When does the concert start?

The concert starts on October 3, 2026, at 19:30.

Where is the concert taking place?

In the Petrus Church, Am Röttchen 10, 40468 Düsseldorf.

How much do the tickets cost?

The presale price is 22 euros, at the box office it is 28 euros. Reduced admission costs 20 euros.

Which musicians are performing?

The Big Band of the University of Düsseldorf, Martin Reuthner, Gero Körner, and Reiner Witzel are performing.

Are there any travel tips?

Yes. The stop Am Röttchen is connected, and lines 705, 707, 729, 730, 760, and 810 run there. Parking options are limited for cars.

Is the event indoors?

Yes, the concert takes place in the Petrus Church and is therefore an indoor event.

Hammond Organ meets Big Band live in Düsseldorf 2026

Name: 21. IDO-Festival: Hammond Organ meets Big Band
Start: 2026-10-03T21:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-03T23:30:00+02:00
Location: Petruskirche

When the Hammond Organ and Big Band make the Petrus Church resonate

On Saturday, October 3, 2026, as part of the 21st IDO Festival, the unmistakable Hammond organ meets the full power of a Big Band. An evening concert at the Petrus Church in Düsseldorf-Unterrath creates an intense live experience that combines jazz groove, improvisational tension, and sacred spatial acoustics. ([ido-festival.com](https://www.ido-festival.com/programm-orgelfestival/veranstaltung/id/648/))

Rich tones, direct pulse

When the Big Band of the University of Düsseldorf kicks off, the brass players unleash their full brilliance: precise phrases, quick dialogues, rich accents. In addition, Gero Körner layers the warm, slightly rough sound of the Hammond organ, instantly making the jazz physical. The result is not just a stylistic encounter but a dynamic orchestration of swing, funk energy, and free solo moments. ([ido-festival.com](https://www.ido-festival.com/programm-orgelfestival/veranstaltung/id/648/))

Soloists with character

With Martin Reuthner at the helm, an experienced bandleader and arranger guides the group confidently through the musical arcs. Reiner Witzel adds extra improvisational color as a saxophonist. This mix of craftsmanship precision and spontaneous stage performance makes the charm of this concert format. ([ido-festival.com](https://www.ido-festival.com/programm-orgelfestival/veranstaltung/id/648/))

A space that carries the sound

The Petrus Church, with more than 600 seats, provides an impressive setting for the concert. Its architecture and the organ with 48 registers on four manuals give depth and resonance to the evening. The address Am Röttchen 10, 40468 Düsseldorf, is located in Unterrath; the church is accessible via the stop Am Röttchen, as well as lines 705, 707, 729, 730, 760, and 810. Parking options are limited for cars. ([evdus.de](https://www.evdus.de/evangelisch-vor-ort/petruskirche))

Jazz between tradition and departure

The IDO Festival is considered the largest organ festival in Germany and stands for cross-genre formats that rethink organ music. This concert fits perfectly there: The Hammond organ provides the classic jazz impulse, the Big Band delivers the energy of a large ensemble, and the church gives the whole event a solemn yet immediate atmosphere. ([ido-festival.com](https://www.ido-festival.com/ueber-das-ido-festival/?utm_source=openai))

Anyone who loves Big Band jazz and wants to not only hear but feel the Hammond organ should mark this evening. This concert promises groove, joy of playing, and strong solos in a room that makes every sound resonate larger. A live experience that jazz enthusiasts from Düsseldorf and beyond should not miss. ([ido-festival.com](https://www.ido-festival.com/programm-orgelfestival/veranstaltung/id/648/))