Exclusive Articles from the Festival
Discover fascinating stories behind the art forms and cultural movements associated with the Weimar Republic—including jazz, classical music, and cabaret. Plus, take a deep dive into the festival’s signature artwork by artist Matthew Hancock; explore exclusive playlists curated by Max Raabe, Meow Meow, and Carnegie Hall; and learn more about Carl Orff’s singular Carmina Burana.
Music for a Jazz Age Party: A Curated Playlist
Max Raabe’s playlist highlights the Jazz Age, whose songs were the soundtrack of daily life in the Weimar Republic.
Women of the Weimar Republic: A Curated Playlist
Meow Meow reflects on her selections, which feature rare recordings and classics that highlight the world of Weimar’s divas and disruptors.
Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana
From its medieval origins to its lasting impact on pop culture, discover Carl Orff's Carmina Burana, a timeless masterpiece with themes of love and fate.
Cabaret in the Weimar Republic
Step back in time to Weimar-era cabaret, where artists pushed boundaries with political satire, gender exploration, and the spirit of 1920s Berlin.
Classical Music in Weimar Germany
Uncover Weimar Germany’s musical metamorphosis, where societal chaos met the artistic innovations of Schoenberg, Stravinsky, and more.
The Rise and Fall of Jazz in the Weimar Republic
Explore jazz’s post-WWI evolution through the music of James Reese Europe, Josephine Baker, Kurt Weill, and more.