das  Benefizkonzert

B2

Estimated CEFR level.

/bɛnəˈfiːt͡skɔnˌt͡sɛʁt/

🎶 What exactly is a Benefizkonzert?

A Benefizkonzert (article: das) is a musical event where the proceeds, in whole or in part, go towards a charitable cause, a specific organization, or an individual in need. It combines musical enjoyment with social engagement.

The article is always das because it derives from das Konzert (the concert). There are no other articles or meanings for this word.

🧐 Grammar in Detail: Das Benefizkonzert

The noun "Benefizkonzert" is neuter (*sächlich*). It is declined as follows:

Example Sentences:

• Das jährliche Benefizkonzert sammelt Spenden für Kinder in Not. (The annual benefit concert collects donations for children in need.)
• Wir waren gestern auf einem tollen Benefizkonzert im Stadtpark. (We were at a great benefit concert in the city park yesterday.)
• Der Erlös des Benefizkonzerts geht an die lokale Tafel. (The proceeds of the benefit concert go to the local food bank.)
• Viele Künstler treten bei Benefizkonzerten ohne Gage auf. (Many artists perform at benefit concerts without a fee.)

💡 How 'das Benefizkonzert' is used

The term Benefizkonzert is used to describe concerts specifically organized to raise donations or support a good cause. The focus is on the charitable aspect.

• Typical Context: Event announcements, reports on fundraising campaigns, discussions about artists' social engagement.
• Differentiation: Unlike a normal, commercial concert (*kommerzielles Konzert*), the main goal here is not the profit of the organizer or artist, but the 'Benefiz' (from Latin: *benefit, good deed*).
• Synonym: Often, Wohltätigkeitskonzert is used, which means exactly the same thing (*charity concert*).

🧠 Mnemonics to Remember

Article Mnemonic: Think of das Konzert. A *Benefizkonzert* is just a type of concert, so it stays with das Benefizkonzert.

Meaning Mnemonic: "Benefiz" sounds like "benefit". A Benefizkonzert provides a *benefit* to others through music and charity.

🔄 Synonyms and Antonyms

⚠️ Note: Not every concert where donations are collected (e.g., via a donation box at the exit) is automatically a *Benefizkonzert*. In a true *Benefizkonzert*, all or a significant portion of the proceeds (e.g., from ticket sales) is designated for the good cause.

😄 A Little Joke

Warum spielen Skelette so ungern auf Benefizkonzerten?

Weil sie keinen Körper haben, um Gutes zu tun! 😉

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Why do skeletons dislike playing at benefit concerts?

Because they have no body to do good with! 😉

📜 A Poem on the Topic

Klänge schwingen durch den Raum,
ein musikalischer Traum.
Doch nicht nur Kunst wird hier geboten,
man hilft auch Menschen in Nöten.
Das Benefizkonzert, so schön,
lässt Herzen höherschlagen sehn.
Mit jeder Note, jedem Ton,
kommt Hilfe an – das ist der Lohn.

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Sounds swing through the room,
a musical dream.
But not only art is offered here,
one also helps people in need.
The benefit concert, so beautiful,
makes hearts beat faster.
With every note, every tone,
help arrives – that is the reward.

❓ A Little Riddle

Ich klinge schön und laut,
habe Künstler, die man schaut.
Mein Ticketkauf, das ist der Clou,
hilft anderen Menschen immerzu.

Was bin ich?

(Lösung/Solution: Das Benefizkonzert)

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I sound beautiful and loud,
I have artists that people watch.
Buying my ticket, that's the key,
helps other people constantly.

What am I?

(Answer: The benefit concert / Das Benefizkonzert)

🧩 Word Components & Trivia

The word Benefizkonzert is composed of:

• Benefiz: Derived from the Latin "beneficium", meaning "good deed" or "benefit". It refers to an event or action for a good cause.
• Konzert: A musical performance, a concert.

The gender of the compound word is determined by the main noun, which is "Konzert". Since it's das Konzert, it's also das Benefizkonzert.

Famous examples of benefit concerts include "Live Aid" (1985) or various concerts held after natural disasters.