Different Music Cultures: Germany

When we think of music, we think of modern day songs for the pleasure of listening and entertainment.  But not all of us enjoy the same type of music. In Germany, classical music is a big part of the culture, so big Germany was even given the title “King of Classical Music.”

Each part of Germany, whether it be small villages or the capital, Berlin, traditional music is created specifically for that part of Germany. Sometimes, music was played to tell folklore, impress women, and to tell stories of their life. Most times music would be played in beer halls. But, things change, including their culture with music, though still performing classical music.

One example of how the music culture has changed is some Germany-based bands have started playing all sorts of genres of music, and not just classical. Some bands  include: Rammstein, a rock band starting in 1994; Scorpions, a band mainly performing hard rock and heavy metal formed in 1965; Tokio Hotel, a hard rock and pop band founded in 2001; Kraftwerk a electronic music band formed in 1970; and Avantasia, a supergroup rock opera project.

Let’s not forget about the one-man bands! Some German artists are: Jasmin Wagner, also known as “Blumchen,” which means small flower; Gabriele Kerner, or “Nena”; Natalie Horler a German-born, English singer; Xavier Naidoo or “Kobra”, a singer songwriter; Kurt Moll, a retired intra-bass operatic singer; and Alexander Klaws, a German singer songwriter actor, who became famous after winning Germany’s version of American Idol.

As you can see, there are no limits to what Germany produces. If you are still interested in the music culture of Germany, just search it up see what you find. It was very interesting to learn about them.