Grief for Michael Eberwein: Bavarian folk musician died

Grief for Michael Eberwein: Bavarian folk musician died

Au, Deutschland - On the night of Sunday, shortly after his 62nd birthday, Michael Eberwein died. The former boss of Dellnhauser and Prominent figure of the Bavarian folk music leaves a large gap in the music scene and its home community. After a long, serious illness, Eberwein died, which for over 40 years died in the received.

Michael Eberwein, born in 1962 in Dellnhausen near Au, took over the management of the Dellnhauser Musikanten had been founded to his father. Under his leadership, the band grew to a repertoire of around 300 handwritten folk music pieces and appeared to countries such as Austria, Italy, Sweden, Indonesia, Japan, China, India and the USA. Eberwein was known for his independent style and the overwhelming joy of playing his musicians.

a life for the music

Eberwein was considered an important representative of Bavarian culture. He was not only known for his musical achievements, but also for his local political activities. From 2002 to 2008 he was active in the Au market council and competed in 2002 as a candidate for mayor for the CSU. In addition, he worked head of the citizens' office in Freising for many years and also as election manager.

his work was recognized by numerous awards, including the Kulturpreis Bavaria 2019 and the Federal Cross of Merit. It is particularly noteworthy to be founded by the Dellnhauser Volksmusikfest in 2004, which attracts around 25,000 visitors annually and has been taking place in Wolnzach every two years since 2021. Although the event was canceled for 2025, it remains a central part of cultural life in the region.

a legacy of love and passion

Michael Eberwein leaves his wife Gerti and two sons, Michael and Maximilian, as well as a mournful fan base. His sudden death not only hit his family, but also the entire folk music community deep. The Dellnhauser Musikanten To keep the heir to life.

In a moving obituary, it becomes clear how much boar wine was estimated. With his commitment and passion, he shaped the Bavarian folk music and played into the hearts of many people. His life's work will continue to inspire and please people.