Celebrate the summer with the international music camp Side by Side
Festival Concert is a massive music manifestation where over 2000 young musicians and singers participate, together with Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra. We get to take part in what the participants have rehearsed during the camp days and the magnificent program includes both classical music pieces and a tribute to one of the heroes of Swedish choral music, Georg Riedel.
For over 10 years, Side by Side music camp has been one of the year's absolute highlights for music practicing children and young people from all over the world. For a few beautiful summer days, they gather to play and sing together, side by side with professional musicians. The camp promotes classical music while building bridges between people, cultures, and continents.
During Festival Concert, over 2000 choir singers and orchestral musicians of mixed ages perform together with the entire Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra in Scandinavium arena. They form massive choirs and orchestras in various combinations for a powerful musical manifestation, all under the direction of the camp's renowned conductors, Ron Davis Alvarez, Emilia Hoving, Marjolein Vermeeren, and Birgitta Mannerström-Molin.
A grand musical experience
Festival Concert offers symphonic music in various forms, magnificent choral songs, and film music in powerful arrangements. These include "How Far I'll Go" by Lin Manuel Miranda from Disney favorite Vaiana, in a new arrangement by Henrik Torolphi.
Another highlight will be the children's choir classic Vi är blommor (We are Flowers) by Georg Riedel. The performance will be a tribute to this beloved composer and his work for children and young people's music practice.
See you at Scandinavium!
Good to know
Total ban of bags
On the 1st of November, the Swedish police authorities decided on a total ban of bags for bigger events, this also applies to this event. The purpose of the ban is to increase the security of the events.
For a safer event
Be there in good time and be prepared that you may be searched. It is not permitted to bring umbrellas, bicycle batteries, camera and video equipment and food or drinks into the arena. However, empty soft water bottles for refills are allowed.
The organizer is responsible for the safety of the audience. Read more here: Safety in our arenas
Time schedule
The arena opens 14:00.
The Concert starts 15:00.
The concert lasts approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes without an intermission.
Age limit
No age limit. Children under 4 years old enter free with a paying adult and sit on their lap. If a separate seat is desired, a ticket is required.
Wheelchair seats and accessibility
Seats suitable for wheelchairs are booked via Ticketmaster.se or Ticketmaster call centre on 077 670 77 77. Each wheelchair ticket includes a free companion.
Read more about accessibility at Scandinavium.
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FAQ
More practical information before your visit can be found in our frequently asked questions or at sidebysidegoteborg.com.
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