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Where Peter Thomas’s career began, a grand anniversary show will take place on December 3, 2025. Be there when the Big Band of the Deutsche Oper lets Raumpatrouille take off once again. Oliver Kalkofe will guide you through the impressive body of work of Peter Thomas and has invited plenty of special guests to join him — including Dr. Pop, Helmut Zerlett, Roswitha Völz, and more.
The anniversary celebrations will kick off at the Bundesplatz Cinema in Berlin with Raumpatrouille on November 2, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. Our guest of honor that Sunday will be Roswitha Völz, who danced the Galyxo in the Starlight Casino during the 1966 recordings. Until December 7, the Bundesplatz Cinema will present a special selection of Peter Thomas films every Sunday. And on November 30, we’ll celebrate his December 1 birthday with an exclusive 45-minute interview, “This is Peter Thomas Speaking,” followed by the multiple award-winning film The Endless Night.
The German Film Institute and Film Museum (DFF) in Frankfurt will pay special tribute to composer Peter Thomas on the occasion of his 100th birthday by presenting a selection of his films in November.
This homage celebrates the versatile film composer Peter Thomas, whose imaginative use of diverse instruments and sound devices left a lasting mark on popular West German cinema of the 1960s and 1970s. From Edgar Wallace and Jerry Cotton to Simmel adaptations and works by directors such as Will Tremper and Zbyněk Brynych, the series offers a cinematic cross-section featuring many of the era’s stars.
Where Peter Thomas’s career began, a grand anniversary show will take place on December 3, 2025.
Be there when the Big Band of the Deutsche Oper lets Raumpatrouille take off once again!
Oliver Kalkofe will guide you through the impressive life’s work of Peter Thomas, joined by many special guests — including Dr. Pop, Helmut Zerlett, Roswitha Völz, and more.
When: December 3, 2025, 8:00 p.m.
Where: Großer Sendesaal des rbb
Masurenallee 8–14
14057 Berlin-Charlottenburg
Completion of CAS in Music Production
I’m thrilled to share the successful completion of my CAS in Music Production. This intensive and inspiring program has been a meaningful milestone on my new musical path. It not only expanded my technical and creative skills but also allowed me to rediscover and carry forward my father’s music from a fresh perspective.
I’m excited for what lies ahead – and I look forward to new creative projects and musical adventures!
At the end of last year, the award-winning film The Endless Night (Die endlose Nacht, 1963) celebrated its U.S. premiere at New York’s renowned Metrograph cinema – a landmark moment for this German classic, featuring the legendary film score by Peter Thomas.
A milestone in German cinema history, the film was honored with four German Film Awards in Gold, including Best Original Score for Peter Thomas. Thanks to the passion and dedication of Walter Potganski (MovieMax), this cinematic gem was presented to an international audience for the first time in an English-language version – a true milestone for the film.
The late, great Hannelore Elsner once said of the film:
“I want people to see this film… it’s a gift.”
With its haunting atmosphere, outstanding performances, and iconic music, The Endless Night remains a timeless classic – continuing to captivate new generations of film lovers around the world.
Cordy – Peter’s Muse and Life Partner
Cordy was Peter’s muse. For nearly 60 years, they walked through life side by side, united by a wonderful partnership filled with love, trust, and deep affection.
Since my father was always forward-thinking and loved new technology, I’m sure he wouldn’t have minded that I used AI to gently animate some of their shared photos. I believe he would have liked the result – it brings their special bond to life once more, in a new and touching way.
This event is also tied to our memory of Bernhard Marsch from Filmclub 813, who deeply impressed us over those four days with his warmth, his boundless passion for cinema, and his endless stream of ideas.
We are deeply saddened by his sudden passing. It was a wonderful and inspiring encounter – and we had so many plans… it’s simply hard to grasp.
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As part of the Peter Thomas Special, we had the pleasure of giving a one-hour interview at 674FM in Cologne.
It was a fantastic afternoon filled with engaging conversations about Peter Thomas, his music, and his films – all accompanied by many of his legendary tracks. A huge thank-you to Karl Heinz Müller and his team for welcoming us so warmly and professionally. A special highlight: Roswitha’s little dance moment in the studio – with a casual swing of the hips, she really got the music rolling!
The hosting team was fantastic, the atmosphere relaxed, the music selection spot-on – we thoroughly enjoyed every minute!
The podcast SOUNDS LIKE PETER THOMAS offers a fresh take on Peter Thomas’s distinctive music. You’ll get the lowdown on the latest PTSO releases, new projects, and insights into the artist’s life. Philip Thomas (son) and Thomas Müller (PTSO connoisseur since the beginning) are excited to share this journey through the life and work of the iconic composer with you.
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