Oberaula
The High Art of Minimalism - With his blues, roots, rock and ballads, and through his unmistakable sound over decades of international touring, the virtuoso Canadian guitarist/singer/songwriter Marty Hall has developed music into his own high art form of minimalism - his trademark. With countless performances on Europe’s and Canada’s greatest cultural stages, the aesthete Marty Hall is among the musicians who manage to captivate their audience from the very first bars. His repertoire includes deeply emotional original compositions such as “Precious Love,” “Swirlin’ Round And Round,” “Center Lane,” as well as very personal interpretations of 20th-century blues and roots classics by Willie Dixon, Freddie King, Jimmy Reed and B.B. King. Advance tickets 18.00 € / box office 22.00 € Ide – Watches, Optics, Jewelry, Oberaula Parkhotel zum Stern, Oberaula [www.ticket-regional.de](http://www.ticket-regional.de) Admission starts at 2:30 p.m. General seating applies.
THE FROG KING by the Brothers Grimm Dramatic-musical reading with music by theater 3 hasen oben An actress and an actor slip into the roles of the famous fairy-tale classic, The Frog King. The story is told of two protagonists who find themselves in a seemingly hopeless situation: the prince who is trapped in a frog skin, and the princess who drops her favorite toy into a deep well. Behind this little story, however, lie many, many great stories of life: of the fear of not belonging of the fear of making mistakes of loneliness of the longing for change of love and rejection. Above all, though, The Frog King is a fairy tale about the miracle of transformation, and with this element, which is theatre’s very own, the two performers play, create, transform, and entice themselves and their audience. On Sunday, December 6, 2026, theater 3 hasen oben will be guests at KulturKirche Oberaula. The performance, suitable for children aged 4 and up, begins at 3:00 p.m.; admission from 2:30 p.m. Admission is free for children and young people under 18; adults pay €10.00. Tickets available only at the box office. Performers: Silvia Pahl and Klaus Wilmanns from theater 3 hasen oben
It was supposed to be such a lovely afternoon. The duo Bremerich-Broneske invites you to a romantic song program, and now this: the pianist is sitting at the piano. The singer is standing beside herself. Romance? Not a trace. In the storm of love, the two musicians rush through musical tides and borderline states that every woman knows in one way or another. And who is to blame?!? Get to the point, Ms. B.! An amusing program full of biting wit, polished verbal sparring, subtle humor, and a generous dose of passion. An afternoon concert with chansons by Friedrich Hollaender, Theo Mackeben, Charles Aznavour, Max Raabe, Element of Crime, with songs from operetta, musical theater, 90s pop, and a little bit of schlager.
With the new album “An Island in Turmoil,” Der Ramschladen will come to KulturKirche Oberaula on Valentine’s Day. The band combines poetic German-language lyrics with singer-songwriter music and a pinch of rock. Following the debut album “Acoustic Poetry,” the new album continues the band’s distinctive style: sometimes thoughtful and quiet, sometimes powerful and stirring. The versatile instrumentation creates special tonal colors and invites the audience to sing along, listen, and lean back and relax. The concert matinee on Valentine’s Day is aimed at everyone who appreciates handmade music, poetic lyrics, and surprising sound combinations.
The Bad Mouse Orchestra revives the swing sound of the 1920s and 30s. Sometimes casual and cheeky in knickerbockers and a flat cap, sometimes elegant in the classic attire of the era, they evoke the sound of the small, hidden bars and salons where people danced deep into the night. In addition to American jazz classics, they also bring long-forgotten pieces, original ukulele arrangements from the early 20th century, as well as ostracized and banned songs by queer musicians back to the stage. They perform on instruments that are in some cases as old as the songs themselves. Charlotte Pelgen - ukulele and vocals Peter Jung - guitar and vocals Stefan Pößiger - ukulele
Music lovers can look forward to an atmospheric concert with THE GOLD MINERS. The quintet presents its Golden Oldies program from the 1960s and 70s, supplemented by selected musical "nuggets" from more recent music history and its own interpretations. The audience can expect a varied afternoon of music featuring rock and pop classics by legends such as Simon & Garfunkel, Tom Petty and Bruce Springsteen. Multi-part vocal harmonies, strong instrumental accompaniment and a keen sense for special song selections define the band’s unmistakable style. The program is charmingly and authentically hosted by the two longest-serving members, who guide the afternoon with interesting stories and background information. With drums & percussion (Karl-Heinz Wehde), electric guitar (Matthias Raub), keyboard (Simone Landsiedel), acoustic guitar and harp (Michael Schupmann), as well as bass and kazoo (Bernd Raacke), THE GOLD MINERS bring musical variety to the stage. One female singer and three male singers provide a broad sonic range. Please reserve at [kontakt@KulturKirche-Oberaula.de](kontakt@KulturKirche-Oberaula.de) or 0162 2934368. Many thanks!
