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):
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With Brooms on TV: 2022 – The Quiz
With Brooms on TV: 2022 – The Quiz
Who would have thought that an everyday cleaning utensil could have so much entertainment potential?
The year 2022 ended with a very special appearance: Seventeen years after my colleagues and I became "Betting Champions" on Thomas Gottschalk's show with our Beatles-themed broom challenge, we were able to dust off our brooms once again and provide top-notch entertainment on the ARD program "2022 Das Quiz" on December 30th. Guests Barbara Schöneberger, Günther Jauch, Jan Josef Liefers, and Florian Silbereisen had to guess various songs based on the sounds we made while sweeping. These included songs like Udo Jürgens' "Ich war noch niemals in New York" (I've Never Been to New York) and the rock classic "Smoke on the Water." Of course, the summer hit "Layla" was also featured…
Something different: "Shape of you" on the handpan
Something different: "Shape of You" on the handpan
I immediately took my new handpan on tour: the clip of our acoustic version of Ed Sheeran's "Shape of You" was filmed during a break, somewhere backstage...
Something different: "Shape of You" on the handpan
I immediately took my new handpan on tour: the clip of our acoustic version of Ed Sheeran's "Shape of You" was filmed during a break, somewhere backstage...
My composition for marimba with choir and orchestra
World premiere of my work "Lumen for Marimba" in an arrangement with choir and orchestra.
It was a truly magical moment: Under the motto "Carmina Burana meets Power Percussion unplugged", my work "Lumen for Marimba" was premiered in the Munich Philharmonic Hall with the choir and orchestra of the Bavarian Philharmonic.
It was a pleasure for me, as a marimba soloist, to immerse myself in the sound of this classical ensemble. Above all, I thoroughly enjoyed experiencing how my composition touched and inspired the audience. For me personally, it was the absolute highlight of this extraordinary concert evening.
My work "Lumen for Marimba" in an arrangement with choir and orchestra.
It was a truly magical moment: Under the motto "Carmina Burana meets Power Percussion unplugged", my work "Lumen for Marimba" was premiered in the Munich Philharmonic Hall with the choir and orchestra of the Bavarian Philharmonic.
It was a pleasure for me, as a marimba soloist, to immerse myself in the sound of this classical ensemble. Above all, I thoroughly enjoyed experiencing how my composition touched and inspired the audience. For me personally, it was the absolute highlight of this extraordinary concert evening.