Benefit concert in Eickel: Music for a good cause!

Benefit concert in Eickel: Music for a good cause!

On April 5, 2025, the parish of St. Christophorus invites you to a special benefit concert in the St. Marienkirche in Eickel. Under the patronage of Mayor Dr. Frank Dudda will appear the renowned state police orchestra North Rhine -Westphalia (LPO NRW). The evening begins at 6 p.m., admission is already from 5 p.m. The entire proceeds of the concert will benefit the Herner Tafel and the Lukas Hospiz by generating it from ticket sales and sponsorship contributions.

The State Police Orchestra North Rhine -Westphalia, which consists of 45 professional musicians, is directed by Thomas Boger, a conductor who grew up in Herne. Visitors can look forward to an impressive repertoire that includes top international classics. The planned pieces include the "Suite from the Hymn of the Highlands" by Philip Sparke as well as "Hallelujah" by Leonard Cohen and "Someone Like You" from "Jeckyll & Hyde" by Bricusse and Wildhorn.

a special atmosphere in the St. Marienkirche

The neo -Gothic indoor church of St. Marien, which will be partially illuminated during the concert, offers the ideal setting for such an event. The ticket price is 15 euros and can be purchased at various ticket agencies, including the Ticketshop Stadtmarketing at Kirchhofstrasse 5, the literary house at Bebelstraße 18 and the parish office of St. Dionysius in Glockenstrasse 7.

The LPO NRW is not only involved in benefit concerts, but also supports the public relations work of the NRW police. Every year the orchestra takes part in around 160 events that range from young police advertising to readings and workshops. The variety of its musical ensembles is reflected in a wide range of styles, including classic, modern, jazz and hip-hop. This diversity promotes the formation of trust between the police and the population through the use of music.

successful benefit concerts in the past