We also have a long tradition of cultural engagement. We consider classical music in particular to be the universal language that brings people together; as such, it is an important part of our culture, which is represented by the Deutsche Philharmonie Merck, our musical ambassador. The concerts of this professional ensemble are highly popular, with more than 20,000 people attending them per year. They represent an integral part of the cultural life in the vicinity of our corporate headquarters in Darmstadt, Germany. Special events for children and youth as well as collaboration with schools, such as the annual orchestra workshop held for the first time in 2010, aim to make classical music more accessible to young people.
Furthermore, the Deutsche Philharmonie Merck regularly invites international guest ensembles to Darmstadt and also goes on international concert tours itself.
In 2011, the orchestra toured India, with more than 10,000 people attending the classical music concerts in Mumbai, Pune, New Delhi, Goa, Hyderabad, Bangalore, and Chennai. The Deutsche Philharmonie Merck thus helps to present our corporate culture to employees, customers and many other people. In summer 2013, the Deutsche Philharmonie Merck will be participating in an international jazz festival in Istanbul.
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