Just like the Pierre Boulez Saal, the Boulez Ensemble embodies flexibility and programmatic openness. Whether presenting solo pieces or larger works for different combinations of instruments, the ensemble’s concerts are focused on the inspiring juxtaposition of the Classical and Romantic repertoire with compositions from the 20th century and music of our time. Bach, Mozart, Brahms, Schoenberg, Schreker, Stravinsky, Maderna, John Adams, and of course Pierre Boulez—these are just a few of the composers whose works the Boulez Ensemble performs this season, led by its founder Daniel Barenboim as well as notable guest conductors, offering an opportunity to look and listen beneath the surface and beyond the familiar.
