Drums on jugs and cowbells
DRUMS ON JUGS AND COWBELLS
Many thanks to the Süddeutsche Zeitung for the great article on November 18, 2024, in preparation for the world premiere of the Bavarian Symphony on November 23, 2024, in the Herkulessaal in Munich!
Last week, I had the great pleasure of performing the world premiere of Andreas Begert's "Bavarian Symphony" in the Hercules Hall of the Munich Residence with the Munich Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Markus Bauer – and I was even privileged to play the incredibly exciting percussion solo. The unusual instruments, such as beer steins, a beer barrel, cowbells, and milk cans, lent the work a unique aesthetic. This concert was a special moment for me because it combined tradition and the unconventional in such a charming way. It was also a small family concert: Markus Bauer and Andreas Begert are my nephews. That, too, made it a very special occasion.
On that occasion, a great article about my week before the concert appeared in the Süddeutsche Zeitung; here's a short excerpt:
Offstage, I made time for other sources of inspiration. Culinary-wise, I enjoyed modern Levantine cuisine, which delighted me with its fresh aromas and spices. Musically, I explored avant-garde pop by female musicians whose creativity and courage gave me new impetus.
To find balance, I finally ventured out into nature. A hiking trip to a lake gave me peace, grounding, and renewed energy – a wonderful contrast to the intense daily life of a musician.
LINK TO THE FULL ARTICLE (SZ):
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DRUMS ON JUGS AND COWBELLS
Many thanks to the Süddeutsche Zeitung for the great article on November 18, 2024, in preparation for the world premiere of the Bavarian Symphony on November 23, 2024, in the Herkulessaal in Munich!
Last week, I had the great pleasure of performing the world premiere of Andreas Begert's "Bavarian Symphony" in the Hercules Hall of the Munich Residence with the Munich Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Markus Bauer – and I was even privileged to play the incredibly exciting percussion solo. The unusual instruments, such as beer steins, a beer barrel, cowbells, and milk cans, lent the work a unique aesthetic. This concert was a special moment for me because it combined tradition and the unconventional in such a charming way. It was also a small family concert: Markus Bauer and Andreas Begert are my nephews. That, too, made it a very special occasion.
On that occasion, a great article about my week before the concert appeared in the Süddeutsche Zeitung; here's a short excerpt:
Offstage, I made time for other sources of inspiration. Culinary-wise, I enjoyed modern Levantine cuisine, which delighted me with its fresh aromas and spices. Musically, I explored avant-garde pop by female musicians whose creativity and courage gave me new impetus.
To find balance, I finally ventured out into nature. A hiking trip to a lake gave me peace, grounding, and renewed energy – a wonderful contrast to the intense daily life of a musician.
LINK TO THE FULL ARTICLE (SZ):
Read more