When was the last time you heard magical troll songs from the Faroe Islands or Sami joiks from Lapland? Nordic Sunset will take us into this special Nordic world during their performance at KulturKirche Oberaula, where not only Scandinavian songs in the original languages will be heard, but also lively songs in "Plattdeutschland" or evergreen sing-alongs, as well as works from world music, klezmer, and classical music. In short - it will be a musical journey crisscrossing styles, countries, and eras. Gela and Dedl will present an acoustic experience with around 10 different instruments that could hardly be more varied. With various guitars, clarinet, flutes, accordion, djembe, saxophone, and plenty of singing, a concert by Nordic Sunset is like a refreshing "musical Kneipp cure," an invitation to enjoy, smile, laugh, remember, dream, reflect, and contemplate - let yourself be moved! Anyone who doesn't want to wait for the performance can start browsing now: samples and information can be found on the Nordic Sunset website at: [www.nordic-sunset.de](http://www.nordic-sunset.de)
The guitarist Mehmet Ergin, born in Istanbul, blends world music, jazz, and classical music in a chamber-music style in his music. He has already worked with many renowned artists. Together with his long-time musical companion Johannes Huth on double bass, he will present both new pieces from his current program "The Levent Diary" as well as pieces from his previous albums. With their unique musical fusion, the two musicians build a bridge between different cultures and invite listeners to immerse themselves in soundscapes and mystical stories.
An acoustically pure and intimate concert evening with Birdy & Stone, dedicated to the distinctive interpretations of the American singer and guitarist Eva Cassidy. With songs from jazz, soul, gospel, and pop, the two artists pay tribute to Eva Cassidy’s expressive, nuanced vocals and her excellent guitar playing. It was only after her early death that she became known worldwide and inspired numerous female musicians who followed in her footsteps. Birdy & Stone (Ute Henryke Büttner & Ingo Hassenstein) sensitively bring the voice and mood of these extraordinary songs to life. Look forward to a moving evening full of musical intimacy and timeless melodies.
The Berlin songwriter Tobias Panwitz weaves travel experiences and chance encounters along the way into energetic folk songs and atmospheric ballads. With guitar, harmonica, and piano, Panwitz sings about experiences between American country roads, Spanish paths, Latvian rivers, and South American landscapes. Influenced by America’s classic songwriters of the 60s and 70s, Panwitz combines his English and German songs with stories and tales about the places and moments in which they were created. Anyone who likes musicians such as Neil Young, Crowded House, Ron Sexsmith, Tom Petty, and Jackson Browne will also feel musically at home on Tobias Panwitz’s German and English folk-song journeys.
At the center of Joe Bennick’s current program is the acclaimed album “passages.” Here, Bennick organically combines music and literature into an atmospheric total work of art. The audience can expect a fascinating interweaving of two worlds: haunting songs from the successful reading concert based on his novel “Erlensee” meet pieces from his cross-generational special project “Bennick trifft Bartning – Raum trifft Musik.” The latter engages in a moving way with the history of his great-grandfather, the famous church architect Otto Bartning. The artist moves effortlessly between folk pop, acoustic indie, and modern singer-songwriter music. Sometimes quiet and poetic, sometimes stirring and full of energy, he succeeds in incorporating the acoustic special features of the KulturKirche into a narrative overall concept. A concert full of nuances — honest, approachable, and full of musical surprises.
