Event as part of the Art:walk Festival
The vhs Düsseldorf bagpipe ensemble brings Scottish sound tradition to the Art:walk Festival. Distinctive drone tones and classical pieces meet characteristic clothing - a musical contribution between tradition and lively performance.
With the performance of the bagpipe ensemble, the vhs Düsseldorf is setting a special sound accent as part of the Art:walk festival. With their instruments, the group brings a musical tradition to the stage that is closely linked to Scottish culture and has also found an interested audience here for many years. The unmistakable sound of the bagpipes takes centre stage, characterised by the continuous sound of the drone pipes and the melodic line of the chanter. This combination creates a dense, carrying sound that clearly stands out from other instruments and is also highly recognisable. Historically, the development of the instrument dates back to the early modern period - in Germany it was long known as the "Sackpfeife". The musical experience also includes the visual level: the musicians' traditional clothing complements the performance and refers to the cultural origins of this form of music. This creates an overall picture in which sound, history and performance are linked. The ensemble's performance is somewhere between a concert and a cultural presentation. In the context of the Art:walk Festival, another genre becomes visible that complements the diversity of musical forms of expression and opens up a view beyond familiar listening habits. (Source: Art:walk Festival)
