Respect! – Concert at KulturPur 2025

Experience a profound and uplifting journey with *Respect! – Concert at KulturPur 2025*, a unique program dedicated to the essential power of mutual respect. Compiled exclusively for KulturPur, this extraordinary concert, led by internationally acclaimed conductor Enrico Delamboye and the renowned Philharmonie Südwestfalen, transcends mere listening – it fosters a feeling of shared hope and strength. Developed by music educator Andrea Hoever, this moving performance explores the delicate balance between opposing forces like war and peace, isolation and community, demonstrating how music can bridge divides and express what words often fail to capture. From the triumphant fanfare of Aaron Copland's *Fanfare for the Common Man* to the iconic themes from *Star Wars* and *Schindler’s List*, and culminating in a powerful rendition of Aretha Franklin's "Respect," this diverse program unites classical masterpieces, beloved film scores, and unforgettable pop anthems like Nena’s “99 Luftballons” and Gerry and the Pacemakers’ “You’ll Never Walk Alone.” The journey also includes John Lennon's enduring message of hope in “Imagine” and The 5th Dimension’s vibrant “Aquarius / Let the Sunshine In.” More than just a concert, *Respect!* is an invitation to reflect, connect, and leave the hall with a renewed sense of purpose, understanding that respect isn’t just a word—it's an attitude capable of changing the world.