the best sense of the word, the Philharmonische Staatsorchester Bremen was established in 1825 and has continued, in concerts at home and abroad, to celebrate the position of Bremen as an important musical city. Today the orchestra, in addition to its work in the concert hall and theatre, is also active in broadcasts for Radio Bremen and in recordings. With Town Hall and Youth Concerts, the orchestra also offers chamber music in matinée concerts.