The Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet was founded in 1988 during the era of Herbert von Karajan and boasts the same membership since ints inception. It is the first permanently established wind quintet in the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra's rich tradition of chamber music. The ensemble's extensive activities include not only concert appearances in Germany, but also numerous tours abroad and guest appearances at international festivals.
Members: Michael Hasel, flute, Andreas Wittmann, oboe, Walter Seyfarth, clarinet, Fergus McWilliam, horn and Henning Trog, bassoon.