Popdeurope
Berlin, Germany13-15 September 2007 - First or second full weekend in September annually
Popdeurope, Berlin, showcases some of the up and coming and well-known pop artists from Europe for three days. Admission to the festival, which is held at the Berlin Arena, is only 24 euros for 3 days with some concerts requiring additional tickets. A great venue for is a summer music festival of global sounds. Held in the Arena Berlin, it showcases artists whose lives may be centred in Europe but whose music explores non-European sounds and styles.
ARD International Music Competition
Munich, Germany4 September -21 September 2007 (Annually)
Talented young musicians from all over the world compete in this classical music event which is a great showcase for young musicians. Classical music lovers have a chance to see the newest talent at exceptionally reasonable prices.
Berlin International Literary Festival
Berlin, Germany4-16 September 2007 - 10 days the 1-2nd week of September annually
Literature lovers, authors and editors from around the world meet at this book and literature festival in Berlin, where you can hear readings from countless authors. Authors love attending this festival which gives them a chance to read from their works and literature lovers can immerse themselves in their favorite types of literature.
Musikfest Berlin
Berlin,Germany31 August - 16 September 2007 (The first 2 1/2 weeks of September every year)
Musicfest Berlin brings together some of the leading orchestras in the world for classical and contemporary music performances at the Berlin Philharmonie.
Potsdam Jazz Festival
Potsdam, Germany8-15 September 2007 (Every Year - the 2nd week of September)
Not a fan of classical music? You might want to check out the Potsdam Jazz Festival for 2 weeks of great jazz music in several locations around Potsdam and Berlin.
Auftakt Festival
Frankfurt, Germany28 August - 1 October 2007 (September every year)
Auftakt signals the start of the Alte Oper season and highlights a world renowned composer and musician each year. It is a favorite of contemporary music lovers from all over the world but make sure you try to get tickets ahead of time.
Popkomm Festival and Music Awards
Berlin, Germany19-22 September 2007 (Every year the 3rd weekend of September)
If you are a pop fan or, more particularly, in the music business, you will not want to miss the Popkomm Festival. Hundreds of great shows over a period of a few day and a great place to learn about the latest and greatest in pop musicians. Take a few days out of Oktoberfest to take a trip up to Berlin to visit this great festival.
Düsseldorf Altstadt Autumn Festival
Düsseldorf, Germany5 September - 27 September 2007 (Last 2 weeks or so of September every year)
The old town (Aldstadt) of Düsseldorf is the place to be whether you are a jazz, contemporary or classical music fan. Many of the concerts are free, but none are more than 30 euros. Düsseldorf bars and pubs also participate with special acts during the 3 week Altstadt Herbst Festival.
International Beethoven Festival
Bonn, Germany24 August - 23 September 2007 (Every year)
The International Beethoven Festival is a favorite of Beethoven fans from around the world and is a lot more than just Beethoven. You can hear some of the other great contemporary and classical composers in Bonn, Beethoven's birthplace. Tickets range from 10 to 100 euros, depending on the concert and venue.
Samba Syndrom
Berlin, Germany27-30 September 2007
Samba is popular in Germany and Berlin is no exception, the Berlin Samba Syndrom offers workshops, dances, concerts and events for the kids as well as the adults.
