World star Cameron Carpenter conquers Rottenbuch with organ music!

World star Cameron Carpenter conquers Rottenbuch with organ music!

On August 24, 2025, the parish church of the Nativity of Mary in Rottenbuch will be the venue for a very special concert event. Music lovers of all stripes are invited to an international organ festival under the motto “Mighty Sounds”, which takes place in cooperation with the Rottenbuch Festival Summer. At 5:00 p.m. none other than the world-famous organist Cameron Carpenter will be playing the keys of the Freywis organ. It will be an experience for all the senses and entry is free! The donations from the evening benefit the parishes, which makes the event even more attractive. Further information can be found on the Landsberg district website:

Cameron Carpenter can be considered one of the most influential organists of his generation. His path into the world of music began at the renowned Juilliard School, where he attracted attention with his innovative programs during his studies. Carpenter is known for his virtuoso playing style and unconventional approaches that challenge the boundaries of organ and classical music. His debut album “Revolutionary” is well known and even nominated him for a Grammy in 2008, making him the first organist to receive this honor.

Cameron Carpenter: A true virtuoso

The artist's impressive career spans numerous renowned venues such as the Royal Albert Hall, the Berlin Philharmonic and the Sydney Opera House. In recent years he has worked with major orchestras including the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. His artistic milestones also include the Leonard Bernstein Award, which he received in 2012, and the ECHO Klassik Award for Instrumentalist of the Year in 2015. These awards reflect his extraordinary talents and show that he takes organ playing to a new level.

Another highlight of Carpenter's career is the International Touring Organ (ITO), introduced in 2014, a new digital organ model that he designed himself and with which he performs in popular locations around the world. With the ITO, he wants to expand the reach and audience for organ music and find new, innovative ways to combine classical and modern music. His latest album, released in autumn 2021, also presents his interpretations of Bach's Goldberg Variations and Hanson's Symphony No. 2, once again demonstrating his talent as a composer and performer.

An event for all music lovers

The international organ festival in Rottenbuch promises to be a very special event, where the focus is not only on the beautiful music of the organ, but also the opportunity to experience an outstanding artist up close. Before his performance, Carpenter will be seen at important venues such as the Cologne Philharmonic and the Festspielhaus Baden-Baden, which only increases the anticipation for his concert in Rottenbuch. Take the opportunity to experience this extraordinary artist and let yourself be enchanted by his sounds!

As mentioned, admission is free, but your donations benefit local churches. Be there and celebrate the fascinating world of organ music with us!