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Classic meets fairy tales: Organ summer with Little Prince” in Holzhausen
Bastian Uhlig plays on the restored Hesse organ in Holzhausen. The concert combines music with the classic “The Little Prince”.
Classic meets fairy tales: Organ summer with Little Prince” in Holzhausen
On July 13, 2025, Holzhausen turned into a cultural hotspot when the Gotha-born organist Bastian Uhlig gave a very special concert. Under the title “The Little Prince” he brought the work of the same name by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry to the stage, accompanied by the narrator Laura Birkenfelder. The event attracted numerous guests of the Organ Summer and was opened by Gabi Damm, who warmly welcomed those present.
The concert took place on the historic Hesse organ, which was built between 1788 and 1803 and carefully restored. This organ is a true jewel and, with its 19 registers on two manuals and pedal, offers a first-class sonic experience. Particularly noteworthy are the marbled key fronts, which make the organ a unique instrument.
A dream comes true
With this concert, Bastian Uhlig fulfilled a long-held dream. His training at the Royal Conservatory in Brussels and the Weimar University of Music, which he completed with honors, makes him an internationally recognized soloist and continuo player on harpsichord, organ and fortepiano. His previous appearances have included concerts for Deutschlandfunk Kultur, Bayerischer Rundfunk and the Real Filharmonía de Galicia.
The musical performance during the concert included works by composers such as Rheinberger, Krebs and Rüppe. The combination of storytelling and organ music gave the classic “The Little Prince” a very special touch and touched the hearts of those present.
A cultural experience
Admission to this unique event was 15 euros, and culinary delicacies from Rosenhof were offered during the event. Laura Birkenfelder, the theater teacher and actress, has an impressive CV. She studied at the Stuttgart Theater Academy and is currently acting in the Hamburg Dungeon.
The Hesse organ itself has a rich history. It underwent several renovations over the years, including by Ernst Ludwig Hesse and Friedrich Meißner. After severe structural damage, it was relocated in 1928, but was rebuilt in 1929 and restored by Orgelbau Waltershausen GmbH from 2014 to 2017. The aim of this restoration was to restore the original condition from 1867.
For the listeners it was not just a concert, but an impressive experience that combined music and literature in a historical setting. The Organ Summer in Holzhausen remains an important event that offers cultural highlights and helps to promote the love of music.
Further information about the Organ Summer and future events can be found on the Orgelsommer website or in the report from inSouth Thuringia.