Unleash Your Musical Talent: Join the First Ever Oktoberfest Music Competition!
Exciting news for musicians and fans of the Oktoberfest: For the first time ever, the Munich Department for Work and the Economy is organizing an official music competition to celebrate the world-famous Oktoberfest. Titled “A Liad für d‘Wiesn”, this competition invites musicians across Bavaria to craft unique compositions that capture the spirit and tradition of the largest folk festival on the planet.
A Call to Musicians: Let Your Music Shine at the Wiesn
As Dr. Christian Scharpf, the Commissioner for Work and the Economy, points out: “The Oktoberfest is synonymous with tradition, Munich, and indeed, all of Bavaria. We want to see this reflected more strongly in its music. Our goal is to hear more regional hits playing at the Wiesn while providing a platform for the young Bavarian music scene.”
How to Participate in the Oktoberfest Music Competition
The music competition, dubbed “The Oktoberfest Wants You: A Liad für d’Wiesn”, kicks off with the participation phase starting Wednesday, May 7. Until the end of May, artists, musicians, and bands from Bavaria and surrounding regions can submit their songs online at http://www.oktoberfest-musikwettbewerb.de. Only entries that meet the participation criteria will progress to the next round. These criteria include:
- The ability to perform the song live.
- Incorporation of Bavarian elements, whether through instrumentation or language.
- Professional recording quality.
The Journey to Oktoberfest Stardom
Once submitted, a panel of Wiesn and music experts will evaluate the entries. The best songs will advance to the initial online voting phase, where the public can vote for their favorites until the end of July. The top three entries will have the exciting opportunity to perform live at the “Brass Wiesn” festival in Eching on August 2.
Following this, a second round of online voting will take place, concluding on September 15. The winner will enjoy a live performance during the press tour at the Oktoberfest, along with promotional opportunities for their song.
Conclusion
This competition is a golden opportunity for Bavarian artists to showcase their talents and become part of Oktoberfest history. If you’re a musician with a passion for the vibrant culture of Bavaria, now’s your chance to let your music shine at one of the most iconic festivals in the world.
Don’t miss out on this unique platform – submit your entries and join the musical celebration of Munich’s beloved Oktoberfest!
