If you’re looking for a night of pure, angelic voices, the Mädchenchor Hamburg is coming to Shanghai for their first-ever China tour. This German girls’ choir, backed by over a century of tradition, will perform a mix of German classics, international favorites, and even some Chinese pieces—all delivered with their signature clarity and emotional depth. It’s a rare chance to hear professional European youth choir culture up close, right here at Wanping Theatre.

Mädchenchor Hamburg – First China Tour presents the unique artistry of a German girls’ choir with over a century of choral tradition. Known for their pure, clear, and sweet vocal tone, the choir combines technical precision with heartfelt expression, creating a sound often described as ethereal and “untouched by the world.”

As part of Germany’s official choir network under the Hamburg state government, Mädchenchor Hamburg aims to develop the musical and vocal skills of girls and teenagers in a nurturing and professional environment. From the beginning, members are trained in correct vocal techniques, tonal awareness, and ensemble sensitivity. Touring is a key part of their work, performing in major German concert halls and churches, including the Elbphilharmonie and Laeiszhalle.

Their international tours have taken them across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and the Americas, performing in countries such as Armenia, Denmark, Finland, Israel, Qatar, Malaysia, Singapore, Spain, South Africa, Switzerland, the United States, and the UAE. The choir’s performances are consistently acclaimed for their precision, emotional clarity, and charm.

On this first China tour, the choir brings the full ensemble of performers, with no replacements, presenting a complete and authentic program. Audiences can expect to hear the beauty of German choral music, classical European repertoire, select international works, and even Chinese pieces—each delivered with the choir’s signature clarity and expressive depth.

Program

German/Austrian classics:

• Kein schöner Land
• Guten Abend, Gute Nacht
• Abendsegen
• Regevogel
• Abendfrieden
• Ständchen
• This Beautiful Place
• Lullabies and Evening Hymns

International works:

• I denna luva sommartid
• Fire
• Tundra
• Kafal Sviri
• Mironczarnia
• Kom

Pop arrangements:

• Apple Tree
• Viva la Vida
• Nothing Else Matters

Chinese pieces:

• Ru Yuan (如愿)
• You Zi Yin (游子吟)

Every note is a bridge between German and Chinese cultures, creating a shared musical experience that resonates across borders. The choir’s voices carry the precision of German choral tradition and the innocence of youth, leaving audiences with a lasting sense of serenity and wonder.