Royal Concertgebouw

Since 2018, Van Lanschot Kempen has sponsored Amsterdam’s iconic concert hall: the Royal Concertgebouw. Its mission – to connect and enrich people with an unparalleled musical experience – aligns with our own ambition to contribute to the preservation and creation of our cultural heritage. There are many ways in which we support the Royal Concertgebouw in making classical music and concerts more accessible to the people in our community.  

    A celebratory renewal

    A unique setting to renew our main sponsorship of The Concertgebouw to 2028: their stage, for once, placed next to our office along the A10 during the celebration of Amsterdam’s 750th anniversary in 2025.

    Leonkoro Quartet wins Young Talent Award 

    The string quartet from Germany made such a debut impression in the Recital Hall in September 2023 that there was no doubt for the management of the Concertgebouw: the Leonkoro Quartet has won the Concertgebouw Young Talent Award 2024. This award is presented every 18 months to an up-and-coming talent – and we provide both the award and a scholarship.
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    The Leonkoro Quartet - photo by Nicolaj Lund

    Quick classics

    In just 90 seconds, learn what chamber music is, what a conductor does, or what the unwritten rules of the Royal Concertgebouw are.

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    Musical podcasts


    Whether it’s talking about music with celebrated musicians, or telling in-depth stories about particular artists, concerts or pieces, the Royal Concertgebouw’s series of podcasts are the perfect accompaniment.

    Listen to podcasts (in Dutch)
    Podcast Het Concertgebouw foto Eduardus Lee

    Acoustic sessions

    Homed in a unique, intimate space, the Royal Concertgebouw’s acoustic sessions are a rare treat. In this special edition, Nikola Meeuwsen (winner of the 2019 Young Talent Award), plays Schumann's 14th movement from "Piano Carnival" at our headquarters in 's-Hertogenbosch.

    Watch all the acoustic sessions

    Behind the scenes

    Go behind the scenes of the Royal Concertgebouw with the box office staff, and get a glimpse of the real life of the theatre.

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    Kassamedewerkers Het Concertgebouw

    Empty Concertgebouw Sessions

    In times of crisis, music can soothe the soul. When the Royal Concertgebouw was closed during covid lockdown, the empty Great Hall was home to digital concerts by both established performers and new talents.

    Watch all the Empty Concertgebouw sessions