Storytelling is probably one of the oldest arts in the world, if not the mother and origin of all the arts themselves. Even in times when hoping and wishing were still completely common means of helping a story to a happy ending, listeners young and old sat together and traveled, gently bedded on the wings of words, into wondrous, strange and yet strangely familiar worlds.

At a “Kurtsgeschichten” storytelling evening, you become part of this centuries-old tradition and continue to write it: stories emerge from lovingly designed storytelling cases before the eyes and ears of the audience, telling of life’s successes, of overcoming challenges, surprising twists and turns, of arriving and the longed-for happiness of love, but also of failure, wandering, making the wrong decisions or the painful burden of life. A narrative journey through space and time: Africa, the Orient but also our Bavarian homeland form the backdrop for magical, timeless stories. Will Hans find his happiness after all, what is the African king’s ring all about, are there extra shadows that don’t belong to anyone and who gets to celebrate a wedding?

Anyone who loves stories will also love this evening and will certainly ask the storyteller: “Tell me (another) story.”

Stephan von Clarmann skillfully rounds off the wandering thoughts between the stories heard and experienced with his vibraphone playing. This evening in the studio will allow us to completely forget everyday life in terms of lyrics, art and music. What could be better?

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As part of the 19th Mühldorf Music Night, the musical host performs a remarkable solo program.

Program: Impression-Interpretation-Improvisation on ‘Shine On You Crazy Diamond’ (Pink Floyd)

Stephan von Clarmann: vibraphone, xylosynth, electronics

This 9-part suite is the central part of the million-selling LP ‘Wisch You Were Here’ from 1975. “45 years ago, this was the first LP I was able to afford with my meagre pocket money. I still treasure this record like a real treasure.” “I’ve probably heard it at least 100 times, but now it’s time to finally perform this music on the vibraphone.”

It will be exciting to see how this almost iconic work by the Pink Floyd supergroup can sound in a completely new guise. Anyone who knows the musician v.Clarmann knows that he always looks for and finds new ways with a lot of fun and without blinkers.

Embark on this adventure. It will be a counterpart to the other wonderful concerts of the Mühldorf Music Night that are well worth listening to.

PS: as this concert is part of the Mühldorf Music Night, a contribution towards expenses is required – in contrast to our usual practice.

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Program: ‘Carmina Burana’ by Carl Orff – arranged for vibraphone, double bass and accordion (courtesy of Schott Music, Mainz)

This music speaks for itself. The interpretation of Carl Orff ‘s ‘Carmina Burana’ has already been a hit with audiences in many places. Removed from the usual huge temples of music, Carl Orff can also be performed in other locations with this small orchestra and spread the inherent magic of Orff’s music. Today in our studio.

The arrangement of the orchestral work was accompanied by the publisher Schott Music and the performance was authorized. This concession by Orff’s heirs is very unusual in the case of ‘Carmina Burana’, so we interpret the permission as an accolade for our interpretation. The live experience thrives on exclusivity and gives our concerts a certain elitist touch.

We offer the opportunity to experience Orff’s ‘Carmina Burana’ – one of the most famous choral works far and wide – in a completely different way: without choir and without orchestra.

Are you wondering how the trio, with its unusual line-up, brings the rousing rhythms, the almost archaic harmonies and the characteristic melodic language, which always stands out for its simplicity, to the stage not with 100 musicians as usual, but with just three artists?

But the concept works:

For the listener, the evening is a recognition of beloved melodies and also a constant curious expectation of how the trio will interpret the next personal favorite parts of ‘Carmina Burana’ in our very own mix of classical/jazz/world music.

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“A triple IA to all.” “Esel:com is the perfect imperfection of the niche …between love song & punk.” “We populate the stage kaleidoscopically as Tschingis & Brainranger. We sing, play and dance for your life with musical self-empowerment. Sometimes powerful, sometimes quiet, sometimes alarmingly on the move! Approachable songs performed in a neighborly manner. Two older gentlemen give their all!“

When we first went to see these two older gentlemen at one of their gigs, our idea of what to expect was still very vague. The ‘concert’ was wonderful. The euphoric drive back home brought forth numerous terms for what is actually almost impossible to describe: charming, funny, enchanting, intelligent, supposedly unmusical with anti-texts, musical Dadaism in its most glorious form.

We are delighted to welcome the two donkeys aka Tschingis & Brainranger to our studio for what is sure to be an unforgettable evening.

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The ensemble ‘The Spirit Of Django’ presents the fascinating variety of Jazz Manouche (Gypsy Jazz) on stage. With joy of playing, passion, authentic sound, virtuoso solos and a personal touch, the musicians take their audience on a varied musical journey that is characterized by the swing and jazz sounds of the 1930s and 1940s and at the same time combines modern influences. From rousing swing to bossa nova, valse musette and sensitive ballads – the repertoire includes not only the well-known classics of the legendary jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt, but also many other representatives of this genre as well as original compositions and arrangements of popular music.

One thing is certain: with these excellent musicians, the spark is quickly transmitted to the audience. Feet will bounce to the beat, bodies will sway to the rhythm and faces will smile. It is always wonderful to experience how the acoustic sound impressions from the last century are brought into real time and still have the same exhilarating effect as 80 years ago. This is due to the beautiful melodies and the masterful interpretation by real experts on their instruments.

Treat yourself to a successful concert evening in our studio, you should not miss this evening.

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Today, ragtime is the focus of the evening. Ragtime is considered the true classical music of America. Their heyday was 120 years ago. This very American music influenced musical genres such as folk, blues, country and jazz.

In this country, we are familiar with ragtime as piano pieces, so this evening with Dominik Schauer on his acoustic guitars will offer completely new impressions.

Born in Laufen an der Salzach, Dominik Schauer, who was born in Munich by choice, studied at the Munich Academy of Music from 2001 to 2005. Since then, he has devoted himself entirely to his ragtime guitar technique, which is rarely – if ever – heard in this country. In contrast to the more common fingerstyle guitar, this involves the skillful intertwining of grooving chord sequences with syncopated melodies. Dominik Schauer is a master of this trick. His nonchalant works are entertaining, vivid, individual and captivating. The finest guitar entertainment from the never-ending golden age of guitar music.

If we are lucky, Dominik Schauer will also sing some of the songs. He also does this frequently as choirmaster of the ‘Bud Spencer Heart Choir’ in Munich. Unfortunately, we don’t have room for its 80 singing members in the studio, so he comes to us as a solo artist. You don’t need more for a great concert evening when the artist’s name is Dominik Schauer.