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Press play: the night

the night

The night. Silence and stillness—yet also mystery and menace. Gustav Mahler captured all these contrasts in his Seventh Symphony, the “Song of the Night.” On the silver screen too, the night reveals many faces: from simmering romance to chilling suspense.
Film journalist Robin Broos made a personal selection.
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Mahler 7 · 07.02.2026 · Flagey

Unlike his other symphonies, Mahler’s Seventh is a search for the man behind the music — between the notes. At first glance, it seems to be built from unrelated fragments: independent melodies, rhythms, harmonies, and forms that don’t immediately cohere. And yet, listeners familiar with Mahler’s work will recognize certain threads. For newcomers, it’s a wild and unpredictable ride.

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Mahler 7 · 08.02.2026 · De Bijloke

Unlike his other symphonies, Mahler’s Seventh is a search for the man behind the music — between the notes. At first glance, it seems to be built from unrelated fragments: independent melodies, rhythms, harmonies, and forms that don’t immediately cohere. And yet, listeners familiar with Mahler’s work will recognize certain threads. For newcomers, it’s a wild and unpredictable ride.

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Press Play: Must-See Films

Every concert starts with a theme—an idea that sparks the imagination. Inspired by those themes, film journalist Robin Broos compiles must-see film lists that dive deeper into the atmosphere and emotions behind the music.

Press Play and discover the top films that echo the spirit of each performance—sometimes thought-provoking, sometimes surprising, always worth watching.