Beethoven, the Beatles and Bayreuth – musicians and their music in Germany

Germany is famous for its classical music, but there are also contemporary artists whose careers started here, such as the celebrated violinist David Garrett – and even the Beatles. Germany is an inspiration!

The stage is set for a kaleidoscope of musical styles: Germany boasts more than one hundred classical concert halls, often with internationally renowned orchestras. Furthermore, castles, palaces , stunning natural scenery and even race tracks provide the perfect backdrop for all sorts of festivals, including the International Dixieland Festival in Dresden, Rock am Ring at the Nürburgring, Lake Chiemsee's summer reggae festival and Heidelberg Castle's theatre festival.

Thomana 800th anniversary 2012
Leipzig hosts a year full of highlights

In 2012 the three divisions of the Thomana, Leipzig's oldest cultural institution – St. Thomas Church, St. Thomas Boys Choir and St. Thomas School – are celebrating their 800th anniversary. Leipzig is marking the occasion with an exciting programme of events and inviting visitors from all over the world to join the celebrations.

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