80 Years of DEFA - The Film Music Gala

**80 Years of DEFA – The Film Music Gala** Step into the golden era of East‑German cinema with the former DEFA Symphony Orchestra as it revives over 700 iconic feature films in one unforgettable evening. Conductor **Christian Köhler** leads the *Deutsches Filmorchester Babelsberg* through a meticulously curated program that celebrates the artistic brilliance and historical significance of DEFA’s most enduring works. Special guests include the legendary saxophonist **Günther Fischer**, **Nadja Klier**, **Gojko Mitic** (the unforgettable chief of service whose Indian‑style compositions enliven post‑war dramas), and the vibrant vocalist **Jutta Wachowiak**. Together they will perform unforgettable themes from classics such as **“The Murderers Are Among Us,” “Saxony’s Glamour and Prussia’s Gloria,” “Hot Summer," “The Scout,” “Solo Sunny,”** and **“Gritta von Rattenzuhaus bei uns.”** The Gala also spotlights Konrad Wolf’s final DEFA masterpiece, *Solo Sunny*, whose cult status is buoyed by Fischer’s unforgettable score. Whether you’re a devoted film aficionado or a newcomer eager to experience the musical heart of GDR cinema, this concert film offers a cinematic journey where history meets heartfelt performance. *Details & tickets* await – join us for a night of nostalgia, artistry, and celebration of a pivotal cultural legacy.