Gewand­haus­orchester

World-class music, simply delivered

The Gewandhausorchester is among the world’s oldest and most prestigious orchestras, as well as the world’s largest traveling orchestra. Some 185 Gewandhausorchester musicians spend a third of their year performing at concert halls around the globe, and DHL is with them every step of the way, keeping the ensemble in rhythm throughout its impressive touring schedule.

As Official Logistics Partner of the Gewandhausorchester since 2009, we ensure secure and on-time transport of 6 tons of vital equipment to each concert venue, including customs clearance formalities and temperature-controlled transport of priceless musical instruments. Music is a way to express passion. A universal language, it touches the hearts of millions of people. We are delighted to collaborate with the Gewandhausorchester to deliver the most memorable events and light up homes with beautiful classical music.

The partnership has seen countless once-in-a-lifetime events, including our “Pop-Up concerts”, “Everyday Heroes”, and “Christmas Concerts” where we shared treasured memories by bringing joy and music directly to the people. Always in tune, always on time and always there for the applause, DHL is proud to be part of the cultural cornerstone that is the Gewandhausorchester.

One of the world’s most prestigious musical ensembles

Virtual Concert Tour

Go on a virtual concert tour with DHL and the Gewandhausorchester.

Pop-Up Concerts

The Gewandhausorchester and DHL deliver ten "pop-up" concerts.

Everyday Heros

If the audience cannot come to the orchestra, then orchestra must go to the audience.

Gewandhausorchester in the Far East - “It’s like visiting an old friend”

As the world Gewandhausorchester began this year’s tour of Asia, three of its musicians recall their past experiences there and look forward to even more memorable performances in Japan and China.

Developing & transporting ‘BTHVN on Tour’

Beethoven’s 250th birthday and DHL’s 50th anniversary - Time to celebrate with a once-in-a-lifetime world tour.

Meet the Artist – Living Responsibility in our Communities

“Meet the Artist” invites children into the wonderful world of classical music, inspiring them to look at a world of possibilities.

Highlights from the Gewandhausorchester’s autumn tour

The Gewandhausorchester has returned from a successful tour through Northern Europe where Andris Nelsons performed in his home country Latvia as the Gewandhauskapellmeister for the first time.

Behind the Scenes

On tour with the world-famous Gewandhausorchester.

Pinnacle of artistic endeavour

The pinnacle of artistic endeavour can only be achieved by means of perfect teamwork: not only during the concerts, but also in the transport of over 100 precious, sometimes priceless instruments, stage equipment, music and concert dress from one concert to the next. The safe, punctual, perfect climatic transportation of such sensitive freight requires meticulous planning, effective coordination and a fine instinct on the part of all concerned during the entire transport chain.

Dr. Frank Appel

Chief Executive Officer Global Business Services at DPDHL Group

Pinnacle of artistic endeavour

DHL has always been very reliable when it comes to logistics planning and execution.

Professor Andreas Schulz

Gewandhaus director