Folk music in Burgenland: Tradition meets international influences

Folk music in Burgenland: Tradition meets international influences

At the Alpine folk music competition in Innsbruck, which brought together four countries this year, the music group of the Burgenland folk song was particularly bright. The group prevailed against over 700 musicians and was honored with a prestigious award for their performance of three characteristic Burgenland folk songs.

The group, consisting of Anna-Maria Hammer, Elisa Heuchler, Hannah Schöck and Florian Scheumbauer, impressed the jury with both their selection of the songs and their successful staging. The performance was shaped by the decision to let the music speak for themselves by refraining from sung texts.

variety of Burgenland folk music

Burgenland has a rich and diverse culture that is strongly shaped by the historical influences of Hungary and Croatia. This cultural mix is reflected in folk music, in which not only old melodies, but also traditional dances and the typical robes play a role. The so -called "dancing", a custom that can often be seen at weddings was part of the performance and could be known to many Burgenlanders.

The selection of the songs included a traditional Burgenland waltz that has a special place in the heart of the people. The “Heart Land March,” whose title embodies the history of the Burgenland was also played. Another highlight was the performance of the "Kreolka-Polka", which is reminiscent of the Croatian roots of many Burgenland villages.

The performance was very well received and was not only recognized by the musical quality, but also by the cultural depth of the pieces presented. The Burgenland folk song, which has collected and documented traditional music since 1927, ensures that this valuable culture is preserved.

For interested parties in the Burgenland folk music and other details about the folk song, a look at www.meinbezirk.at , where the collection and the history of this music are documented.

In a regional competition like this, it can be seen how important the preservation and care of regional traditions is. Such events not only celebrate the artisanal skills of the artists, but also keep the cultural identity of one of the youngest federal states in Austria alive.