Benefit concert with the Regensburger Domspatzen

Oct. 2022

On 3 December, we invite you to a musical evening with the Regensburger Domspatzen in the St. Anna Church in Augsburg. "Solidarity through music" is the guiding principle of the pre-Christmas benefit concert of the probably most famous boys' choir.

The Regensburger Domspatzen will perform in the Fuggerstadt under the direction of cathedral conductor Christian Heiß. The musicians Ralli Bogdan, soprano and violin, and Ratko Pavlovic, accordion, both scholarship holders of Live Music Now Augsburg, will provide an atmospheric musical programme.

Tickets, advance booking and programme

Tickets for the charity event cost 15 euros or 39 euros and are available via our website or at selected advance booking offices in Augsburg.

Date:
03 December 2022

Start:
7 pm

Admission:
from 6:15 pm 

Christmas market in the courtyard:
4 pm to 8 pm

Place:
St. Anna Church, Im Annahof 2, 86150 Augsburg, Germany

Ticket categories:
15 euros/39 euros, VIP tickets on request.

The event is barrier-free accessible.

A very special concert evening

It is worth planning a little extra time and paying a visit to the inner courtyard of St. Anne's Church before the concert begins at 7 pm. Visitors can get in the mood for the evening with punch and mulled wine from 4 pm. The proceeds from the sale of concert tickets and the Christmas market will go to the EduCare Europe Fund. In this way, the PATRIZIA Foundation supports local associations in implementing numerous measures for children who have fled Ukraine.

Help for Ukrainian children also in 2023

This year we were already able to collect a total of 100,000 euros in donations for the Augsburg organisations "Ukrainischer Verein Augsburg e.V." and "Deutsch-Ukrainischer Dialog e.V". Next year, we would like to continue to provide comprehensive support for the activities of both associations. In order to put plans into action, we still need many donations. With the charity concert, we would like to combine an atmospheric experience in the pre-Christmas season with a good cause.

Those who cannot attend the concert but would still like to support the EduCare Europe Fund can also make a donation directly. Every bit of help counts!

A Musical Programme with Lasting Impact

Young musicians from the MiSST programme welcomed guest with an opening performance. Throughout the evening, the students further captivated guests with their performances, including Adoration by Florence Price and selected pieces from The Phantom of the Opera.  

 

 

An Evening of Shared Vision and Personal Stories

In his welcoming speech, Wolfgang Egger talked about the importance of investing in young people and creating opportunities that allow them to thrive — academically, personally and socially. Ambassador Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber delivered a passionate speech on the importance of protecting arts education in the UK, particularly at a time when music and creative subjects continue to face significant cuts within the school system. He spoke movingly about the responsibility to ensure that every child, regardless of background, has access to creativity, culture and music education.

Chairwoman of the Board Astrid Gabler, together with Board Member James Muir, reflected on their recent visit to one of the programme’s partner schools. James shared how deeply a passionate music teacher had influenced him during his own school years and how this experience continues to shape his belief in the importance of the support in education infrastructure. 

Rachel Landon, CEO MiSST, brought the programme vividly to life through inspiring footage and powerful stories from participating students, offering guests a meaningful glimpse into the daily impact of the initiative.

One of the most moving moments of the evening came from Rain Spiegel-Johnson, a former participant of the programme, who shared her personal journey. She spoke openly about how access to music education has shaped her confidence, supported her personal development, and positively influenced her life path. 

 

PATRIZIA Music Programme 

With the PATRIZIA Music Programme, the PATRIZIA Foundation continues its commitment to educational support and equal opportunities across Europe. The programme was established to provide children and young people from disadvantaged communities in the United Kingdom with access to high-quality music education and to open new pathways for their personal and academic development. In partnership with MiSST, the programme supports schools in Morecambe and Manchester by providing classical musical instruments, professional music tuition and regular performance opportunities. Over the course of three years, the PATRIZIA Foundation is funding 300 instruments, creating long-term access to cultural education and helping young people build brighter futures through the transformative power of music.