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Felix was born without arms; now he performs as a top soloist

The Residentie Orkest is honoring Mozart and has brought a top German soloist to The Hague for the occasion. Inviting a guest musician or conductor from abroad is not uncommon, but there is something special about Felix Klieser: he plays the horn not with his hand, but with his bare left foot.

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A new composition by Amarante Nat

The One Minute Symphony has become an integral part of the Residentie Orkest ’s concerts. Composer Amarante Nat looks back on this significant milestone in his career and looks ahead to his latest composition.

Strauss in The Hague

Did you know that the music of Richard Strauss has been played since the founding of the Residentie Orkest ?

RO NOW: The Stories Behind Dvořák & Mahler

What do train numbers and Dvořák have in common? And what did a life-threatening night have to do with Mahler’s music? It’s all covered in RO NOW: Dvořák 5. Host Sander Zwiep tells you more about it!

Nikola Meeuwsen (24) won a major music award and is receiving invitations from all over the world: “A bizarre experience”

It’s nothing short of a miracle that Ivo Niehe hasn’t shown up on his doorstep yet. The story of the prodigy Nikola Meeuwsen sounds like the perfect episode of the TV Show. Ever since the 24-year-old from The Hague became the first Dutchman ever to win the Queen Elisabeth Competition in Brussels last year, the world has been at his feet.

A new composition by Max van Platen

The One Minute Symphony has become an integral part of the Residentie Orkest ’s concerts. Composer Max van Platen looks back on this significant milestone in his career and looks ahead to his latest composition.

Musical Walk at Duivenvoorde Castle 2026

On June 18, the fourth edition of Club RO’s musical walk took place on the sun-drenched grounds of Duivenvoorde Castle.

Summer Concert 2026

On Thursday , June Thursday , the annual Summer Concert took place in the beautiful Oude Kerk in Voorburg—a festive evening organized by the Friends of the Residentie Orkest Association Residentie Orkest thank our Gold and Platinum Friends for their indispensable support.

RO NOW: The Stories Behind The Rite of Spring

Why did Stravinsky’s *The Rite of Spring* cause such a stir? What do Stravinsky and the Rolling Stones actually have in common? You’ll find out all about it in our concert *RO NOW: The Rite of Spring*. Host Christiaan Kuyvenhoven will tell you more!

RO NOW: The stories behind Symphonic Waltzes

What do whipped cream and the waltz have in common? And how did Richard Strauss celebrate his 60th birthday? You'll find out in our concert RO NOW: Symphonic Waltzes. Host Christiaan Kuyvenhoven will tell you all about it!

From classroom to Concert Hall: a week filled with Christmas sounds

Last week, The Hague was all about music, socializing, and Christmas sounds. Christmas concerts originating from The Residents' music projects could be heard at various locations throughout the city.

RO NOW: The stories behind Grieg & Shostakovich

What do soccer and Shostakovich have in common? Or Grieg's Piano Concerto and a hat? It will all pass by in our concert RO NOW: Shostakovich 6. Presenter Christiaan Kuyvenhoven will tell you more!

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