Ludovic Tézier, Bariton

Performers:

Ludovic Tézier, baritone
Julius Drake, piano

Poetry set to music
Ludovic Tézier captivates audiences with his powerful voice on the world's great opera stages, such as the Metropolitan Opera in New York, the Vienna State Opera, and La Scala in Milan. He gained international renown after studying in Marseille and Paris and enjoying early success in Lucerne, Toulouse, and Lyon.

Powerful baritone
Today, Ludovic Tézier is one of the leading singers in his field. The baritone has also made a name for himself as a concert and lieder singer. In his recitals, he focuses primarily on French and German lieder. At the Vienna Konzerthaus, he will perform Schumann's »Dichterliebe« and Wagner's »Wesendonck Lieder«, accompanied by British pianist Julius Drake.

The pinnacle of romantic song art
Robert Schumann masterfully set poems by Heinrich Heine to music in his song cycle »Dichterliebe«. It depicts the highs and lows of an unhappy love affair—from exuberant infatuation to deep despair and melancholy. Schumann composed the cycle in 1840, the year he married Clara.

Vortristanesque miniatures
Death, longing, desire, and eternal love are the themes of the Wesendonck Lieder, which Richard Wagner set to music based on poems by his muse Mathilde Wesendonck. The five songs are considered a preliminary study for »Tristan und Isolde«. Originally composed for female voices, a number of renowned baritones have ventured to interpret these expressive songs, including Matthias Goerne, Konrad Jarnot, and Roman Trekel. Ludovic Tézier's interpretation is therefore particularly eagerly awaited.

program

Robert Schumann
Dichterliebe. Liederzyklus nach Gedichten von Heinrich Heine op. 48 (1840)
Richard Wagner
Wesendonck-Lieder (1857–1858)
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Place

Wiener Konzerthaus – A Temple of Music and Culture

The Wiener Konzerthaus is one of Europe's most prestigious concert venues and a cornerstone of Vienna’s vibrant musical scene. Since its opening in 1913, it has stood for musical excellence, stylistic diversity, and artistic innovation. With four magnificent halls – the Great Hall, Mozart Hall, Schubert Hall, and Berio Hall – the Konzerthaus offers exceptional acoustics and accommodates up to 1,865 guests.

From classical music and opera to jazz, world music, and contemporary compositions, the Wiener Konzerthaus is renowned for its diverse programming, featuring both international stars and emerging talents. Alongside the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, world-class orchestras, soloists, and ensembles grace its stage, making it an essential destination for music lovers.

Getting There by Public Transport

The Wiener Konzerthaus is centrally located in the 3rd district and easily accessible by public transport:

Subway:

• U4 Stadtpark station – about a 5-minute walk
• U3/U4 Landstraße (Wien Mitte) station – about a 10-minute walk

Tram:

• Lines 2, 71, D (stop Schwarzenbergplatz) – about a 3-minute walk

Bus:

• Line 4A (stop Schwarzenbergplatz)

Train:

• Wien Mitte/Landstraße (connection to CAT, S-Bahn, and subway) – about a 10-minute walk

With its excellent transport connections, the Wiener Konzerthaus is easily reachable for both locals and international visitors.
Wiener Konzerthaus – A World-Class Musical Experience.

As one of Vienna’s most important cultural institutions, the Wiener Konzerthaus seamlessly blends tradition and modernity, offering unforgettable concerts in one of the world’s most beautiful concert halls.