Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is introducing an exclusive new concert format for its cruises, Curated Concerts, combining classical music with destinations along the cruise itinerary.

Musicians Alexander Krichel, David Orlowsky and Shira Patchornik will act as hosts and curate their own personal concert cruises aboard the Europa and Europa 2 in 2027.

The artists will develop the musical concept together with their artistic partners, giving each program a distinctive identity.

Each journey will combine two concerts onboard with an evening concert on land.

Curated Concerts by Alexander Krichel

In this program, multiple-award-winning pianist Alexander Krichel and actor Sabin Tambrea explore the melodrama from a new perspective, combining music and spoken text.

The onshore highlight is the concert at the Eric Ericson Hall in Stockholm.

Sample cruise aboard the Europa: “Summertime Baltic breeze,” July 18-30, 2027, from Hamburg to Kiel, 12 days. Bookable in the PLATINUM fare from € 6,620 per person.

Curated Concerts by David Orlowsky

This cruise sails from Hamburg along the Norwegian coast to the North Cape and includes a concert in the Arctic Cathedral in Tromso.

Clarinetist David Orlowsky will perform alongside a female vocal ensemble, presenting an arrangement spanning classical chamber music and contemporary interpretation.

Sample cruise onboard the Europa 2: “Norway’s natural wonders,” Aug 28 to Sep 12, 2027, from Hamburg to Kiel, 12 days. Bookable in the PLATINUM fare from € 8,490 per person.

Curated Concerts by Shira Patchornik

The concert at the Ulriksdal Palace Theatre in Stockholm marks the start of a musical program that moves between baroque music, folk music and chamber music.

Soprano Shira Patchornik, together with her trio Cyrene and lutenist Elias Conrad, will present a program that combines historical musical traditions with personal arrangements.

Guests can look forward to performances from the Romantic era and the world of opera, ranging from Monteverdi to Mozart.

Sample cruise onboard the Europa: “Mare Balticum: tradition meets modernity,” Aug 30 to Sep 10, 2027, from Hamburg to Kiel, 11 days. Bookable in the PLATINUM fare from € 5,590 per person.

All prices listed are based on double occupancy, including early booking discount, valid until Oct 31, 2026, and excluding travel package to and from departure and arrival points.