Helsinki Music Centre (Musiikkitalo) opened in 2011 on Töölönlahti bay, next to Finlandia Hall. The building houses several concert halls, the largest seating around 1,700. It serves as the main home of the Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra, the Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra and the Sibelius Academy.
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Guided tour of the Musiikkitalo concert organ with 124 stops. Discover the instrument's diverse sounds and special features with an organist and guide.
concert18:15Students from Helsinki's music schools perform a concert at the Musiikkitalo. Free admission.
classical19:00Conductor Adam Fischer and soprano Bella Miah perform Viennese classical works at Musiikkitalo.
concert12:00in 2 days
Organ Tale BUU is a creation by Kari Hotakainen and Jouni Hirvelä about young Kertu, swept away by a storm and befriended by a wolf. Eerik Ohtamaa plays organ and Martina Roos narrates.
concert18:00in 3 days
British organist Wayne Marshall and the Lahden Gospelkuoro combine classical organ music, improvisation, and gospel at Musiikkitalo. Their first joint performance features a jazz-influenced programme and highlights from American gospel.
classical10:00An open general rehearsal where the Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra prepares for the evening's concert. Watch how a classical music performance comes together.
ballet19:00Stravinsky's classic ballet Petrushka tells the tragic fate of a lovesick puppet-theatre character. The Helsinki City Orchestra performs this iconic work at Musiikkitalo.
concert18:15Helsinki City Orchestra presents concert promenades at the Music House. Come listen and discuss the evening.
classical19:00The Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra performs Sebastian Fagerlund's organ concerto Ad Spiram, featuring Latvian organ virtuoso Iveta Apkalna.
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club21:00HKO musicians and their guests create a creative club night with unexpected meetings and fresh ideas.
classical19:00Helsinki City Orchestra explores supernatural themes and mysticism under conductor Olli Mustonen in this classical concert.
classical19:00Violinist Inmo Yang, winner of the 2022 Jean Sibelius Competition, performs Brahms' violin concerto with the Helsinki City Orchestra.
classical16:00Young German organist Jan Liebermann showcases the Music House's monumental organ in a programme of classical and romantic music.
concert19:00The world-renowned Mahler Chamber Orchestra performs at the Music House in Helsinki. Each member of the orchestra is a virtuoso on their instrument.
concert15:00Chamber music concert featuring works by Britten, Bridge and Blake, performed by RSO musicians in an intimate setting at Musiikkitalo.
concert18:00Finnish rock band Von Hertzen Brothers performs at Helsinki Music Centre. An energetic concert from one of Finland's most beloved rock acts.
concert19:00A concert celebrating opera singer Aino Ackté on her 150th anniversary. Sibelius Academy students perform her songs, arias and personal writings about her life as a singer.
classical(2 days)
The Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra performs a world premiere of Antti Auvinen's violin concerto with Swedish soloist Ava Bahari, conducted by Nicholas Collon, alongside works by Vaughan Williams and Shostakovich.
concert19:00Singer-songwriter Ava Bahari performs at Helsinki Music Centre.
concert14:00A concert of sacred and folk music performed by church music students and singers, featuring German lieder, hymns, and traditional South Ostrobothnian songs.
classical18:00Eight baroque singers from different countries compete in the final of the international Aria Borealis competition. The programme is built on Handel's operas and oratorios in a special montage created for this competition.
concert18:30International baroque singing competition featuring eight finalists from different countries, each performing a self-selected 20-minute programme with accompaniment from Nordic baroque orchestras.
concert19:00Japanese pianist phenomenon Hayato Sumino plays Sibelius 5 with the Helsinki City Orchestra in a sold-out concert.
concert19:00Helsinki's city orchestra presents a condensed version of Wagner's Ring cycle without singers, conducted by Susanna Mälki.
festival10:00Baby's Day marks its 10th anniversary with a festive programme at Musiikkitalo. Colour baths, theatre, music and singing games for families with babies and toddlers.
concert(2 days)
The Radio Symphony Orchestra under Hannu Lintu performs grand works by Szymanowski and Liszt, featuring tenor Mihails Čuļpajevs and the Musiikkitalo Choir.
concert19:00French organ virtuosos Olivier Latry and Shin-Young Lee perform a dance-themed programme spanning from Rameau to Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring.
festival10:00Music House Open Day offers free programming for everyone: concerts, jazz performances, children's activities and much more. Come explore the Music House!
concert19:00The Radio Symphony Orchestra under conductor Elim Chan presents a classical music evening featuring soprano Claire de Sévigné performing Unsuk Chin's playful work. After the main concert, chamber music by Berg and Schreker continues the programme.
concert18:30Prokofiev's classic "Peter and the Wolf" combines with new music, dance, and theatre at the Music House.
concert15:00RSO's Sunday concert presents Polish mountain music under Justyna Grudzień's direction. The programme features works by Szymanowski, Górecki, and Kilar, reflecting the Tatra Mountains' heritage and Goralian folk traditions.
lecture16:30A backstage tour through Musiikkitalo's hidden spaces, exploring the building's architecture, technical systems, and behind-the-scenes stories. The tour concludes on the terrace with discounted refreshments.
opera(2 days)
Baroque orchestra Ensemble Nyland presents a new production that merges 17th-century opera with the stories of contemporary queer artists through music, dance and theatre.
concert19:00Helsinki City Orchestra presents an Italian-themed concert without a conductor at the Music House.
concert(2 days)
The Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra opens its autumn season with Szymanowski and Prokofiev, plus Sofia Gubaidulina's viola concerto in its Finnish premiere, performed by Antoine Tamestit.
concert18:00Kimmo Pohjonen, Mikko Helenius and Tuomas Norvio perform "Hallowed Lungs", a work that unites accordion, organ and electronic music in a trio. This return performance of the sold-out January show comes back to Musiikkitalo.
classical19:00The Helsinki City Orchestra performs the Pathetique Symphony under the direction of chief conductor Jukka-Pekka Sarasteen.
concert19:00The Helsinki City Orchestra performs a concert on the Music Centre's media wall featuring works by Damström, Prokofiev and Tchaikovsky. A free outdoor event where you can bring your own food.
concert10:00Violinist Lotta Marie performs at Helsinki Music Centre.
concert19:00The 2026 Helsinki Festival opens with Rufus Wainwright's Dream Requiem, performed by the Helsinki City Orchestra at the Music House.
festival(4 days)
Young singers perform in a four-day concert series at the Music House, accompanied by pianist Tuula Hällström. Admission is free.
concert16:00Austrian organist Stefan Donner performs classical organ compositions and arrangements at Musiikkitalo. The programme features works by Bach, Grieg, Widor, and other masters.
concert18:00Philharmonia Orchestra performs at Helsinki Music Hall under conductor Santtu-Matias Rouvali with pianist Gabriela Montero. The programme includes the Finnish premiere of Montero's Latin Concerto and Saint-Saëns' Symphony No. 3.
other(11 days)
Free music class for young children featuring singing, instrument play, movement and games led by Sibelius Academy students.
exhibition(31 days)
Free summer visits to Musiikkitalo Concert Hall's renowned organ and architecture with a self-guided tour.
festival(39 days)
Coca-Cola Fan Zone at the Music House screens World Cup football matches on large displays throughout June and July. The free outdoor venue features live performances, karaoke and film screenings for all ages.